S 2385
An Act regarding right of way violations (CeCelia's Law)
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Bill overview
This bill, known as ‘CeCelia’s Law,’ aims to improve traffic safety in Massachusetts by prohibiting drivers from making turns across a red light. The legislation responds to concerns about collisions caused by drivers failing to yield the right-of-way. It seeks to establish clearer rules regarding turning at red lights to reduce the risk of accidents.
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Peter J. Durant
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Kelly W. Pease
Peter J. Durant
Steven George Xiarhos
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Bill S.2385 194th (Current)
An Act regarding right of way violations (CeCelia's Law)
By Mr. Durant, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2385) of Peter J. Durant and Bruce E. Tarr relative to the prohibition of motor vehicle operators to make turns at certain red lights. Transportation.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Peter J. Durant
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill S.2385
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/9/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in B-2 |
| 10/15/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing location changed |
| 10/21/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-11:45 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 2/19/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Tuesday March 31, 2026 |
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