Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act
Description
This bill would require the CPSC to establish safety standards for lithium-ion batteries used in e-bikes, scooters, and other devices.
Summary
What it does
This bill would require the Consumer Product Safety Commission to establish a final safety rule for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries used in micromobility devices, including electric bicycles and scooters. Under this rule, manufacturers and distributors would be required to comply with specific safety standards developed by UL Solutions Inc., the American National Standards Institute, and the Standards Council of Canada.
Who is affected
This bill directly affects manufacturers and distributors of rechargeable lithium-ion batteries used in micromobility devices, such as electric bikes and electric scooters. The Consumer Product Safety Commission is also affected, as it is required to establish and enforce a final consumer product safety rule for these products. Additionally, the bill impacts consumers who use micromobility devices by requiring that the batteries in those devices meet specific safety standards.
Key provisions
- Mandatory safety rule for micromobility batteries. The bill directs the Consumer Product Safety Commission to establish a final consumer product safety rule specifically for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries used in devices like electric bikes and scooters.
- Compliance with established industry standards. Manufacturers and distributors must adhere to safety standards developed by the American National Standards Institute, the Standards Council of Canada, and UL Solutions Inc.
Fiscal impact
Not applicable: No CBO cost estimate available
Effective dates
Not applicable: Official Summary does not address effective dates
Relationship to existing law
The bill directs the Consumer Product Safety Commission to establish a formal consumer product safety rule by requiring industry compliance with existing safety standards jointly developed by the American National Standards Institute, the Standards Council of Canada, and UL Solutions Inc.
Stated purpose
The bill aims to establish mandatory safety requirements for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries used in micromobility devices, such as electric bikes and scooters. It intends to protect consumers by requiring manufacturers and distributors to comply with specific safety standards established by recognized standards organizations.