Requires bicycles advertised for sale or resale in New York state to have an identifying serial number in legible boldfaced figures in one of certain specified areas on the bicycle; requires advertisements for bicycles to clearly and conspicuously include a photograph of such bicycles; exempts online marketplaces from placing identifying serial numbers on bicycles.
Summary
Bill A00852 amends the general business law to require that bicycles manufactured or assembled on or after January 1, 1989, must have an identifying serial number that is permanently and visibly engraved or stamped on specified parts of the bicycle. Additionally, the bill mandates that any advertisement for the sale or resale of such bicycles must clearly and conspicuously include the serial number. The bill also outlines penalties for non-compliance, including warnings and potential civil penalties of up to $250 for repeated violations. Furthermore, it clarifies that third-party sellers on online marketplaces are subject to these requirements, but the operators of these marketplaces are exempt from the provisions.
Impact
The bill will enhance consumer protection by ensuring that bicycles sold or advertised in New York State have a unique identifying serial number, which can help reduce theft and improve tracking of stolen bicycles. It modifies existing laws to include advertising requirements and introduces penalties for non-compliance, thereby impacting businesses and individuals involved in the sale and resale of bicycles. The enforcement of these provisions may require additional oversight from the Secretary of State's office.
Sentiment
The sentiment around Bill A00852 appears to be largely positive, as evidenced by unanimous support in committee votes and a significant majority in the final assembly vote. The discussions indicate a recognition of the need for better identification of bicycles to combat theft and improve accountability in the resale market.
Contention
While the bill has received broad support, there may be concerns from some sellers regarding the additional requirements imposed on advertisements and the potential penalties for non-compliance. The exemption for online marketplace operators may also raise questions about the fairness of the regulations, as it places the burden primarily on individual sellers rather than the platforms facilitating the sales.
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Requires bicycles advertised for sale or resale in New York state to have an identifying serial number in legible boldfaced figures in one of certain specified areas on the bicycle; requires advertisements for bicycles to clearly and conspicuously include a photograph of such bicycles; exempts online marketplaces from placing identifying serial numbers on bicycles.
Requires bicycles advertised for sale or resale in New York state to have an identifying serial number in legible boldfaced figures in one of certain specified areas on the bicycle; requires advertisements for bicycles to clearly and conspicuously include a photograph of such bicycles; exempts online marketplaces from placing identifying serial numbers on bicycles.
Establishes bicycle with electric assist safety courses; requires purchasers of bicycles with electric assist to provide a bicycle with electric assist safety certificate at the time of purchase; requires operators of bicycles with electric assist to carry identification when operating such bicycles.
Establishes bicycle with electric assist safety courses; requires purchasers of bicycles with electric assist to provide a bicycle with electric assist safety certificate at the time of purchase; requires operators of bicycles with electric assist to carry identification when operating such bicycles.