Bill > H3684

This bill amends Section 9 of Chapter 90 of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding a safety requirement for temporary non-reducible loads like dumpsters, shipping containers, and pods that are placed in vehicular traffic areas, private lots, or roadways. Specifically, the bill mandates that such containers must have reflective tape applied to them according to the standards outlined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 393.11. The purpose of this requirement is to increase visibility and safety by ensuring that these large stationary objects can be easily seen by drivers, particularly in low-light conditions or areas with heavy traffic, thereby reducing the risk of accidents caused by drivers not noticing these potentially obstructive loads.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3684