Bill > S2436

This bill amends Section 17 of Chapter 90 in the Massachusetts General Laws by expanding the existing language to explicitly include "school zones" alongside existing provisions about speed limits in construction areas. The modification appears to be a technical change that formally adds school zones to the existing legal framework for speed limit regulations, which suggests the bill aims to strengthen or clarify penalties related to speeding in areas near schools. By specifically mentioning school zones in the statute, the bill likely intends to emphasize the importance of reduced speeds in areas with high pedestrian traffic, particularly children, and may signal potential enhanced enforcement or penalties for violations in these sensitive areas. While the bill text is brief, it represents a legislative effort to improve road safety around educational institutions by drawing explicit legal attention to speed limits in school zones.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2436