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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 7, 2025

S 2352: An Act relative to the Move Over Law

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2352) of Brendan P. Crighton for legislation relative to the Move Over Law. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill updates Move Over Law to enhance road safety for emergency vehicles, directly strengthening transportation safety standards.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 2370: An Act adjusting school bus driver physical examinations

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2370) of Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation to adjust school bus driver physical examinations. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill adjusts school bus driver physical exams, enhancing transportation safety standards for vehicle operators within the transportation sector.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Public Transit

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 24, 2025

H 2581: An Act relative to school bus safety

By Representative Cruz of Salem, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2581) of Manny Cruz relative to seatbelts on school buses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandating seatbelts on school buses directly enhances vehicle safety standards, a core aspect of transportation policy under vehicle regulations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 5041: An Act providing a simplified procedure for the layout and acceptance of subdivision roads in the City of Marlborough

This bill creates a streamlined process for the City of Marlborough to accept subdivision roads as public ways. It allows the city to bypass standard procedures when roads are built within approved subdivisions, requiring only a planning board hearing (with 7 days' notice to adjacent property owners), a written certification of compliance, and a city council vote. If approved, the road and associated municipal easements (like utility access) automatically become city property with no compensation due to property owners. This directly affects homeowners in Marlborough subdivisions and the city's ability to manage road ownership. The process must be completed within 90 days of the council's acceptance vote.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationStreamlines incorporation of subdivision roads into public infrastructure, advancing road maintenance and access without compensating property owners.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 4, 2026

H 3905: An Act authorizing the city of Salem to employ automated enforcement of speed limit violations in designated school zones within the city of Salem

By Representative Cruz of Salem and Senator Lovely, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3905) of Manny Cruz (with the approval of the mayor and city council) that the city of Salem be authorized to employ automated enforcement of speed limit violations in designated school zones. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes automated speed enforcement in school zones, enhancing traffic safety - a key transportation safety measure directly advancing transportation infrastructure management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety

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passed · Massachusetts · House Sep 8, 2025

H 3812: An Act relative to roadway safety

By Representative Walsh of Peabody, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3812) of Thomas P. Walsh and David T. Vieira relative to the removal of ice and snow from motor vehicles. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates ice/snow removal from vehicles to improve roadway safety, directly enhancing transportation safety standards per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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passed · Massachusetts · House Sep 11, 2025

H 3765: An Act relative to obstructed views while driving

By Representatives Ramos of Springfield and Fluker-Reid of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3765) of Orlando Ramos and Samantha Montaño relative to obstructed views while driving. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill addresses obstructed driving views as a safety hazard, directly enhancing transportation safety standards per summary.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 26, 2026

H 1027: An Act to streamline permitting for rail electrification

By Representative Reid of Lynn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1027) of Sean Reid relative to environmental impact statements for zero- or near-zero emission rail infrastructure. Environment and Natural Resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyStreamlines permitting for zero-emission rail infrastructure, advancing clean energy transportation and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill streamlines permitting for zero-emission rail infrastructure, reducing transportation emissions and advancing environmental protection per its summary and subject category.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill streamlines permitting for zero-emission rail infrastructure, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 15, 2025

S 2108: An Act providing for equal access to certain roadways under the jurisdiction of the department of conservation and recreation

By Mr. Collins, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2108) of Nick Collins for legislation to provide for equal access to certain roadways under the jurisdiction of the department of conservation and recreation on the Columbia Point peninsula located between William T. Morrissey Boulevard, William J. Day Boulevard and Dorchester Bay. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates equal access to specific roadways, directly enhancing transportation infrastructure accessibility and usability.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 19, 2026

H 3758: An Act relative to class 3 electric bicycles

By Representative Owens of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3758) of Steven Owens and Bruce E. Tarr relative to class 3 electric bicycles. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRegulates class 3 e-bikes under transportation policy, promoting sustainable vehicle standards and safety within transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Electric Vehicles

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