Bill > H3646

This bill establishes a new quarterly allocation method for Chapter 90 funds, which are transportation infrastructure funds provided by the state to cities and towns. Specifically, beginning June 1st of each year, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation will distribute funds to municipalities on a quarterly basis for road and bridge construction, maintenance, and repair projects. Each quarterly disbursement will be limited to one-fourth of the total annual allocation for that specific city or town. The bill requires the Department of Transportation to create or modify regulations to implement this new funding approach. Chapter 90 funds are traditionally used to support local transportation infrastructure improvements, and this legislation aims to provide more predictable and consistent funding to municipalities throughout the fiscal year, allowing cities and towns to plan and execute road and bridge projects more effectively.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3646