eBike Ban Update

Here’s the situation as of 4 March 2026.

SB1782 – HB 1712 was introduced by two representatives from Williamson County, Senator Jack Johnson and Representative Lee Reeves. The amended bill would allow local governments to ban class 1 and class 2 e-bikes and does ban class 3 unless a local government specifically allows them. It also raises the age to ride a class 3 to 16 y/o.

The senate bill is now on the floor of the Senate Thursday March 4

Banning eBikes

There’s a bill in the legislature that could ban e-bikes, so I’m sounding the alarm.

I am writing to everyone who has shown an interest in these bills (or should be interested). This was done rather quickly, so excuse the crude exposition.

Here’s the situation as of 20 February 2026.

Bicyclist Hand Signals

A new state law in 2026 requires new drivers to learn bicyclist hand signals 

The cyclist ahead of you puts her left arm out straight. What does that mean? If you're seeking a driver's license in Tennessee in 2026, you will be required to know that she is signaling a left turn. On January 1st, SB1420 went into effect, requiring new drivers to learn hand signals. Besides being used for cycling, hand signals can also be used for cars without working turn signals. Read more here.

Nashville BPAC, Second Annual Report

Nashville Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

December 31, 2025

Dear Mayor O’Connell and Members of the Metropolitan Council, 

We are pleased to submit the second annual report of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (BPAC), pursuant to MCL Section 2.153.040(C).