E-bike laws, net zero emissions declaration, and more: BikePortland’s 2024 Oregon legislative session guide
There are more transportation-related bills than I expected for a short session.
Legislation
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Bill would create statewide electric micromobility task force
The task force could add political heft and awareness to an often misunderstood realm of the transportation world.
New Oregon laws impact bicycle passing, speeding, drunk bicycling, and more
Lawmakers are smart enough to know when someone drinks and bikes they’re very likely to only hurt themselves.
State legislator pushes ‘Trenton’s Law’ to address safety of young e-bike riders
Urgency for a change in Oregon’s e-bike law is palpable following death of teen in Bend.
Bend lawmaker considers e-bike law changes in response to tragic teen death
Throttles are focus of changes, but mandatory helmets for all ages could be on the table too.
Federal funding for Eagle Creek Staircase replacement moves forward
The funding will help the project qualify for larger federal grants.
Oregon Governor signs ‘Bike Bus Bill’ into law
On its four month journey through committees and the House and Senate chambers, the bipartisan bill garnered only one “no” vote.
Group works to repeal Oregon’s mandatory bike lane use law
The law has been a thorn in the saddle of bike advocates for many years.
New Oregon law reduces fines, penalties for bicycle DUI
It’s part of an effort to “right-size the criminal justice system.”
‘Bike bus bill’ still alive in final days of legislative session
It’s make or break time for the bike bus bill.
Guest Opinion: Act now to save Oregon’s e-bike rebate bill
For just $6 million, the bill would deliver over 11,600 rebates to Oregonians.
‘Bike Bus Bill’ passes another committee, heads to House floor
If or when the legislature becomes functional again, HB 3014 should have very smooth sailing toward passage.