Abby's Law: Legislation would establish safety regulations for electric scooters in Pennsylvania

'Abby's Law' aims to regulate e-scooters in Pennsylvania

PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) -- A Pennsylvania Senator announced plans to introduce legislation that would regulate the operation of e-scooters, aiming to ensure that children are safe on streets and sidewalks. Sen. Timothy Kearney's (D-Delaware) newest legislation, also known as "Abby's Law," was named after Abigail Gillion, who passed away after being thrown from her e-scooter and into oncoming traffic as she and a friend entered the road. Gillion, not…

Abby's Law: Legislation would establish safety regulations for electric scooters in Pennsylvania

A Pennsylvania lawmaker will introduce legislation to create safety regulations for electric scooters after a tragic accident that claimed the life of a 12-year-old girl.

Sen. Tim Kearney to Introduce Scooter Safety Legislation After Tragedy in Delaware County

Delaware County, PA – July 22, 2025 – Senator Tim Kearney (D-Delaware), has announced plans to introduce Abby’s Law, legislation to create safety regulations for electric scooters. This legislation honors Abigail Gillon, a 12-year-old girl who tragically passed after an e-scooter accident in Aston. On June 14th Abby and her close friend, 11-year-old Isabella (Bella) Jones, were thrown from a single electric scooter into oncoming traffic as they …