Bill > H3806

This bill modifies Section 11 of Chapter 89 in Massachusetts law to broaden protections for vulnerable road users by replacing specific references to "pedestrian" with the more inclusive term "vulnerable user" (which is defined in Section 1 of Chapter 90 of the General Laws). Additionally, the bill updates terminology from "crosswalk marked" to "marked crossing" and from "crosswalk" to "crossing" in multiple instances throughout the section. These changes suggest an intent to expand legal protections and safety considerations to include not just pedestrians, but potentially other road users who are more susceptible to injury, such as cyclists, people using mobility devices, or other non-motorized transportation users. By using more inclusive language, the bill appears to signal a more comprehensive approach to roadway safety that recognizes the diverse ways people move through public spaces.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3806