Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 3612: An Act relative to increasing the fines and penalties for texting and driving
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 3612 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to increasing the fines and penalties for texting and driving. Primary sponsor: Bruce Ayers (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 25, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5143.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Ayers of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3612) of Bruce J. Ayers for legislation to increase the fines and penalties for texting while driving. Transportation.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruce Ayers | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1st Norfolk |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see H5143
- Hearing scheduled for 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Transportation