An Act promoting fare equity

This bill (SD 605) reclassifies all Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) commuter rail stations located within Boston as Zone 1A. It directly affects Boston commuters who use the MBTA commuter rail system, simplifying their fare structure by placing all city stations in a single zone. The key provision requires the MBTA to implement this zone designation to promote fare equity for Boston residents. The change aims to reduce fare complexity for those traveling within the city limits, without altering overall fare rates.