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H 3289

An Act relative to the enhanced disposition of surplus motor vehicles owned by the commonwealth or authorities established by the state

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Bruce Ayers

Massachusetts streamlines surplus state vehicle disposal procedures for agencies and state authorities to improve asset liquidation and resource allocation efficiency.

Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in A-1 and virtual
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Bill Summary · H 3289

Legislative bill overview

H 3289 modifies procedures for how Massachusetts state government and state-established authorities dispose of surplus motor vehicles. The bill aims to streamline the sale or transfer of vehicles no longer needed by state agencies, potentially expanding available methods or recipients for surplus vehicle distribution.

Why is this important

State vehicle disposal practices affect how efficiently public assets are converted to revenue or repurposed, which impacts state budgets and reduces waste. Better disposition procedures can maximize financial recovery from surplus equipment or redirect vehicles to organizations that need them, improving overall resource management.

Potential points of contention

  • Auction vs. direct sale authority: Whether agencies should have flexibility to use different disposal methods (auction, private sale, donation) or face rigid requirements
  • Revenue prioritization: Whether maximizing state revenue from sales should take precedence over donating vehicles to nonprofits or municipalities
  • Authority oversight: How much discretion state-established authorities (quasi-public agencies) should have versus direct state agency control, and whether different rules apply to each

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

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