Bill > H3712

This bill makes several changes to Massachusetts bicycle safety regulations. First, it modifies existing law to require bicycles to have both a red light lamp and other required lighting/reflectors, instead of allowing a choice between a red light lamp or other lamp. Second, the bill adds a new provision that prohibits retailers, distributors, wholesalers, and manufacturers from selling bicycles in Massachusetts unless those bicycles are equipped with the lamps and reflectors specified in existing law's subsections (8) and (9). Finally, the bill increases the fine for violating bicycle lighting requirements from $20 to $50. These changes aim to improve bicycle safety by ensuring that bicycles have consistent and adequate lighting and reflective equipment, and by creating a financial incentive for sellers to comply with safety equipment standards. The modifications are being made to Section 11B of Chapter 85 of the Massachusetts General Laws, which governs bicycle equipment and safety regulations.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3712