H 3654
An Act relative to restoring commuter rail to Cape Cod
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to establish year-round daily commuter rail service to Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Currently, commuter rail service to the Cape is seasonal, limiting access for residents and visitors. The legislation would require the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to plan and implement this expanded service, potentially connecting Cape Cod communities to the broader regional rail network. Supporters argue this would reduce traffic congestion, boost the local economy, and improve accessibility for Cape Cod residents.
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Primary sponsor
Kip A. Diggs
Cosponsors
Adam J. Scanlon
Amy Mah Sangiolo
Christopher Richard Flanagan
Dennis C. Gallagher
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Bill H.3654 194th (Current)
An Act relative to restoring commuter rail to Cape Cod
By Representatives Diggs of Barnstable and Moakley of Falmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3654) of Kip A. Diggs and Thomas W. Moakley relative to establishing year-round daily commuter rail service to Cape Cod. Transportation.
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Bill Information
Presenters: Kip A. Diggs , Thomas W. Moakley
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.3654
| 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 |
| 12/11/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 3/25/2026 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H5277 |
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