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MA H4615
Establishing rapid transportation and electrification for the Fairmount corridor
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Introduced
03/31/2022
03/31/2022
In Committee
03/31/2022
03/31/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Establishing rapid transportation and electrification for the Fairmount corridor
AI Summary
This bill aims to establish rapid transportation and electrification for the Fairmount corridor in Massachusetts. The key provisions include: 1) Requiring the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) to provide frequent and affordable service on the Fairmount/Indigo Line, including dedicated train-sets, enhanced peak hour headways, and integrated fare options with the subway network; 2) Directing the MBTA to study the feasibility and cost of additional station entrances, elevators, and infill stations along the line; 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, to enable the pursuit of federal funding for this purpose.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (9)
Christine Barber (D),
Michelle Ciccolo (D),
Nick Collins (D),
Nika Elugardo (D),
Brandy Fluker Oakley (D),
Elizabeth Malia (D),
Liz Miranda (D),
Steve Owens (D),
Jon Santiago (D),
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on Transportation (J)
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H4615 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H4615.pdf |
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