Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

The Hoya

Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

The Hoya

Georgetown University’s Newspaper of Record since 1920

The Hoya

Scoot Over, E-Scooters: University Bans Non-Essential Electric Mobility Devices in G.U. Buildings

Scoot Over, E-Scooters: University Bans Non-Essential Electric Mobility Devices in G.U. Buildings

By Jack Willis December 22, 2023

Georgetown University administrators announced a ban on micromobility devices that use lithium-ion batteries, including electric scooters and hoverboards, in a Dec. 12 email. If university staff spot...

EDITORIAL: Implement Discounts for Scooter Services

EDITORIAL: Implement Discounts for Scooter Services

By Editorial Board November 15, 2019

Georgetown University’s inaccessibility to the rest of the nation’s capital is no secret: With subpar public transportation, limited schedules of Georgetown University Transportation Shuttle buses...

FILE PHOTO: ASHLEY CHEN/THE HOYA | 187 residents concerned about unsafe scooter riding and scooters being left in the streets signed onto a petition calling DC Council to create and enforce stricter e-scooter safety laws.

Local Residents Petition City for Stricter E-Scooter Laws

By Gabriella Raphael November 8, 2019

A campaign for tougher electric scooter safety laws was reignited by a Georgetown resident this November, organizing with his fellow residents through the new Groups.io neighborhood listserv. Edward...

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The District Department of Transportation is augmenting its regulations of electric scooters and other dockless vehicles.

DDOT Reinforces Electric Scooter Regulations

By Nestor Labastida November 16, 2018

Requirements of a new permit application for dockless vehicle companies operating in Washington, D.C., will restrict electric scooter and bike speeds and require dockless vehicle companies to pay higher...

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Councilmember Mary Cheh is calling for increased safety regulations for bicycles and electric scooters following recent rider deaths.

Councilmember Pushes for Scooter, Bicycle Safety

By Dustin Hartuv October 24, 2018

Recent deaths of bicycle and electric scooter riders have prompted Washington, D.C. Councilmember Mary Cheh to call for stronger safety regulations as part of the city’s Vision Zero initiative. A...

In Search of Scooter-Man

By Perry Stone Budd September 27, 2013

In a rush and needing a quick meal, I decided to make a stop at Leo’s. As I headed out of the doors of New South, I began the short stroll toward the dining hall; that’s when it happened. Suddenly,...

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