MA H3652

Named "Anna's Law" in honor of Anna LaViolette, a Winchester resident who died after being struck at a crosswalk

Requires MassDOT to establish specific safety standards for crosswalks, vehicle lanes, and other roadway markings on all state, regional, and municipal roads

Mandates development of a formal regulation document titled "Pedestrian and Traffic Markings Safety Maintenance" using reflectivity measurements and light meters to set enforceable visibility standards

Allows residents to report deteriorated road markings to local DPW offices or MassDOT, and encourages municipalities to establish hotlines for these complaints

Directs MassDOT to assess maintenance costs and recommend state appropriations for financial incentives and training to help local jurisdictions maintain markings at required safety levels