What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is PROJEKT USTAWY 1677.
Road traffic changes: helmets, speed, driving license from age 17
The act introduces mandatory helmet use for cyclists and e-scooter users under 16, and for children under 7 carried on bicycles. It raises the speed limit in built-up areas from 30 km/h to 40 km/h for certain vehicles and allows obtaining a category B driving license from age 17 under specific conditions. New rules tighten penalties for young drivers on probation and introduce mandatory practical hazard training.
Key points
Mandatory helmet for cyclists and e-scooter users under 16.
Children under 7 on bicycles must wear a helmet, unless in a safety seat or with seat belts.
Speed limit increase from 30 km/h to 40 km/h in built-up areas for some vehicles.
Category B driving license possible from age 17, but with a supervising passenger for the first 6 months.
New, longer probation period (2-3 years) for young drivers with stricter penalty points and mandatory practical training.
Zero-tolerance alcohol limit (0.0‰) for drivers on probation.
New rules for carrying children in bike trailers and a ban on using trailers with combustion engines.
Fines up to 100 PLN for guardians allowing under-16s to ride without a helmet.
54%
VOTING RESULTS
2025-10-17
For
241
Against
28
Abstain
174
Status:
Became Law
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