An Act relative to bicycle safety
HD 1148 amends Massachusetts traffic law to explicitly include bicycles and skateboards under the definition of "vehicle" in Chapter 90. It also clarifies that using headphones on public roadways or sidewalks is subject to the same rules as other vehicles. This change directly affects cyclists, skateboarders, and pedestrians using these modes of transportation in public spaces. The bill updates existing definitions without creating new restrictions or requirements.
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