Bill > H3620

This bill allows motorcyclists to travel in breakdown or access lanes during periods of heavy traffic congestion, specifically when traffic in designated lanes is moving at 10 miles per hour or slower. Under the proposed legislation, motorcycle operators would be permitted to ride in the right breakdown lane, left access lane, or split lanes, but with important restrictions: they must maintain a speed no greater than 25 miles per hour and must yield to any disabled or emergency vehicles already occupying those lanes. The bill amends two sections of Chapter 89 of the Massachusetts General Laws to include this provision, and it will take effect 90 days after passage, with the new regulation set to automatically expire 18 months after implementation. This temporary measure appears designed to provide motorcyclists with more flexibility during severe traffic slowdowns while maintaining safety considerations by imposing speed limits and yielding requirements.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3620