SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — The Illinois Senate unanimously passed a bill Wednesday to protect pedestrians, riders and drivers from unregulated electric bikes, scooters and skateboards.

Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said e-bikes and other devices have become faster, heavier and more powerful, but Illinois laws do not address the modern vehicles.

Senate Bill 3336 would regulate these vehicles as electric micromobility devices and set speed limits that have been adopted across most of the country.

"High-powered e-bikes, gas-powered bikes and e-motos will now require title, registration, insurance and a valid driver's license, the same as any motor-driven cycle," said Sen. Ram Villivalam (D-Chicago). 

The legislation would also apply DUI laws to anyone operating e-bikes while under the influence. This plan could hold manufacturers accountable for deceptive marketing as well. 

This bill now moves to the House for further consideration. 

"The rise in serious crashes, injuries and confusion about the law makes it clear that doing nothing is not an option," Giannoulias said. "That's why our bill is so critical." 

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