To require the Consumer Product Safety Commission to promulgate a consumer product safety standard with respect to rechargeable lithium-ion batteries used in micromobility devices, and for other purposes.
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ReportedReported by Ms. Cantwell, without amendment
Reported by Ms. Cantwell, without amendment
Reported by Ms. Cantwell, without amendment
Reported by Ms. Cantwell, without amendment
Reported by Ms. Cantwell, without amendment
Reported by Ms. Cantwell, without amendment
Reported by Ms. Cantwell, without amendment
Reported by Ms. Cantwell, without amendment
Reported by Ms. Cantwell, without amendment
Reported by Ms. Cantwell, without amendment
Summary
What This Bill Does
Directs the Consumer Product Safety Commission to issue final safety standards within 180 days for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries used in micromobility devices like electric bicycles and scooters to prevent fire risks.
Who Benefits and How
Consumers gain protection from battery fire risks. E-bike and e-scooter users benefit from safer products. Building residents benefit from reduced fire hazards from charging devices.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Micromobility device manufacturers must meet new battery standards. Importers face compliance requirements. CPSC must issue rules within 180-day deadline.
Key Provisions
- 180-day deadline for final safety standard
- Applies to rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in micromobility devices
- Includes electric bicycles and scooters
- Standard treated as CPSC consumer product safety rule
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Requires CPSC to establish safety standards for lithium-ion batteries in electric bicycles and scooters
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Address emerging fire safety risks from micromobility battery failures"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
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