An Act relative to the MBTA Communities Act
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to exempt communities in Massachusetts that are less than two square miles in size from the provisions of the MBTA Communities Act. The bill was introduced by Representative Jeffrey Rosario Turco and aims to address concerns about the applicability of the act to smaller municipalities. It is currently under consideration by the Municipalities and Regional Government committee.
Key provisions
- Exempts communities under two square miles from the MBTA Communities Act.
- Introduced by Representative Jeffrey Rosario Turco.
- Currently under review by the Municipalities and Regional Government committee.
- Related to existing legislation concerning MBTA community designations.
- Addresses concerns about the application of the MBTA Communities Act to smaller towns.
- Part of a series of bills related to the MBTA Communities Act.
Who is affected
- Small municipalities in Massachusetts
- Regional Government entities
- The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)
Notable changes
- Potentially alters the scope of the MBTA Communities Act.
- Creates an exception for smaller communities.
- Addresses concerns regarding the impact of the act on smaller towns.
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Sponsors
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6 on record
Primary sponsor
Jeffrey Rosario Turco
Cosponsors
Jeffrey Rosario Turco
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