S 2442
Resolve directing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to study the feasibility of extending the orange line
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) to conduct a study on the feasibility of extending the Orange Line subway system. The study will examine various aspects of an extension, including potential routes, costs, and impacts. The goal is to assess whether an extension is a viable and beneficial project for the state.
Key provisions
- Directs MassDOT to conduct a feasibility study.
- The study must consider potential routes for an Orange Line extension.
- The study should analyze the estimated costs associated with an extension.
- The study must evaluate the potential impacts of an extension on ridership and communities.
- The study should examine potential funding sources.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Commuters using the Orange Line
- The Massachusetts Department of Transportation
- Local communities along potential Orange Line routes
Notable changes
- This bill initiates a study to explore a significant expansion of the Orange Line subway system.
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Primary sponsor
Michael F. Rush
Cosponsor
Michael F. Rush
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Resolve S.2442 194th (Current)
Resolve directing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to study the feasibility of extending the orange line
By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 2442) of Michael F. Rush that provisions be made to direct the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to study the feasibility of extending the orange line. Transportation.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Michael F. Rush Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Resolve S.2442
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 8/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in B-2 |
| 12/15/2025 | Senate | Resolve reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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