H 3646
An Act establishing the quarterly allocation of Chapter 90 funds for cities and towns
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Bill overview
This bill aims to change how cities and towns receive Chapter 90 funds in Massachusetts. Currently, these funds are allocated annually. This legislation proposes a quarterly distribution of Chapter 90 funds, allowing municipalities to receive and utilize the money more frequently throughout the year. The goal is to provide more timely support for local infrastructure and development projects.
Key provisions
- Establishes a quarterly allocation schedule for Chapter 90 funds.
- Allows cities and towns to access funds on a more regular basis.
- The bill was referred to the committee on Transportation.
- A hearing was scheduled for October 14, 2025.
- The hearing was rescheduled to October 14, 2025, with a virtual option.
- Accompanied a study order, see H5134
Who is affected
- Cities and towns in Massachusetts
- Municipalities
- Local governments
Notable changes
- Shifts from an annual to a quarterly allocation of Chapter 90 funds.
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Bill H.3646 194th (Current)
An Act establishing the quarterly allocation of Chapter 90 funds for cities and towns
By Representative Davis of Great Barrington and Senator Mark, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3646) of Leigh Davis for legislation to establish the quarterly allocation of Chapter 90 funds for cities and towns. Transportation.
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Presenters: Leigh Davis , Paul W. Mark
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.3646
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Transportation |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1 |
| 9/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing location changed |
| 3/9/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5134 |
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