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We have been informed that five (5) bills involving the use of lithium batteries and e-bikes/scooters are on the docket for New York City Council for Thursday, March 2, 2023. We know this has been a pressing topic for many of our clients and the law is developing to deal with the concerns of these batteries. It is our information that all five (5) bills are expected to pass the New York City Council.
These bills are:
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Intro 656-A: Requires FDNY to create an educational campaign on fire risks related to e-batteries/e-devices
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Intro 663-A: Regulates the sale, lease, and rental of e-batteries/e-devices
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Intro 722-A: Requires the FDNY to report on measures to mitigate risk of e-battery fires
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Intro 749-A: Requires the City to provide food delivery workers with information related to mitigating fire risks from these batteries/devices
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Intro 752-A: Prohibits sales of e-batteries assembled or re-commissioned from used e-batteries
Click here to view the bills
We will let you know of any new developments. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
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