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MA S2707

MA S2707
Establishing rapid transportation and electrification for the Fairmount corridor


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Introduced
02/22/2022
In Committee
02/22/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish rapid transportation and electrification for the Fairmount corridor, reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2707).

AI Summary

This bill aims to establish rapid transportation and electrification for the Fairmount corridor. The key provisions include: 1) requiring the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) to provide frequent and affordable service on the Fairmount/Indigo Commuter Rail Line, including dedicated train sets, enhanced peak hour headways, fare parity with the subway, and high-level ADA-compliant platforms; 2) directing the MBTA to study the feasibility and cost of additional station entrances, elevators, and infill stations; and 3) requiring the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to complete designs for the electrification of the Fairmount Commuter Rail Line between South Station and Readville by July 1, 2024, in order to apply for federal funding.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Other Sponsors (1)

Joint Committee on Transportation (Joint)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 02/22/2022)

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