The Assembly of the Republic has approved in principle a bill requiring the use of helmets for riders of electric scooters and e-bikes. The proposal, introduced by the PSD, also mandates the use of reflective gear during low-visibility conditions. The bill now heads to the committee stage, where details regarding enforcement and potential fines ranging from 30 to 300 euros will be further discussed.
Parliament approves mandatory helmet use for e-scooters
Wednesday, 30 September 2026AI summary

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- Helmet mandate moves forward, but 'it is best not to lump everything together'publico.pt ·
- Mandatory helmet use for electric scooter and e-bike riders approved in principledn.pt ·
- Helmet use for electric scooter and bicycle riders approved in principleeco.sapo.pt ·
- Helmets mandatory for e-scooters and electric bicyclesobservador.pt ·





