Texas A&M University is committed to providing safe spaces to travel for all modes of transportation. The rapid rise in electric micromobility usage on campus since 2024 has contributed to an increase in conflicts between pedestrians and electric micromobility on campus sidewalks and pathways.
To support the university’s commitment to safety, the following regulations will take effect January 1, 2027.
E-scooters and other throttle-driven electric micromobility devices may not be ridden on most campus sidewalks or through parking lots. These devices may be operated only on campus streets, marked micromobility lanes, and designated micromobility paths.
Throttle-driven electric micromobility is defined as any device that can propel the user without requiring pedaling or other human powered propulsion. These include but are not limited to electric stand-up or sit-down scooters, Onewheels, and electric skateboards.
To support this effort, the university has developed a micromobility map showing approved pathways and campus bike racks. Riders of e-scooters and other throttle-driven electric devices must travel along these pathways, then dismount and walk their devices to a bike rack.
This updated policy does not apply to assistive mobility devices.
The university will monitor usage on campus sidewalks to evaluate levels of compliance. Failure to comply with the new university policy may result in a campus-wide ban on e-scooters and similar electric devices.
Micromobility Map Approved Devices
Learn more about the university's commitment to safety and why this policy was enacted.
The following regulations will apply to all micromobility devices, including pedal bikes and other non-motorized devices, beginning January 1, 2027:
As a reminder, all micromobility must obey all traffic laws and posted traffic signs, including speed limits and stop signs.
Obey traffic laws and signs, including stopping at stop signs.
Yield to pedestrians, including at crosswalks.
Follow posted speed limits. Speed limits apply to all micromobility.
All devices on campus must be registered and display the required permit.
All electric micromobility must remain under 750 watts or 1HP.
Park responsibly. Devices must be locked to designated bike racks.
One rider per device, unless the device is designed for more than one person.
E-scooters & throttle-driven devices are not permitted on campus sidewalks.
Mobile phones may not be used while operating a micromobility device.
Headphones and earbuds may not be used while operating a micromobility device.
Speed may not exceed 20 mph on any micromobility path.
