H 3710
An Act relative to driver education
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Bill overview
This bill, which ultimately failed, proposed to require Massachusetts driver education courses to include a module explaining the science behind marijuana impairment and its effects on driving. The goal was to educate new drivers about the potential risks associated with driving under the influence of cannabis. Currently, driver education in Massachusetts does not specifically address this topic. The bill aimed to increase awareness and promote safer driving habits.
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Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida
John J. Marsi
Kimberly N. Ferguson
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Bill H.3710 194th (Current)
An Act relative to driver education
By Representative Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3710) of Hannah Kane and others for legislation to include a module on the science related to the impairment effects of marijuana in driver education courses. Transportation.
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Presenter: Hannah Kane
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.3710
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/27/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/08/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 12/1/2025 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H4780 |
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