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Bedford Weighs E-Bike Rules | New Bedford News
Most Bedford residents now feel more informed about e-bikes after reading up, with 73% pushing for the strictest state-allowed rules—driven by concerns over speed, where they can ride, and safety. As state lawmakers and local officials weigh in, debate rages: should fast Class Three e-bikes be treated like motorbikes with licenses and registration? Should kids ride on sidewalks or roads? And who’s better suited to enforce rules—state or local governments? With e-bikes growing in popularity and affordability, especially for seniors tackling hills, the town is balancing accessibility against…
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