Bill > H1424

This bill modifies Chapter 258 by adding a new section that places restrictions on how capital investment authorizations can be used for higher education projects in gateway cities. Specifically, the bill limits funding to projects that meet at least one of three criteria: (1) construction of the project started before July 1, 2021; (2) the project is not located in or adjacent to a gateway municipality (a term defined in Massachusetts law as a mid-sized urban community typically facing economic challenges); or (3) if the project is located within a gateway municipality, it must be within 2,000 feet of the city hall and within 500 feet of public transportation upon project completion. These provisions appear designed to ensure that higher education capital investments are strategically located and beneficial to urban communities, potentially promoting economic development and accessibility of educational facilities in these areas.

Education

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1424