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Massachusetts Phone Use While Driving Laws (2026)

Restricted: Massachusetts bans handheld use for all drivers — hands-free only.

RestrictedVerified Jun 18, 2026

Massachusetts bans handheld use for all drivers — hands-free only. The ban took effect February 23, 2020. MGL c.90 13B provides that no operator shall hold a mobile electronic device.

Official source: malegislature.gov →

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