Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 5220: An Act relative to protecting the public from street takeovers
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HD 5220 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on October 15, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to protecting the public from street takeovers. Primary sponsor: Christopher Markey (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (November 6, 2025): Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on The Judiciary.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Markey of Dartmouth, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Christopher M. Markey and Steven George Xiarhos for legislation to establish penalties for reckless or negligent operation of a vehicle and hindering the movement of other vehicles. The Judiciary.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christopher Markey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 9th Bristol |
| Steve Xiarhos | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Barnstable |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on The Judiciary
- Referred to the committee on House Rules