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New York lawmakers push for lithium-ion battery safety regulations after a string of fires


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A group of New York Democrats announced support for federal legislation aimed at regulating lithium-ion battery safety standards after a spate of fires caused by the batteries malfunctioning or overheating.

 

Lithium-ion batteries, found in many popular consumer products like e-scooters and smartphones, have been under scrutiny amid increasing reports of explosive fires triggered by the batteries, which use flammable materials.

 

Support in New York for more safeguards comes after at least seven people were injured when a lithium-ion battery-powered scooter exploded in the Bronx early last month. 

 

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https://edition.cnn.com/2023/04/24/us/new-york-lithium-ion-battery-safety-regulations/index.html

 

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