H1613

Permitting persons to bring car damage arising from a pothole against the public entity into small claims court

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1613 allows individuals to sue public entities in small claims court for car damage caused by potholes.

Massachusetts H1613 amends the state's General Laws to permit individuals to file claims in small claims court against public entities for car damage resulting from potholes on state, county, or municipal roadways. This bill specifically excludes cases where the damage is to a vehicle's tire or rim.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Nov 4, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Nov 4, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

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

Nov 4, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time

Nov 4, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time