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MA H1894

Relative to carriers of property by motor vehicle


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
06/26/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the transportation of alcoholic beverages and property by agricultural, common or contract carriers. Transportation.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 159B of the General Laws to allow agricultural, common, or contract carriers by motor vehicle, or businesses engaged in parcel delivery or general trucking, to transport and deliver alcoholic beverage products sold at retail to consumers, if they obtain a $3,500 annual fleet permit from the department. The bill requires parcels containing alcohol to be clearly labeled, and the recipient to be at least 21 years old and show valid identification upon delivery. The bill also limits the maximum delivery amount to 108 liters.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)

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