An Act relative to increasing the fines and penalties for texting and driving

This bill (HD 2121) increases penalties for texting while driving in Massachusetts. It clarifies that a vehicle is considered "operating" if stopped in traffic (not just moving), and raises fines to $250 for a first offense (with a 90-day license suspension), $500 for a second offense, and $750 for third or subsequent offenses. It also links texting violations to driver's license records and insurance programs under existing laws. The changes directly affect drivers convicted of texting while operating a vehicle, including in stopped traffic.