Bill > H3366

This bill aims to require regional transit authorities (RTAs) in Massachusetts to transition their vehicle fleets to electric vehicles (EVs). The key provisions include: 1. Defining "electric vehicles" as vehicles that rely solely on electric motors for propulsion, including non-combustion vehicles. 2. Mandating that RTAs operate electric vehicles, with a priority for routes serving environmental justice populations. RTAs must conduct community outreach and engagement, and implement full electrification by December 31, 2035, with specific procurement targets for electric vehicles (40% by 2025, 60% by 2028, 80% by 2032, and 90% by 2034). 3. Establishing a central planning and procurement office within the Department of Transportation to provide technical, planning, grant writing, procurement, and worker retraining support for the electric vehicle bus rollout. The office will create a rollout plan for each RTA by June 30, 2025, and ensure any displaced workers are provided with free retraining and hiring assistance, and that the infrastructure-related jobs pay prevailing wages and remain neutral to unionization efforts. 4. The Department of Transportation, in consultation with the Secretary, will identify funding sources and pursue federal funding opportunities to support the implementation of the electric vehicle bus rollout plans.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3366