An Act relative to license transparency
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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 aims to increase transparency regarding motor vehicle licenses in Massachusetts. It requires the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) to provide more detailed information about license ownership, including the registered owner’s name and address, to the public. The goal is to enhance accountability and reduce potential misuse of vehicles. The bill also directs the Transportation Committee to study the current system and recommend improvements.
Key provisions
- The RMV must provide more detailed information about license owners to the public.
- This information includes the registered owner's name and address.
- The Transportation Committee is tasked with studying the current license transparency practices.
- The Committee must recommend improvements to the system.
- The study order is linked to H5202.
Who is affected
- Motor vehicle license holders
- The Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV)
- The public
- The Transportation Committee
Notable changes
- Currently, the RMV provides limited information about license owners.
- This bill mandates a shift towards greater transparency.
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Sponsors
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7 on record
Primary sponsor
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Kimberly N. Ferguson
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