Summary: This bipartisan legislation would require the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to issue a safety standard for the rechargeable lithium-ion batteries that are used in micromobility devices.
Background:
Lithium-ion batteries are increasingly used in consumer devices to power cell phones, laptops, and micromobility devices, such as e-bikes, scooters, and more.
While lithium-ion batteries are a vital technology and serve many important functions, they also raise some fire safety concerns. These batteries have been known to overheat, catch fire, and even cause explosions.
Ensuring that battery-powered products are held to appropriate safety standards can help mitigate the risks of defective products damaging property in fires and explosions—and even taking lives. S.389/H.R.973 would require the CSPC to issue a safety standard for these devices.
