H2601

Promoting passenger safety on motorcoaches

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H2601 mandates seatbelt use on motorcoaches and requires public education on the safety benefits.

Massachusetts H2601 amends the General Laws to enhance passenger safety on motorcoaches. The bill defines "motorcoach" and mandates that motorcoach operators include seatbelt requirements in ticket purchase agreements. It also requires drivers to inform passengers about seatbelt use before departure. Additionally, the Department of Public Utilities must run a campaign to educate the public on the importance of wearing seatbelts on motorcoaches.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Jun 11, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security Hearing

History

Mar 19

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)

Jun 5, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 06/11/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Jun 5, 2025

House

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