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MA H3612
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Bruce Ayers
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AI Summary
- First offense for texting while driving would carry a $250 fine and 90-day license/permit suspension
- Second offense fine increases to $500; third or subsequent offense fine increases to $750
- Clarifies that drivers stopped in traffic are still considered to be "operating" a motor vehicle and subject to the law
- Convictions would count toward Registry of Motor Vehicles actions and affect the Safe Driver Insurance Plan, potentially impacting insurance rates
- Amends Chapter 90, Section 13B of Massachusetts General Laws
Legislative Description
Relative to increasing the fines and penalties for texting and driving
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5143
2/25/2026
Committee Referrals
Transportation2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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