MASSACHUSETTS

Massachusetts Statutes, Chapter 272, Section 98A (last amended in 1981);
and Chapter 151C, Section 2, Paragraph e, (1972)

Massachusetts law guarantees a blind person the legal right to be
accompanied by a dog guide in all public accommodations and on all
public conveyances.  No extra charge can be levied because of the dog's
presence.  Muzzling can be required.

A blind person is guaranteed the right under Massachusetts law to be
accompanied by a dog guide in an educational institution. (Chapter 151C,
Par. e)

Public accommodations include hotels, restaurants, stores, places of
amusement, and all places to which the public is invited.  (Chapter 272,
*98A)

Public conveyances include trains, airplanes, buses, taxis, and all
common carriers.  (Chapter 272, *98A)

Violation: A person who interferes with the rights enumerated above is
punishable by a fine not to exceed $300.  (Chapter 272, *98A)