S 1737
An Act establishing a standing commission on operating under the influence and impaired driving
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Bill overview
This bill establishes a standing commission to study operating under the influence (OUI) and impaired driving issues in Massachusetts. The commission will examine strategies to reduce OUI-related incidents and fatalities, and make recommendations for policy changes. It aims to provide a sustained, focused effort to address this ongoing public safety concern.
Key provisions
- Establish a standing commission on OUI and impaired driving.
- The commission will study relevant data and trends.
- The commission will make recommendations for policy changes.
- The commission’s recommendations will be submitted to the Legislature.
- The commission will report annually to the public.
- The commission will be composed of diverse stakeholders.
- The commission will focus on prevention and enforcement strategies.
- The commission will examine the effectiveness of current laws and programs.
Who is affected
- General Public
- Motorists
- Law Enforcement
- Public Safety Officials
- Massachusetts Residents
Notable changes
- Creates a permanent, dedicated body to address OUI/impaired driving.
- Likely to lead to a more comprehensive and sustained approach to the issue.
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Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
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Bill S.1737 194th (Current)
An Act establishing a standing commission on operating under the influence and impaired driving
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1737) of Michael O. Moore and Steven George Xiarhos for legislation to establish a standing commission on operating under the influence and impaired driving. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael O. Moore Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1737
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/2/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/07/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/15/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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