I go this information off of another board. Please contact your local MA rep.
"Massachusetts Introduces Legislation to Ban the Sale/Installation of Aftermarket Exhaust Systems.
A bill (HB3593) has been passed in the Massachusetts Legislature's Joint Committee on Public Safety that would prohibit the sale or installation of "an exhaust system which has been modified in a manner which will amplify or increase the noise emitted by the exhaust." This bill could soon be voted on by the full House of Representatives.
We urge you to contact your State Legislators immediatley to oppose this bill.
HB3593 ignores the fact that aftermarket exhaust systems are designed to make vehicles run more efficiently without increasing emissions.
HB3593 does not supply law enforcement with a clear standard to enforce, allowing them to make subjective judgements on whether or not a modified exhaust system is in violation.
HB3593 fails to recognize that aftermarket exhaust systems offer increase performance, which can make a vehicle safer by improving its ability to merge, pass, travel uphill, etc.
HB3593 would make it difficult for hobbyists to replace factory exhaust systems with more durable and better-looking stainless steel ones.
Contact your state legislators to oppose this legislation. This bill tramples on the rights of vehicle enthusiasts in Massachusetts. If you need assistance in determining who your legislators are please contact the Massachusetts General Court at (617) 722-1276."
"Massachusetts Introduces Legislation to Ban the Sale/Installation of Aftermarket Exhaust Systems.
A bill (HB3593) has been passed in the Massachusetts Legislature's Joint Committee on Public Safety that would prohibit the sale or installation of "an exhaust system which has been modified in a manner which will amplify or increase the noise emitted by the exhaust." This bill could soon be voted on by the full House of Representatives.
We urge you to contact your State Legislators immediatley to oppose this bill.
HB3593 ignores the fact that aftermarket exhaust systems are designed to make vehicles run more efficiently without increasing emissions.
HB3593 does not supply law enforcement with a clear standard to enforce, allowing them to make subjective judgements on whether or not a modified exhaust system is in violation.
HB3593 fails to recognize that aftermarket exhaust systems offer increase performance, which can make a vehicle safer by improving its ability to merge, pass, travel uphill, etc.
HB3593 would make it difficult for hobbyists to replace factory exhaust systems with more durable and better-looking stainless steel ones.
Contact your state legislators to oppose this legislation. This bill tramples on the rights of vehicle enthusiasts in Massachusetts. If you need assistance in determining who your legislators are please contact the Massachusetts General Court at (617) 722-1276."
