Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 3176: An Act relative to hardship licenses for second offenders under the operating under the influence statute
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SD 3176 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on September 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to hardship licenses for second offenders under the operating under the influence statute. Primary sponsor: Peter Durant (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (April 1, 2026): Referred to the committee on Transportation.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Durant (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 0000) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of James Cooke for legislation to allow individuals convicted of a second offense of operating under the influence to apply for a hardship license under certain conditions. Transportation.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Durant | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | Worcester and Hampshire |
| James Cooke | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to the committee on Transportation
- Rules suspended
- Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently