S2593
An Act to provide reduced or free fare on public transportation for students at public institutions of higher education
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Bill overview
This bill proposes a pilot program to offer reduced or free public transportation fares to students attending public colleges and universities in Massachusetts. The program would initially focus on the South Coast Rail line, aiming to improve access to higher education for students. It seeks to alleviate transportation costs, potentially increasing student participation in higher education.
Key provisions
- Establishes a pilot program for reduced or free public transportation fares.
- Initially focuses on the South Coast Rail line.
- Targets students attending public institutions of higher education.
- Aims to improve access to higher education for students.
- Requires the program to be evaluated for effectiveness.
Who is affected
- Students
- Public colleges and universities
- Massachusetts residents
- Public transportation agencies (specifically South Coast Rail)
Notable changes
- This bill introduces a new pilot program, distinct from previous legislation expanding reduced fares to veterans.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Higher Education
Cosponsor
Mark C. Montigny
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Bill S.2593 194th (Current)
An Act to provide reduced or free fare on public transportation for students at public institutions of higher education
Senate, September 2, 2025 -- The committee on Higher Education to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 942) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to establish a reduce fare pilot program for students aboard South Coast Rail, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2593).
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Higher Education Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2593
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 9/8/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Higher Education |
| 9/8/2025 | Senate | New draft of S942 |
| 9/8/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 10/23/2025 | Senate | Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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