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Rise in accidents involving kids and e-bikes sparks debate about regulation

NPR | By Katia Riddle
Published October 12, 2026 at 6:08 PM EDT

Emergency room departments are reporting soaring numbers of pediatric trauma accidents associated with micromobility devices. Experts and advocates agree that the federal government needs to step in.

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