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NYC Town Hall Demands Action on E-Bike Dangers, Pushes for “Priscilla’s Law”

Mona Davids by Mona Davids
September 26, 2024
in Crime and Public Safety, Metro, Politics
NYC Town Hall Demands Action on E-Bike Dangers, Pushes for “Priscilla’s Law”
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A town hall meeting was held on the Upper West Side on Tuesday, September 24th, to address growing concerns over e-bike-related accidents and street violence in New York City. The meeting, attended by victims, safety advocates, and local leaders, highlighted the rising dangers posed by e-bikes, mopeds, and scooters. Many attendees shared personal stories of being injured in collisions, calling for urgent measures to improve pedestrian safety.

Among the speakers was Sanja Pohl, 43, who recounted her traumatic experience of being struck by an e-bike, which left her and her husband with severe injuries. “I don’t feel like living here anymore,” she stated, emphasizing the fear she now has walking in the city. Other victims shared similar experiences, including life-altering injuries sustained in e-bike collisions. Their stories underscored the need for stronger regulations and enforcement.

A central focus of the meeting was “Priscilla’s Law,” a proposed bill named after Priscilla Loke, who was killed by an e-bike rider in 2023. Introduced by City Council member Bob Holden, the law would require all e-bikes, mopeds, and scooters to be registered, inspected, and insured. Holden explained that the law is intended to hold riders accountable for reckless behavior, which has increasingly resulted in accidents and fatalities. The bill is currently stalled in the city council, but efforts are being made to push for similar legislation at the state level.

Holden, , who represents City Council District 30 and was present at the town hall, echoed the concerns raised by attendees, emphasizing the need for immediate action. In a post on X, he described the meeting as “powerful” and stressed that the movement for safer streets is a grassroots cause. “We can’t walk the streets safely anymore and need action now!” Holden wrote, calling for support for “Priscilla’s Law” to address the growing issue of e-bike-related street violence.

Despite the strong push from advocates, the bill has not yet gained enough votes in the city council. However, the NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance and other supporters are determined to continue their efforts, aiming to bring the matter to Albany for statewide regulation. Advocates argue that without such legislation, the dangers posed by unregulated e-bikes will only continue to rise.

With injuries and fatalities linked to e-vehicles on the rise, the demand for accountability and regulation has become more urgent. Supporters of “Priscilla’s Law” hope that its passage will lead to safer streets for pedestrians, cyclists, and all New Yorkers.

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