Transportation

introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 194: An Act relative to insurance discounts

This bill allows motor vehicle insurance companies to optionally offer discounts to licensed drivers who complete a state-approved marijuana impairment education course. The course, which must include a module on the dangers of driving under marijuana influence, can be provided by accredited driving schools or insurance companies themselves. Insurance companies must seek approval from the insurance commissioner for the course curriculum before offering the discount. This policy directly affects drivers seeking lower insurance premiums and insurance companies deciding whether to implement this discount program.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by requiring impairment education for drivers, directly addressing vehicle safety regulations related to marijuana use while driving.85% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · Senate

SD 1495: An Act relative to traffic regulation using road safety cameras

This bill allows Massachusetts cities and towns to install automated cameras to enforce specific traffic violations, including running red lights, illegal right turns on red, speeding, and blocking intersections. Municipalities must hold public hearings to approve camera locations and annually report safety data, crash statistics, and enforcement results to MassDOT. Registered vehicle owners face fines of $25-$150 for violations caught by cameras, but for 60 days after installation, only warnings are issued instead of fines. The bill ensures these violations do not count as moving violations for insurance surcharges or appear on a driver’s record.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enables traffic safety cameras to enforce violations, enhancing road safety standards under transportation policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 18, 2025

H 3675: An Act relative to the move over law

By Representative Gordon of Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3675) of Kenneth I. Gordon for legislation to further regulate lane changes when approaching a stationary emergency response vehicle, highway maintenance vehicle or recovery vehicle. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill regulates lane changes near emergency vehicles to enhance road safety, directly strengthening transportation safety standards per bill summary and subject.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 11, 2025

S 678: An Act relative to motor vehicle liability insurance requirements

By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 678) of William N. Brownsberger for legislation to increase motor vehicle liability insurance requirements. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases motor vehicle liability insurance requirements, enhancing transportation safety standards under vehicle regulations.90% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · Senate

SD 1114: An Act establishing parking cash-out

This bill requires employers with 10+ employees who offer parking benefits to provide workers a choice between cash or transit subsidies instead of parking. Employees must decline the parking benefit to qualify for the alternative. Employers must document the market parking rate annually (adjusted for inflation) and offer tax-exempt transit benefits, taxable cash, or a combination equal in value to the parking subsidy. The law applies broadly but excludes employers covered by union contracts requiring parking, employees needing personal vehicles for work under IRS rules, and those with long-term parking leases.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands worker benefits by mandating employers to offer transit subsidies/cash alternatives to parking, increasing commuting flexibility and choice under employment standards.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires employers to offer transit subsidies instead of parking, directly promoting public transit use and sustainable transportation choices.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Collective Bargaining

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Jul 23, 2025

H 4284: An Act relative to vehicle recalls

H 4284 requires Massachusetts vehicle registration offices to check for active safety recalls before issuing or renewing registrations. If a vehicle has an open recall requiring repairs, owners receive written notice and must complete repairs before the next registration renewal; the registry may deny renewal until this is done. Exemptions apply if parts are unavailable, repairs require non-recall fixes, or the owner faces hardship. This bill directly affects vehicle owners by linking registration renewal to safety recall compliance.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates recall repairs for vehicle safety, enhancing transportation safety standards through registration enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 14, 2025

SD 3004: An Act authorizing the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting by and through its Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, to grant permanent easements over certain land in the town of Milton for highway purposes

By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. for legislation to authorize the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting by and through its Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, to grant permanent easements over certain land in the town of Milton for highway purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes highway easements in Milton, directly advancing transportation infrastructure development for road purposes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3637: An Act relative to the sale of zero-emission vehicles

This bill requires Massachusetts' Department of Environmental Protection to annually review manufacturers' compliance with California's Advanced Clean Cars II Rule starting in 2025. It allows the department to delay zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) sales requirements for a model year if either (1) manufacturers collectively selling 70%+ of vehicles fail to meet annual ZEV goals, or (2) sufficient public charging infrastructure isn't available statewide. The bill also mandates that all new Commonwealth purchases of medium- and heavy-duty trucks must be zero-emission starting July 2025, with full fleet conversion by 2035, while permitting exceptions for trucks that don't meet operational needs or charging requirements. Additionally, it delays implementation of California's Advanced Clean Trucks regulations until July 2029.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates annual review for ZEV compliance under CA rule, sets ZEV sales goals to reduce emissions, with limited delay conditions for infrastructure95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPromotes sustainable transportation via ZEV adoption mandates and infrastructure safeguards, directly advancing vehicle regulation policies under transportation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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introduced · Massachusetts · Senate

SD 2549: An Act establishing a tunnel to connect the campuses of Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical school ("ENSATS”)

SD 2549 authorizes Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School (ENSATS) to construct a pedestrian tunnel under Route 62 connecting its north and south campuses and the Danvers Rail Trail. The bill permits up to $5 million in funding for this project, which aims to improve student safety, increase accessibility, and reduce campus congestion. It specifically overrides any conflicting laws or regulations to enable the tunnel's construction.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds $5M tunnel to improve ENSATS campus safety/access, directly enhancing school infrastructure and student accessibility.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds $5M for pedestrian tunnel under Route 62 to improve safety/accessibility and reduce congestion, directly advancing transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Rail

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 966: An Act providing for motor vehicle fuel tax relief for the Commonwealth

By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1991) of Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to provide for motor vehicle fuel tax relief for the Commonwealth. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides motor vehicle fuel tax relief, reducing tax burden on drivers, aligning with tax relief support indicators for middle/lower income.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill reduces motor vehicle fuel tax revenue, a primary funding source for transportation infrastructure, directly defunding transportation projects.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Transportation Funding

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