An Act relative to exemptions from MBTA community designations
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to create exemptions from the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s (MBTA) community designation program for certain municipalities. Currently, municipalities that are not served by the MBTA are required to contribute to the agency’s operating budget. This bill seeks to modify this requirement, potentially allowing some communities to avoid these contributions. The bill is currently under review by the Municipalities and Regional Government committee.
Key provisions
- Establishes exemptions from MBTA community designations.
- Specifically addresses contributions from municipalities not served by the MBTA.
- Allows for a review of the current community designation program.
- The bill is currently under consideration by the Massachusetts legislature.
Who is affected
- Municipalities in Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)
- Taxpayers in affected municipalities
Notable changes
- Potentially alters the funding model for the MBTA by removing contributions from non-served municipalities.
- Could lead to a shift in the financial burden of supporting the MBTA.
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Sponsors
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9 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Joseph D. McKenna
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