Bill > H3264

This bill aims to further regulate the issuance of licenses to junior operators (young drivers) of motor vehicles in Massachusetts. Key provisions include: 1) Requiring high schools to annually provide a seminar on the dangers of texting and driving, which all students must attend; 2) Requiring junior operator license applicants to submit a letter of good standing from their principal or school official; 3) Increasing the penalties for junior operators who violate laws prohibiting the use of mobile devices while driving, including larger fines and longer license suspensions; and 4) Adding a new penalty of a 180-day license suspension and minimum $100 fine for junior operators who violate the law prohibiting the carrying of passengers during the first 6 months of licensure.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3264