Bill > H2739

This bill modifies Section 25 of Chapter 90 of the Massachusetts General Laws by expanding the list of individuals that drivers must yield to. Specifically, the bill adds "crossing guard or traffic officer" to the existing language after the phrase "any police officer," which means that drivers will now be legally required to yield to crossing guards and traffic officers in addition to police officers. This amendment appears to strengthen traffic safety regulations by explicitly mandating that motorists stop or give way when directed by crossing guards and traffic officers, who play crucial roles in managing traffic and protecting pedestrians, particularly in school zones and other high-traffic areas. The change aims to enhance public safety by providing clearer legal guidance about driver responsibilities when encountering these specific types of traffic control personnel.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2739