Bill > H3263

This bill aims to increase the fines and penalties for texting while driving in Massachusetts. It amends Section 13B of Chapter 90 of the General Laws to clarify that a vehicle is considered "operating" even if it is stopped in traffic, and increases the fines for a first offense to $250, a second offense to $500, and a third or subsequent offense to $750, along with a 90-day license suspension for a first offense. The bill also amends Section 24 of Chapter 90 to ensure that any conviction for texting while driving under Sections 8M, 12A, or 13B will be counted towards a driver's record and the safe driver insurance plan.