Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato, who represents southeast Queens, has taken a significant legislative step to address safety concerns associated with lithium-ion batteries in New York state.
Amato sponsored and passed legislation earlier this month that would prohibit the sale of lithium-ion batteries–used by e-bikes, mopeds and other micromobility devices– unless such batteries are manufactured in accordance with certain national standards and specifications. Violators would face penalties ranging from $500 to $1,000.
