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Bill > S2375
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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish free rides to elections in Massachusetts (FARE). Transportation.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) and regional transit authorities (RTAs) to provide free public transportation on the days of biennial state primary and general elections. Specifically, on election days, passengers would be able to ride rapid transit, buses, and trolleybuses along fixed routes at no cost. This provision aims to remove financial barriers that might prevent citizens from accessing polling locations, potentially increasing voter participation by making transportation to voting sites more accessible. The bill overrides any existing laws that might previously have required payment for public transit, ensuring that these free rides are mandated statewide on election days.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2783 (on 12/04/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2375 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2375.pdf |
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