Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H2277 — An Act authorizing cities and towns to establish reduced maximum tow rates during certain declared emergencies

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill allows cities and towns to set lower maximum tow rates during emergencies.

The bill permits local governments to establish reduced maximum towing fees when a declared emergency occurs. This aims to alleviate financial burdens on individuals during such situations.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This may lower costs for workers who find themselves needing to retrieve towed vehicles during emergencies.
  • Families: This could reduce the financial strain on families when towing occurs during emergencies.
  • Consumers: This means you could pay less for towing if your vehicle is towed during an emergency.

Summary

An Act authorizing cities and towns to establish reduced maximum tow rates during certain declared emergencies

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does H2277 do?
An Act authorizing cities and towns to establish reduced maximum tow rates during certain declared emergencies
Who sponsors H2277?
H2277 is sponsored by Carlos González (Democrat).
What is the current status of H2277?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track H2277?
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