Amendment H.5622

This bill updates Massachusetts law to officially refer to the state's transportation agency as the "Massachusetts Department of Transportation" rather than the "executive office of transportation and public works." It also adds a new definition for "utility vehicles," which are emergency vehicles used by utility companies to repair communications, electricity, or gas services. The legislation increases fines for distracted driving, introduces mandatory behavior programs for repeat offenders, and exempts first and second offenses from insurance surcharges. Additionally, it requires the state to launch an annual public awareness campaign focusing on distracted driving and bicycle safety.