H.R. 973 aims to establish consumer safety standards for lithium-ion batteries, particularly for those used in light electric vehicles, eBikes, and personal e-mobility devices. The bill mandates that the Consumer Product Safety Commission adopt existing standards as final...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 973 is a plan to make sure batteries in things like electric bikes are safe, by following special rules and checking often to prevent fires or explosions. It also wants reports on any problems every few years to keep everyone safe.