Bill > H3729

This bill modifies Chapter 90 of the Massachusetts General Laws by expanding the existing language about speeding in specific areas to include additional circumstances where speed restrictions apply. Specifically, the bill adds a provision that allows for increased fines when drivers speed in the lane adjacent to the right lane, but only in situations where the department of highways has explicitly erected signs permitting the use of that lane. While the government summary suggests this relates to "breakdown lanes," the actual text refers more broadly to highway lanes with specific signage. The modification appears designed to provide clear legal guidance for drivers about speed limits in lanes that might typically be used for emergency or slower-moving vehicles, potentially enhancing safety for both motorists and emergency personnel by clarifying where and when specific speed regulations apply.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3729