Bill > H3667

This bill modifies an existing section of Massachusetts law (Chapter 6C, Section 3) by adding a new requirement that any future commuter rail expansion projects must receive prior approval from the governing bodies (such as city councils or town boards) of the communities through which the proposed rail expansion would pass. This provision aims to give local governments more control and input over transportation infrastructure projects that would directly impact their communities, ensuring that municipal leaders have a say in significant transportation planning decisions that could affect local land use, transportation patterns, and community development.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3667