MA H1628

Increases maximum fines for practicing a trade or profession after license suspension, revocation, or cancellation from $2,500 to $10,000 under Chapter 112, Section 65(a)

Raises first offense fines from $1,000 to $5,000 and subsequent offense fines from $2,500 to $10,000 under Chapter 112, Sections 65(b) and 65A

Increases penalties for unlicensed hawkers and peddlers under Chapter 141 from unspecified amounts to $5,000 for first offense and $10,000 for subsequent offenses, with potential imprisonment up to six months

Raises fines for unlicensed construction work under Chapter 143 from $500 to $10,000

Sponsored by Representative Mark J. Cusack (5th Norfolk) and filed January 16, 2025; similar legislation was filed in the 2023-2024 session