An Act relative to third party delivery fees for transportation infrastructure
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to establish a system for collecting and distributing fees from third-party delivery services operating in Massachusetts. The revenue generated would be dedicated to improving and maintaining the state’s transportation infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and public transportation. The bill seeks to ensure that delivery companies contribute to the upkeep of the transportation systems they utilize. It is intended to provide a dedicated funding source for transportation projects.
Key provisions
- Requires third-party delivery services to pay a fee per delivery.
- Specifies how the collected fees will be allocated to transportation infrastructure projects.
- Establishes a process for determining the amount of the delivery fee.
- Directs the Department of Transportation to oversee the collection and distribution of fees.
- Defines ‘third-party delivery services’ for the purpose of the bill.
- Requires reporting on the use of the collected funds.
Who is affected
- Third-party delivery services (e.g., Uber Eats, DoorDash)
- Massachusetts residents who utilize delivery services
- The Massachusetts Department of Transportation
- Transportation infrastructure projects in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Introduces a new mechanism for funding transportation infrastructure through fees from delivery services.
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
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