“We get to experience firsthand the chaos that can sometimes surround school drop-off and pickup,” said Starley. Primary Children’s Hospital says it recorded a 66% increase in children and teens injured on e-bikes in a single year. “This is the first school year where the new helmet law is in effect,” said Beckstead.
Officials urge e-bike safety as Utah students return to school under new helmet law
Utah News spotted this story published August 27, 2026 at Fox 13. Full coverage may follow as more sources report.