LithiumIon

Governor Hochul Enacts Critical Safety Reforms for E-bikes and Scooters Amid Rising Lithium-Ion Battery Mishaps

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Albany, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul of New York has signed a series of legislative measures aimed at regulating the use of devices powered by lithium-ion batteries, such as e-bikes, mopeds, and scocontinuingers. The new laws come in response to a sharp increase in the number of fires and accidents associated with these devices in New York City. During a press conference in Albany on Thursday, Hochul cited a particularly tragic incident that illuminated the dangers posed by malfunctioning lithium-ion batteries. In February, a fire triggered by such a battery resulted in the death of … Read more

Assemblyman Goodell Calls Out Attorney General’s Priorities Amidst Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Concerns

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New York City, NY – Assemblyman Andy Goodell, a Republican from Jamestown, is questioning the priorities of State Attorney General Letitia James. He wonders why she appears to be more focused on cow flatulence than on the dangers posed by lithium-ion battery fires from e-bikes and e-scooters. According to Goodell, these battery fires have caused 202 fires, 142 injuries, and six deaths in New York City between January 2021 and December 2022. During a recent floor debate on a bill that would establish a free replacement program for faulty lithium-ion batteries, Goodell expressed his surprise … Read more