An Act relative to exemptions from MBTA community designations
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to create exemptions for certain municipalities and areas from the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority’s (MBTA) community designations. Currently, the MBTA designates communities as ‘community access’ or ‘community served,’ which impacts the MBTA’s service obligations and funding. This bill seeks to allow local governments to determine whether they qualify for these exemptions based on specific criteria.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for municipalities to apply for exemptions from MBTA community designations.
- Defines criteria for municipalities to qualify for an exemption.
- Specifies that exemptions will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
- Addresses potential impacts on MBTA service levels in exempted areas.
- Requires the MBTA to review and approve or deny exemption requests.
- Allows municipalities to petition for exemptions related to transportation needs.
- Creates a study order to examine the impact of community designations.
- Provides for a hearing process to gather input on exemption requests.
Who is affected
- Municipalities in Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)
- Residents of communities potentially affected by MBTA service changes
- Regional Government entities
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Joseph D. McKenna
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