H1585

Relative to air traffic safety

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Establishes penalties for interfering with aircraft in flight using a laser pointer in Massachusetts.

This bill amends Massachusetts law to establish penalties for interfering with aircraft in flight by using a laser pointer. It defines "interfering with an aircraft" as knowingly aiming a laser pointer at an aircraft, operating an unmanned aerial vehicle within the flight path of an aircraft, or otherwise interfering with an aircraft in flight. The bill specifies that such interference is punishable by a fine of up to $1,500.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 6, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 20, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order