MA H254

Bill

MA H254

Relative to the use of a magnetic identification card reader machine when purchasing alcohol

Introduced
01/20/2015

In Committee
01/20/2015

Crossed Over

Passed

Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the use of magnetic identification card reader machines when purchasing alcohol. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

AI Summary

This bill amends a section of Massachusetts General Laws related to the purchase of alcohol by allowing out-of-state driver's licenses to be accepted as valid identification if they have been verified using a magnetic identification card reader machine, which is a device that can scan and read information from the magnetic stripe on identification cards. Previously, only specific types of identification, such as a liquor purchase identification card or a motor vehicle license issued under a particular section, were accepted, but this change broadens the acceptable forms of identification to include out-of-state licenses validated by this technology, aiming to streamline the process for consumers and retailers.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (4)

Elizabeth Poirier (R)*, Jay Barrows (R), Steven Howitt (R), Chris Walsh (D),

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H4135 (on 04/04/2016)

Official Document

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/House/H254

(6 Companion Bills)

Version:

Document Type	Source Location
State Bill Page	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/House/H254
State Bill Page	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H254
Bill	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H254.pdf

Bill	Bill Name	Last Action	Type
H115	Providing for enhanced protection of children and investigation of abuse and neglect allegations	Accompanied a study order, see H4613	Similar To
H116	Relative to ensuring the safety of residents of facilities under the authority of the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Developmental Services	Accompanied a study order, see H4613	Similar To
H117	Relative to the licensure and regulation of au pair and nanny agencies by the Department of Early Education and Care	Accompanied a study order, see H4613	Similar To
H250	Prohibiting intentional misrepresentation by a business of its location	Read second and ordered to a third reading	Similar To
H251	Providing security to consumers for purchases from certain vendors	Accompanied a study order, see H4578	Similar To
H4135	Providing for an out of state license to be valid proof of age	Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means	Replaced by

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