New Hampshire Lawmaker Backpedals on Bill to Enact Bicycle Registration Fee

New Hampshire lawmaker backpedals on bill to enact bicycle registration fee

The sponsor of a bill to enact a statewide $50 registration fee on bicycles and e-bikes is distancing himself from the proposal after a public outcry.

$50 bike registration fee faces overwhelming opposition in NH

The wheels have already fallen off a bill to require bike and e-bike owners in New Hampshire to pay a $50 annual state registration fee, with thousands voicing opposition before a public hearing on the legislation held Tuesday ever began.

N.H. residents outraged over proposal to require a $50 annual bike fee - The Boston Globe

Representative Thomas Walsh said he doubts the bill will move forward this year given the response from the community.

NH bill to charge $50 to register bikes sparks opposition

NH bill would require bike and e-bike owners to annually register and pay a $50 fee.

New Hampshire bike registration bill faces opposition

Upper Valley residents oppose New Hampshire bill requiring annual registration and $50 fee for bike and e-bike owners. Concerns raised about enforcement and discouraging bicycling.

Proposed $50 bike registration fee faces fierce pushback: ‘It's not looking too good’

The bill in the New Hampshire House would require an annual registration fee for bikes and e-bikes that use public roads and paths.