By Bob Katzen

The Transportation Committee held a hearing on legislation that would establish a special commission to study the feasibility of setting time limits for handicapped parking placard use in metered spots. The commission would include legislators, state officials and appointees of the governor, who would be tasked with gathering input from experts and the public. Its purpose is to explore potential benefits, impacts and options such as reduced or standardized fees after time limits expire.

“I filed this legislation to promote fairness and improve accessibility in metered parking spots,” said sponsor Rep. Bruce Ayers (D-Quincy). “Establishing this commission to study the feasibility of time limits for handicapped placard use will help ensure that these spaces remain available throughout the day for as many people as possible who rely on them.”