Bill > H3020

This bill establishes a special commission to investigate the potential impacts of shifting the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), often referred to as the "T," from its current flat fee system to a "pay per stop" structure, which would mean users pay based on the number of stops they travel. This commission will be comprised of various legislative leaders, including the chairs of the joint committee on transportation who will co-chair the commission, designees from the secretaries of transportation and public safety, leadership from both the House and Senate, a representative from the MBTA appointed by the governor, and a public member from Boston chosen by the governor from a list provided by the attorney general. The commission's duties include analyzing potential revenue changes resulting from this fee restructuring and holding at least two public hearings in the Greater Boston area. Finally, the commission is required to submit its findings and any proposed legislation to relevant legislative committees and clerks by June 1, 2016.