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HB4742Introduced in the House

VEH-ELECTRIC MOBILE DEVICE DEF

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Introduced by Justin Cochran, District 55

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Changes the definition of "electric personal assistive mobility device" to mean a self-balancing 2 non-tandem wheeled device lacking pedals designed to transport only one person that is battery-powered or has an electric propulsion system that limits the maximum speed of the device to 15 miles per hour or less. Includes in the definition of "electric personal assistive mobility device" a device that is currently out-of-class. Excludes from the definition of "electric personal assistive mobility device" a low-speed electric bicycle, low-speed scooter, motorcycle, or motor vehicle.

Where it stands

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

March 27, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Justin Cochran

  2. First Reading

  3. Referred to Rules Committee

  4. Assigned to Transportation: Vehicles & Safety

  5. Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

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