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New Montana law aims to regulate use of electric scooters, similar devices

by PHOEBE TOLLEFSON Montana Free Press
| July 31, 2025 12:00 AM

For the first time this year, anyone cruising around the state on an electric scooter will be doing so with the blessing of the Montana Legislature.

Guidelines for the devices and other seatless rides, such as electric unicycles and skateboards, were written into law this spring with the passage of HB 588. The changes take effect Oct. 1. 

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