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The Cyclists Fifty Bill
New bike fee would charge cyclists fifty dollars each year
Relative to establishing a registration fee for bicycles and electric bicycles using state or municipally funded bike paths, trails, or roadways.
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
The bill would make every bike and e‑bike rider pay $50 a year and a $100 fine if they don’t register, using the money for bike paths.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
Cyclists will face a new yearly cost and possible fines, while the state will get money to build and keep bike routes, so riders must decide if the benefit outweighs the expense now.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Requires annual $50 registration for all bicycles and e‑bikes on public ways.
- Non‑registration incurs $100 fine per violation.
- Fees and fines go to the Department of Transportation for bike path projects.
- Peace officers are exempt from the fee.
- Bill is still in early stage and has not passed either chamber.
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