Bills · HR 7839
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7839Commerce
Safe SPEEDS Act
INTRO MAR 5· LAST ACTION MAR 5
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses growing concerns about the safety of electric bikes and other electric off-road devices, which have become increasingly popular. Currently, there isn't a single, clear federal standard for classifying and labeling these products, leading to confusion for consumers about their speed capabilities, appropriate use, and safety features. This can result in users, particularly children, operating devices that are more powerful or faster than they realize or are prepared for, potentially contributing to accidents.
If this bill becomes law, it would bring consistency to the market, helping consumers make safer choices and understand the risks associated with different types of devices. It could also prevent the sale of dangerously modified or mislabeled products. If it doesn't become law, the current patchwork of regulations and industry practices would likely continue, potentially leaving gaps in consumer safety and information for these widely used devices.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to create a federal safety standard for the uniform classification and labeling of low-speed electric bicycles and other off-road electric devices.
Establishes a consistent national framework for regulating these products, which is currently lacking.
PROVISION 02
Mandates that the standard include distinct classifications for devices, minimum age recommendations for each classification, and a requirement for a permanent, visible label on each device.
Ensures consumers receive critical safety and operational information directly on the product at the point of sale.
PROVISION 03
Prohibits the sale of electric bicycles that are falsely labeled, designed to be easily modified to exceed classification limits, or are for off-road use without pedals but labeled as a low-speed electric bicycle.
Prevents the marketing and sale of potentially unsafe or misleadingly advertised devices.
PROVISION 04
Requires the CPSC to analyze crash, injury, and fatality data related to these devices before and periodically after the standard is implemented.
Provides data-driven insights to evaluate the effectiveness of the new standard and inform future safety improvements.
PROVISION 05
Directs the CPSC to consult with manufacturers, safety experts, consumer advocacy groups, and other agencies when developing the safety standard.
Ensures a comprehensive and informed approach to creating the standard by incorporating diverse perspectives and expertise.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 5
D· California
YRS IN OFFICE
1
BILLS LED
28
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 80%
DEM 2 REP 3 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 5
Introduced in House
MAR 5
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7839
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 5, 2026
Last actionMar 5, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2026
House BillHR 7839Commerce
Safe SPEEDS Act
INTRODUCED MAR 5, 2026· LAST ACTION MAR 5, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
10 min
COSPONSORS
5
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
