An Act relative to regional transportation ballot initiatives
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes putting a regional transportation ballot initiative before Massachusetts voters. The initiative would seek funding for improvements to the state’s transportation infrastructure, including public transit, roads, and bridges. It aims to provide a dedicated and potentially permanent source of funding for these crucial projects through a voter-approved mechanism. The bill is currently being reviewed by the Senate Committee on Revenue.
Key provisions
- Authorizes a regional transportation ballot initiative.
- Would seek voter approval for dedicated funding for transportation projects.
- Focuses on improvements to public transit, roads, and bridges.
- Requires a detailed plan for transportation investments.
- Establishes a process for presenting the initiative to voters.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Commuters
- Transportation agencies
- State government
- Regional transportation authorities
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Sponsors
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5 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Michael J. Barrett
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