S 1423
An Act to generate revenue to expand transit options
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Bill overview
This bill aims to generate revenue to support the expansion of public transit options in Massachusetts. It seeks to increase funding for improvements and potentially new transit services across the state. The bill is currently being reviewed by the Municipalities and Regional Government committee. It is part of a series of similar proposals focused on transit development.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the generation of revenue for transit expansion.
- Specifically targets funding for transit options.
- Currently under review by the Municipalities and Regional Government committee.
- Related to previous bills with similar goals (S.1278, S.2324, S.2083).
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Transit users
- Municipalities
- Regional government entities
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Primary sponsor
Michael J. Barrett
Cosponsor
Michael J. Barrett
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Bill S.1423 194th (Current)
An Act to generate revenue to expand transit options
By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1423) of Michael J. Barrett for legislation to generate revenue to expand transit options. Municipalities and Regional Government.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael J. Barrett
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1423
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Municipalities and Regional Government |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/17/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1 |
| 10/27/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2669 |
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