H3813
An Act to update and standardize transit definitions in the Commonwealth
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Bill overview
This bill aims to clarify and standardize definitions related to public transit within the Commonwealth, specifically focusing on the existing MBTA Communities Act. It seeks to improve consistency and understanding of terms used in connection with the Act’s provisions. The goal is to streamline the application and interpretation of the Act’s requirements across Massachusetts.
Key provisions
- Updates definitions related to transit areas under the MBTA Communities Act.
- Standardizes terminology used in discussions about transit-related development.
- Aims to improve clarity for municipalities and the MBTA.
- Supports consistent application of the MBTA Communities Act.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts municipalities
- The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)
- Developers and property owners
- Transit-adjacent communities
Notable changes
- Addresses ambiguities in existing transit definitions.
- Potentially impacts zoning regulations and development projects near transit lines.
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Primary sponsor
Jr. Richard G. Wells
Cosponsor
Jr. Richard G. Wells
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Bill H.3813 194th (Current)
An Act to update and standardize transit definitions in the Commonwealth
By Representative Wells of Milton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3813) of Richard G. Wells, Jr., relative to transit definitions under the MBTA communities act, so-called. Transportation.
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Presenter: Richard G. Wells, Jr.
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.3813
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 8/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in B-2 |
| 2/25/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5132 |
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