HB 3841
Requires Cherriots to collaborate with the Department of Transportation, the Department of Environmental Quality, local community members, economists and business leaders to study the feasibility of establishing a rail streetcar system in the City of Salem.
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Bill overview
This bill requires the Salem Area Mass Transit District (Cherriots) to conduct a feasibility study for establishing a rail streetcar system in Salem. The study will involve collaboration with the Department of Transportation, the Department of Environmental Quality, local community members, economists, and business leaders. Cherriots must submit a report with findings and recommendations to the Legislative Assembly by January 1, 2027.
Key provisions
- Cherriots must collaborate with specified agencies and stakeholders.
- The study will assess the feasibility of a rail streetcar system in Salem.
- Cherriots must submit a report to the Legislative Assembly by January 1, 2027.
- The study report may include recommendations for legislation.
- The study is funded with $250,000 from the General Fund.
- A sunset date for the funding and study requirements is January 2, 2027.
- The bill declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage.
Who is affected
- Salem Area Mass Transit District (Cherriots)
- Department of Transportation
- Department of Environmental Quality
- Residents of Salem
- Economists
Notable changes
- The bill mandates a formal feasibility study rather than simply considering the idea.
- It establishes a specific deadline for the report submission (January 1, 2027).
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