The FDNY has announced a significant upcoming federal ban on the sale of unregulated lithium-ion batteries used in e-bikes and e-scooters.
( The “Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act” (H.R. 1797) has been passed by Congress in May, aiming to establish safety standards for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries.)
Bill：
https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1797/text
Key Points
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The new federal regulation will prohibit the sale of lithium-ion batteries that do not meet established safety standards.
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It will allow for the enforcement against uncertified batteries entering ports and enable the CPSC to issue recalls for unsafe devices.
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As the Senate considers a companion bill (S.1008), continued bipartisan support will be essential for the effective implementation of these safety standards nationwide.