Bill > H3639

This bill addresses safety and legal provisions for off-highway vehicles in Massachusetts by making several technical amendments to existing state laws. Specifically, the bill adds a definition for "emergency off-road vehicle" which includes all-terrain vehicles, recreation utility vehicles, and other similar vehicles used by public safety personnel during emergency responses. The legislation expands language in Chapter 61B to include recreation vehicles in existing legal descriptions, modifies references in Chapter 90 regarding vehicle-related sections, and updates Chapter 90B to create a specific exemption for emergency off-road vehicles from certain existing regulations. The changes appear designed to provide clearer legal frameworks for how public safety vehicles can operate in off-road settings, potentially allowing first responders more flexibility in using specialized vehicles during emergency situations. By defining "emergency off-road vehicle" and creating specific legal carve-outs, the bill aims to support more effective emergency response capabilities while maintaining overall safety standards for off-highway vehicle use.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3639