Bill > S1072

This bill proposes several changes to Massachusetts law regarding the collection and allocation of fines related to motor vehicle violations, specifically directing more funds into the Head Injury Treatment Services (HITS) Trust Fund. The bill mandates that $50 from each fine collected for texting while driving will be deposited into the HITS Trust Fund, and increases from $50 to $100 certain assessment amounts related to motor vehicle violations. For multiple types of motor vehicle offenses, including operating a vehicle under the influence of intoxicating substances, the bill requires that 75% or 100% of collected fines be deposited monthly into the HITS Trust Fund by the state treasurer. Additionally, the bill increases certain fines from $50 to $75 and specifically adds a $250 assessment for individuals convicted of operating a vehicle under the influence, with 100% of that assessment going directly to the HITS Trust Fund. The overall intent appears to be generating more consistent and substantial funding for head injury treatment services through various motor vehicle violation penalties.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1072