A communication from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (see Section 15 of Chapter 358 of the Acts of 2022) submitting a report on direct vision performance of certain Commonwealth leased or purchased vehicles

This bill serves as a formal communication submitting a report from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation regarding the direct vision performance of vehicles leased or purchased by the Commonwealth. The document analyzes blind zones in municipal and state fleets to assess safety risks, particularly in non-traffic areas like parking lots and driveways. It references studies and international standards to evaluate how well drivers can see pedestrians and other obstacles without relying on mirrors. The report is intended to inform future fleet safety decisions rather than enact new laws or regulations.