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HD 2075

An Act relative to the compulsory automobile insurance limits

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Jeff Roy

Bill modernizes Massachusetts' 1975 auto insurance liability minimums to current medical/damage costs, requiring higher mandatory coverage that will increase driver premiums statewide.

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Bill Summary · HD 2075

Legislative bill overview

HD 2075 proposes to increase Massachusetts' mandatory automobile insurance liability limits, which currently remain at 1975 levels ($20,000 per person/$40,000 per accident for bodily injury). The bill would modernize these minimums to better reflect current medical costs and vehicle damage expenses, making insurance requirements more substantial for drivers across the state.

Why is this important

Massachusetts has not updated compulsory auto insurance minimums in nearly 50 years, while medical care costs have risen dramatically. Accident victims often receive inadequate compensation under current limits, and insurance companies bear less responsibility for covering actual damages, potentially shifting costs to hospitals, victims, and state programs.

Potential points of contention

  • Insurance cost increases: Requiring higher coverage minimums will likely increase insurance premiums for all Massachusetts drivers, with the greatest impact on lower-income households and those already struggling with auto costs
  • Competitiveness concerns: Higher mandatory minimums could make Massachusetts auto insurance less competitive than neighboring states, potentially driving business elsewhere or encouraging non-compliance
  • Amount of increase unclear: Without specific proposed limits in the bill title, stakeholders cannot assess whether the new minimums are reasonable, excessive, or insufficient for actual modern accident costs

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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