As your local MP, I know illegal e-bikes and e-scooters have caused chaos on our streets and in our community.
That is why I championed a full parliamentary inquiry to understand the mess left behind by the former Labor Government.
The work of the parliamentary committee was shaped by voices right here in the electorate of Moggill.
Recently, the committee report was handed to the Queensland Parliament, and made several major recommendations.
These include:
- Introducing an age restriction of 16+ and having licensing requirements (learners).
- Amending laws to ensure that e-bike or PMD riders under the influence of alcohol or drugs can be tested.
- New powers to seize, impound and destroy illegal e-mobility devices.
- Changes to State Penalties Enforcement Registry to pursue 16- and 17-year-old riders and laws to pursue parents or guardians for penalties for those under 16.
- Penalties for anti-tampering and clear requirements for all retailers.
- A new offence for riding without due care and attention around pedestrians and speed limits of 10km/h on footpaths.
The work of the parliamentary committee was shaped by community input and more than 1,200 submissions. You can read a copy of the report here.
Now that the report has been tabled, the Crisafulli LNP State Government will work quickly to respond to the recommendations so that we can restore safety where we live.
I want to hear from you – do you support the proposed changes?
Let me know through my quick survey here, it only takes 30 seconds to complete.
I will continue to keep you updated along the way.
Yours sincerely,
Dr Christian Rowan MP
State Member for Moggill
