The Illinois Senate has unanimously approved new statewide regulations for electric bikes and motorcycles, passing Senate Bill 3336 with a 54-0 vote on April 15, 2026. The legislation, led by Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias, aims to update state laws to address high-speed e-bikes and powerful electric motorcycles that previously operated in legal gray areas.
Under the proposed measure, riders of e-bikes and e-motos capable of traveling more than 28 mph would be required to have a driver’s license, as well as title, registration, and insurance for their vehicles.
Additionally, riders of Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes—which reach speeds of up to 20 mph—would need to be at least 15 years old.
If the bill is approved by the Illinois House and signed into law, the new regulations would take effect on January 1, 2027