MA S2616

Car rental companies (lessors) must maintain liability insurance on a secondary/contingent basis that meets Massachusetts minimum financial requirements for vehicle owners, covering renters who lack their own liability coverage

Property damage coverage is required for short-term rentals of 30 days or less; longer-term leases exceeding 30 days are exempt from the property damage indemnity requirement

Lessor's insurance obligation is satisfied when the renter already holds valid liability coverage meeting state minimum requirements, allowing the renter's personal policy to serve as primary coverage

Amends Section 34M of Chapter 90 to add cross-references to Section 32E, ensuring consistency between motor vehicle liability provisions and rental car insurance requirements