S 2343
An Act expanding truck safety requirements
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Bill overview
This bill aims to enhance truck safety regulations in Massachusetts. It seeks to expand existing requirements to improve driver monitoring and potentially address other safety concerns related to commercial trucking. The legislation is currently under review by the Transportation committee. The bill is part of a series of related proposals focused on transportation safety and regulation.
Key provisions
- Expand driver monitoring requirements for commercial trucks.
- Potentially introduce measures to enhance vehicle safety systems.
- May include provisions related to truck maintenance and inspections.
- Could establish or modify regulations concerning truck operation within the state.
- Related to a study order (S3009) regarding transportation issues.
Who is affected
- Commercial truck drivers
- Trucking companies
- Motor vehicle inspectors
- The general public (through improved safety)
- The Massachusetts Department of Transportation
Notable changes
- The bill is part of a larger effort to improve transportation safety in Massachusetts.
- It is linked to a study order (S3009) which suggests a broader examination of transportation-related issues.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
William N. Brownsberger
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Joanne M. Comerford
John F. Keenan
John Francis Moran
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Bill S.2343 194th (Current)
An Act expanding truck safety requirements
By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2343) of William N. Brownsberger and Steven Owens for legislation to expand truck safety requirements. Transportation.
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Bill Information
Presenter: William N. Brownsberger
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill S.2343
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 6/18/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 06/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 2/19/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Tuesday March 31, 2026 |
| 4/1/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S3009 |
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