S.2343

Expanding truck safety requirements

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Expands truck safety requirements in Massachusetts by mandating lateral protective devices and mirrors for certain vehicles.

The bill mandates that vehicles classified as class 3 or above, with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,001 pounds or more, must be equipped with lateral protective devices, convex mirrors, and cross-over mirrors starting January 1, 2028. Exemptions apply to specific vehicle types and those operated under contract with certain entities. The registrar of motor vehicles will establish regulations based on federal standards.

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Sponsors

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Calendar

Jun 24, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Transportation Hearing

Jun 24, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Transportation Hearing

History

Apr 1

Senate

Accompanied a study order, see S3009

Feb 19

Senate

Reporting date extended to Tuesday March 31, 2026

Jun 18, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 06/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2