H1773

Prohibiting motor vehicle tracking devices without consent

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1773 prohibits the use of electronic mobile tracking devices on motor vehicles without consent.

Massachusetts H1773 amends the General Laws to prohibit the installation, concealment, placement, or use of electronic mobile tracking devices on motor vehicles without the consent of the vehicle's operator and occupants. This prohibition applies to individuals and businesses, with exceptions for law enforcement, parents or legal guardians monitoring minor children, stolen vehicle recovery, and business vehicle tracking. Violations are punishable as criminal harassment.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jul 15, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Jul 15, 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 07/15/2025 from 01:00 PM-08:00 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

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