Bill > H3696

This bill amends Section 36 of Chapter 85 of the Massachusetts General Laws by expanding the definition of "debris" to explicitly include snow and/or ice. The amendment broadens the existing legal language to clarify that snow and ice falling from vehicles can be considered debris, which could have implications for legal liability in cases where falling snow or ice from a vehicle causes damage or injury. By adding this specific definition, the bill aims to provide more clarity in transportation law regarding the responsibility of vehicle operators to prevent potentially hazardous objects from falling off their vehicles during transit. The amendment appears to be a technical clarification that could help establish more precise guidelines for determining negligence in cases involving snow or ice falling from moving vehicles.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3696