Bill > H1792

This bill seeks to increase the fines and penalties for texting while driving in Massachusetts. It amends existing law to clarify that an operator is considered to be operating a motor vehicle if the vehicle is stopped in traffic, not just when the vehicle is stationary and not located in a part of the public way intended for travel. The bill also increases the fines for a first offense from $250 to $500 for a second offense, and to $750 for a third or subsequent offense. Additionally, it ensures that any conviction for texting while driving will result in a license suspension and impact the driver's insurance rates under the state's safe driver insurance plan.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1792