Maud Maron Pledges E-Bicycle Safety Enforcement and Priscilla's Law Support in Manhattan DA Race

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Maud Maron, the Republican and Conservative Party candidate for Manhattan District Attorney, is campaigning on a platform that includes a strong focus on e-bicycle safety, endorsing the enforcement of existing laws and the passage of "Priscilla's Law" to regulate e-bikes. The endorsement comes from Allie Ryan, a New York City advocate, who highlighted Maron's commitment to addressing the "fear and frustration of families and senior citizens" regarding street and sidewalk safety. The election for Manhattan DA is scheduled for November 4, 2025.

According to Allie Ryan's social media post, Maron "will enforce ebicycle safety laws" and "supports the passage of Priscilla's Law to register and license ebikes." This stance aims to bring action to areas like Council District 2, which includes busy bike routes, by ensuring safer streets and sidewalks. Maron's campaign website emphasizes her dedication to restoring public safety and common-sense leadership in Manhattan.

Maron's proposed "Priscilla's Law" seeks to mandate the registration and licensing of e-bikes, a measure intended to enhance accountability and safety for all road users. This initiative is part of a broader effort to address the growing concerns surrounding the operation of e-bikes and other micro-mobility devices in New York City. The law is named in memory of Priscilla Loke, who was fatally struck by an e-bike in 2023, highlighting the community's demand for stricter regulations.

The candidate, a former public defender and a mother of four, is challenging incumbent District Attorney Alvin Bragg. Maron's campaign generally advocates for a tougher approach to crime and public order, contrasting with Bragg's policies. Her focus on e-bike safety resonates with a segment of the electorate concerned about pedestrian safety and the perceived lack of enforcement for traffic violations involving e-bikes.

Maron's platform also includes broader commitments to public safety, drawing on her two decades of litigation experience in New York's criminal justice system. She aims to restore what she terms "sanity" to the city's streets and subways. The upcoming election will see Maron, Bragg, and independent candidate Diana Florence vying for the critical law enforcement position.