H4736

Relative to protecting the public from street takeovers

Introduced·10/15/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H4736 establishes penalties for reckless or negligent operation of vehicles that hinder public movement.

Massachusetts H4736 introduces penalties for operating vehicles in a reckless or negligent manner that hinders the movement of other vehicles on public ways. The bill allows the district attorney or attorney general to petition for the forfeiture of the vehicle used in the violation. If convicted, the violator faces up to two and a half years in prison and a fine of up to $2,000. The bill also mandates that the proceeds from the sale of forfeited vehicles be used for law enforcement, environmental, or public recreational purposes.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Nov 25, 2025

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Nov 25, 2025

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

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

Nov 26, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/25/2025 from 10:00 AM-05:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time

Nov 26, 2025

House

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