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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish penalties for operating motor vehicles while under the influence of marijuana. Cannabis Policy.
AI Summary
This bill establishes penalties for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of marijuana. Specifically, it amends Section 24 of Chapter 90 of Massachusetts law to define the legal limit for marijuana in a driver's blood as 5 nanograms per milliliter. The bill also adds references to marijuana alongside references to alcohol throughout the existing law, ensuring that the penalties for operating under the influence apply equally to marijuana and alcohol.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (6)
Donnie Berthiaume (R),
Joe McKenna (R),
Matt Muratore (R),
Mike Soter (R),
Timothy Whelan (R),
Susannah Whipps (I),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5042 (on 10/26/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3513 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3513.pdf |
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