Requires bicycles with electric assist and electric scooters in a city with a population of one million or more be registered with the department of motor vehicles and have a license plate affixed to such bicycle with electric assist or electric scooter.

New York Assembly Bill A00339, also known as 'Priscilla's Law,' proposes that all electric bicycles and electric scooters in cities with populations over one million must be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and display a license plate. This requirement aims to enhance accountability and safety for these vehicles in densely populated urban areas.

Supporters of the bill argue that mandatory registration and licensing of electric bicycles and scooters will improve public safety by ensuring that these vehicles are properly accounted for and regulated. They believe this measure will help reduce accidents and enhance the overall safety of pedestrians and other road users in large cities.

Critics of the bill contend that imposing registration and licensing requirements on electric bicycles and scooters could discourage their use, potentially undermining efforts to promote eco-friendly transportation alternatives. They also express concerns about the administrative burden and costs associated with implementing such regulations, which could disproportionately affect low-income individuals who rely on these vehicles for commuting.