Bill > H2264

This bill proposes to provide free and penalty-free parking for veterans across Massachusetts by amending several sections of state law. Specifically, the bill ensures that vehicles owned and driven by veterans, which have distinctive number plates or special parking identification plates, will be exempt from parking fees and penalties in various municipal settings. Under the proposed legislation, veterans will not be charged for parking on public ways or in cities and towns, nor will they receive fines or violations for parking longer than permitted or in restricted areas. The bill applies statewide, with explicit mentions of Boston and Cambridge, and allows other cities and towns to opt into these parking provisions. By providing these parking privileges, the bill aims to offer a form of recognition and support for military veterans, making urban parking more accessible and cost-free for those who have served in the military.

Government Affairs

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2264