An Act relative to roadways and road markings

HD 1138 requires public utilities (like gas or water companies) and private construction contractors to repair road damage within 30 days after digging, including patching road surfaces and restoring road markings like crosswalks and bike lanes. If they miss this deadline, local public works officials can issue notices and impose penalties: $100 for the first month of delay after the initial 30 days, plus $100 per week for each additional week until repairs are completed. The law directly affects entities that dig in public roads, aiming to reduce long-term road damage and improve safety from faded markings. It applies to all roadways in Massachusetts under the General Laws, with enforcement handled by local town or city public works commissioners.