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Bill > S2217
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
03/07/2024
03/07/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to public transit electrification. Transportation.
AI Summary
This bill aims to electrify the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) commuter rail system by December 31, 2035. It sets interim deadlines for electrifying specific commuter rail lines in phases, with environmental justice communities as the first priority. The bill also requires the MBTA to implement service frequency standards, such as 7.5-minute intervals on certain lines by 2029 and 5-minute intervals on major lines by 2035, to ensure the electric commuter rail system meets the goals of a regional rail system. The bill authorizes the MBTA and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to apply for federal funding to support the zero-emission infrastructure and electric commuter rail operations.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (21)
Brendan Crighton (D)*,
John Cronin (D),
Manny Cruz (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Jim Hawkins (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Pat Jehlen (D),
John Keenan (D),
Ed Kennedy (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Joan Lovely (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Steve Owens (D),
Marc Pacheco (D),
Pavel Payano (D),
Ted Philips (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Tom Stanley (D),
Bruce Tarr (R),
Walter Timilty (D),
Last Action
No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)
Taxonomy
Environment
- ‐ Air Pollution, Global Warming, and Noise Pollution
Transportation
- ‐ Mass Transportation and Safety
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2217 | 03/11/2023 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2217.pdf | 03/11/2023 |
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