S 2444
An Act promoting road safety
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Bill overview
This bill aims to enhance road safety in Massachusetts by expanding the existing ‘yellow dot’ program. The program allows individuals with disabilities to display a marker on their vehicle to indicate that they may require extra time to enter and exit the vehicle. This legislation seeks to streamline and potentially broaden the program’s implementation, improving visibility and awareness for emergency responders and other drivers.
Key provisions
- Expands the existing ‘yellow dot’ program.
- Aims to improve the visibility of vehicles with individuals who may require extra time to enter or exit.
- Intended to assist emergency responders in recognizing and assisting these individuals.
- May include provisions for program administration and coordination.
Who is affected
- Individuals with disabilities
- Emergency responders
- Vehicle owners
- Massachusetts drivers
Notable changes
- The bill builds upon the existing ‘yellow dot’ program, suggesting potential modifications or expansions to its scope.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Joseph D. McKenna
Peter J. Durant
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Bill S.2444 194th (Current)
An Act promoting road safety
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2444) of Bruce E. Tarr and Joseph D. McKenna for legislation to promote road safety through the yellow dot program. Transportation.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Bruce E. Tarr Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2444
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/24/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 12/31/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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