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Proposed E-Bike Delivery Licensing Requirements in Philadelphia

Original title: Amending Title 12 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Traffic Code,” by amending Chapter 12-800, entitled “Bicycle Regulations and Penalties,” to authorize the Department of Licenses and Inspections to establish an E-Bike Delivery License for persons who use pedalcycles with electric assist to perform commercial delivery services in the City, and providing for license requirements, identification, enforcement, and penalties, all under certain terms and conditions.

May 14, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

Commercial delivery workers using e-bikes will be required to obtain a city-issued license to operate, with the Department of Licenses and Inspections overseeing compliance and enforcement of these new regulations.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

E-bike delivery workers

These individuals would be required to obtain a city license to perform their commercial delivery duties.

Department of Licenses and Inspections

The department is tasked with creating, issuing, and enforcing the new licensing program.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 14, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

This bill proposes a new licensing system for individuals using electric-assist bicycles for commercial delivery services in Philadelphia. The Department of Licenses and Inspections would be authorized to create and enforce these new licensing requirements, including identification and penalty provisions.

Key Facts

The bill creates a new 'E-Bike Delivery License' for commercial delivery workers using electric-assist bicycles.
The Department of Licenses and Inspections is authorized to establish the specific requirements for this license.
The legislation mandates the creation of identification standards for licensed e-bike delivery operators.
The bill establishes enforcement mechanisms and penalties for non-compliance with the new licensing rules.
The proposal amends Chapter 12-800 of the Philadelphia Traffic Code.
The bill was introduced on May 14, 2026.
The bill is currently assigned to the Committee on Streets and Services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who would need to get this new license?

Any person who uses a to perform commercial delivery services within the City of Philadelphia.

What agency will manage this license?

The Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections.

Is this law currently in effect?

No, the bill is currently in the '' status and has not been passed into law.

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