The City Council on Tuesday is expected to present 17 proposals to make e-bike and scooter safer for riders and pedestrians in New York. This move comes after a series of deadly crashes that have shaken the city.

The proposals aim to tighten regulations on speed limits, enforce helmet use, upgrade lighting, and improve crosswalk safety. They also call for better data collection on incidents and for public education campaigns.

The push follows reports of increasing fatalities and injuries involving electric bikes, prompting lawmakers to act. Residents and advocacy groups have urged stricter controls to reduce risk on crowded streets.

If adopted, the measures could set a new standard for urban micromobility, potentially reducing accidents and encouraging safer travel. The Council will debate the plans in the coming weeks, with the public invited to comment.