Bill > H3695

This bill aims to reduce roadway littering by adding a new section to Chapter 90 of Massachusetts General Laws that prohibits motor vehicle operators from littering or knowingly allowing vehicle occupants to litter on public or private property. The proposed law establishes a graduated fine system for civil motor vehicle infractions related to littering, with increasing penalties for repeated offenses: $100 for a first offense, $250 for a second offense, and $500 for a third or subsequent offense. These citations would be issued under chapter 90C and would be considered a surchargeable offense, which means they could potentially impact the driver's insurance rates. The bill is designed to create a legal mechanism to discourage littering from vehicles by imposing financial consequences and would take effect immediately upon passage.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3695