An Act to authorize firefighter motorcycle license plates
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would allow the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles to issue motorcycle license plates specifically for firefighters. It’s a request by Representatives Smola and Xiarhos to create a way for firefighters who also ride motorcycles to display their profession on their vehicles. The bill has been referred to the Transportation committee and has been scheduled for a hearing.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Registrar of Motor Vehicles to issue firefighter motorcycle license plates.
- The plates will be available to firefighters.
- The bill was presented by Representatives Todd Smola and Steven George Xiarhos.
- The bill was referred to the Transportation committee.
- A hearing is scheduled for October 7, 2025.
Who is affected
- Firefighters
- Motorcycle riders
- Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles
- Transportation Department
Notable changes
- This bill creates a new category of license plates for firefighters.
- Similar bills have been proposed in the past, indicating a recurring interest in this initiative.
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Sponsors
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Steven George Xiarhos
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