An Act relative to ATV vehicles owned and operated by police and fire departments
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would allow Massachusetts police and fire departments to use all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) for emergency response activities. To facilitate this, the Registry of Motor Vehicles would be required to issue specialty license plates for these vehicles. The bill aims to improve the departments’ ability to respond quickly and efficiently to emergencies, particularly in difficult terrain.
Key provisions
- Allows police and fire departments to operate ATVs for emergency response.
- Requires the Registry of Motor Vehicles to provide specialty license plates for these vehicles.
- Addresses the use of ATVs by public safety entities.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts Police Departments
- Massachusetts Fire Departments
- Registry of Motor Vehicles
- Emergency Responders
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