Bill > H2740

This bill, known as "Colby's Law", establishes comprehensive safety standards for BMX bicycle and motocross tracks in Massachusetts. The legislation requires all such tracks to register with the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security and obtain annual permits after passing safety inspections. The bill mandates specific safety requirements including proper track design with appropriate grading, barriers, and safety netting, as well as clear participant and spectator areas. Tracks must have emergency medical response plans, including on-site first aid, automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and a certified medical professional during events. Participants must wear appropriate protective equipment like helmets meeting U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission standards, and riders under 18 must have parental consent. Operators are required to maintain liability insurance and must conduct safety briefings for new participants. The Executive Office of Public Safety and Security will have enforcement authority, with the power to issue fines between $500 and $5,000 for non-compliance, and will also develop a statewide public awareness campaign about track safety. The goal of the bill is to enhance safety and reduce risks for participants and spectators at BMX and motocross tracks.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2740