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MA H3728

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

David Linsky

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 23 of Chapter 90 of Massachusetts General Laws to clarify penalties for drivers who violate the terms of a hardship license granted under M.G.L. Chapters 90, 90A, or 90B

  • Expands penalty provisions to include violations of "similar or like statutes of another jurisdiction," ensuring out-of-state offenses are covered

  • Applies to serious motor vehicle violations including OUI offenses (Section 24), motor vehicle homicide (Section 24G), and reckless or negligent operation (Section 24L)

  • Covers violations involving motorboats and recreational vehicles under Chapter 90B, as well as assault and battery with a dangerous weapon (motor vehicle) under Chapter 265

  • Filed by Representative David Paul Linsky (5th Middlesex) on January 15, 2025; similar legislation was previously filed as House No. 3369 in the 2023-2024 session

Legislative Description

To clarify penalties for violations occurring while driving with a hardship license

Last Action

Placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting (under the last sentence of Rule 7A) for a second reading

10/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Steering, Policy and Scheduling9/15/2025
Transportation2/27/2025

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