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MA H3683

MA H3683
Relative to establishing the science corridor


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Introduced
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

194th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to direct the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to conduct a study of establishing direct bus rapid transit between Kendall Square in Cambridge and the Allston, North Brighton and Longwood Medical areas in Boston. Transportation.

AI Summary

This bill directs the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) to conduct a comprehensive transit service assessment for establishing future direct bus rapid transit (BRT) between Kendall Square in Cambridge and several neighborhoods in Boston, including Allston, North Brighton, and the Longwood Medical Area. The assessment will focus on identifying and preserving transit infrastructure for potential BRT routes, reviewing existing rights of way, analyzing nearby transportation and development projects, defining the potential market for these transit services, and evaluating the economic benefits to the region and the Commonwealth. MassDOT is required to recommend a preferred route and strategies for preserving the necessary transit infrastructure, with a detailed report to be submitted to legislative clerks and committees by July 31, 2022. Bus rapid transit is a high-performance public transportation mode that offers faster, more efficient service than traditional bus routes, often featuring dedicated lanes, priority signaling, and enhanced stations.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Joint Committee on Transportation Hearing (13:00:00 9/16/2025 B-2) (on 09/16/2025)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3683
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3683.pdf
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