Bill > S2375

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.