Transportation

passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 31, 2026

H 5504: An Act authorizing the town of Hingham to grant to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts certain parcels of land in the town of Hingham for highway purposes

By Representative Meschino of Hull and Senator O'Connor, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Joan Meschino (by vote of the town) that the town of Hingham be authorized to grant certain parcels of land in said town to the Commonwealth for highway purposes. Transportation. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes land grants for highway purposes, directly advancing road infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Jul 29, 2026

H 5541: An Act authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to take easements over certain land located in the city of Woburn and the town of Burlington held in trust by the city of Boston for the Mary P. C. Cummings Testamentary Trust for highway purposes

This bill authorizes the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to acquire specific land parcels in Woburn and Burlington that are currently held in trust by the City of Boston for highway improvements. The acquisition includes temporary construction areas and permanent easements needed for an intersection improvement project at Cambridge Road and Bedford Road. To comply with state constitutional requirements regarding land conservation, the bill incorporates land previously set aside by the Town of Burlington as mitigation for a nearby storage facility development. The Department of Transportation will be responsible for covering all costs related to engineering, surveys, and legal fees required to complete the land transfer.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes DOT to acquire land for highway improvements and intersection safety projects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 6208: An Act authorizing the town of Hingham to grant to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts certain parcels of land in the town of Hingham for highway purposes

This bill authorizes the town of Hingham to transfer specific land parcels currently managed by its select board to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation for use as a highway. In exchange for this land, the town will receive an approximately 8-acre portion of another property to be managed by its conservation commission, along with cash compensation equal to at least 110 percent of the transferred land's fair market value. The funding from the compensation must be placed in a dedicated fund for land conservation within the town, while the state department agrees to cover all costs related to the legal and engineering work needed to complete the land transfers.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes land transfer to DOT for highway purposes, directly advancing transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 22, 2026

S 3077: An Act to enhance the safe use of micromobility devices

This bill updates Massachusetts vehicle laws to create a clearer legal framework for various small transportation tools like e-bikes, scooters, and wheelchairs. It achieves this by adding specific definitions for new categories such as "Class 3 e-bikes," "micromobility devices," and "powered micromobility devices" to existing state statutes. The legislation also clarifies rules for motorized bicycles, requiring annual registration and prohibiting their use in bike lanes, while establishing a speed-based classification system for future regulations. By refining these terms and operational rules, the bill aims to help law enforcement and the public better distinguish between different types of devices used on roads and sidewalks.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill clarifies legal frameworks for micromobility, enhancing safety and expanding transportation options.90% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House Apr 9, 2026

HD 5789: A communication from the Office of the Comptroller (see Section 35T of Chapter 10 of the General Laws) submitting the certification of MBTA Base Sales Tax Revenues for fiscal year 2027

This bill is a procedural document that formally certifies the projected base sales tax revenue for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) for fiscal year 2027. The Office of the Comptroller calculated this amount by comparing the 2025 inflation rate to the growth in gross sales tax revenue, ultimately setting a 3% increase over the previous year's figure. The certification confirms that the MBTA's base revenue for the upcoming fiscal year will be approximately $1.27 billion. This document serves as an official record for state budget planning and does not introduce new laws or policy changes.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill certifies MBTA base sales tax revenue, ensuring funding for public transit operations and infrastructure.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 22, 2026

S 3089: An Act designating the Hyannis Transportation Center in the town of Hyannis as the Thomas S. Cahir Cape Cod Transportation Center

By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3089) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan A. Fernandes and Julian Cyr for legislation to designate the Hyannis Transportation Center in the town of Hyannis as the Thomas S. Cahir Cape Cod Transportation Center. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill designates a transportation center, enhancing recognition and potentially supporting infrastructure and public transit operations.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 29, 2026

H 5400: An Act authorizing the city of Boston Department of Parks and Recreation to grant permanent easements over certain land in the city of Woburn and town of Burlington for highway purposes

By Representatives Haggerty of Woburn and Gordon of Bedford, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Richard M. Haggerty, Kenneth I. Gordon and Michelle L. Ciccolo that the city of Boston be authorized to grant permanent easements over certain land in the city of Woburn and town of Burlington to the Commonwealth for highway purposes. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes granting permanent easements for highway purposes, directly advancing road infrastructure and transportation connectivity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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introduced · Massachusetts · House May 28, 2026

HD 6094: A communication from the Office of the Comptroller (see item 1595-6368 of Section 2E of Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2025) submitting an updated Massachusetts Transportation Trust Fund (MTTF) transfer schedule for fiscal year 2026

This document is a formal communication from the Office of the Comptroller submitting an updated schedule for transferring funds to the Massachusetts Transportation Trust Fund for fiscal year 2026. It directly affects the Commonwealth Transportation Fund and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation by detailing specific monthly operating subsidy amounts. The schedule lists exact dollar figures for transfers from July 2025 through June 2026, totaling an appropriation of approximately $559 million. This submission fulfills a requirement established in the 2025 state budget laws and serves as an informational update for the relevant legislative committees.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates specific funding to the Massachusetts Transportation Trust Fund, advancing fiscal management and public service funding.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates funds to the Massachusetts Transportation Trust Fund, directly supporting transportation infrastructure and operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Audits & Accountability State Budget

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introduced · Massachusetts · House May 26, 2026

HD 6066: A communication from the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (see Section 105 of Chapter 9 of the Acts of 2025) submitting the Crumbling Concrete Stakeholder Working Group final report

This bill formally places on file a report submitted by the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities regarding the Crumbling Concrete Stakeholder Working Group. The document outlines final recommendations designed to address the issues identified in the Massachusetts crumbling concrete commission report, which focuses on the safety and cost implications of deteriorating concrete infrastructure. By submitting this report, the bill ensures that the working group's findings on repair strategies and cost estimates, such as the noted increase of $600 to $900 per cubic yard for certain projects, are officially recorded for future legislative consideration. The measure does not enact new laws but rather serves as a procedural step to archive the study's conclusions for potential future action.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill submits a report addressing crumbling concrete infrastructure, aiming to improve road safety and manage repair costs, which directly supports transportation infrastructure.85% confidence

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passed both · Massachusetts · House Jul 1, 2026

H 5501: An Act making appropriations for the fiscal year 2027 for the maintenance of the departments, boards, commissions, institutions, and certain activities of the commonwealth, for interest, sinking fund, and serial bond requirements, and for certain permanent improvements

This bill allocates state funding for fiscal year 2027 to cover the operations of Massachusetts departments, boards, and institutions, as well as interest on state debt and specific infrastructure projects. It requires all state agencies receiving these funds to actively promote equal opportunity in hiring, compensation, and public relations for minority groups, women, and people with disabilities. The legislation also establishes a detailed revenue plan that projects income from sources like corporate taxes, sales, and alcohol excises to ensure the budget is fully funded. Additionally, it mandates that the comptroller provide quarterly reports comparing actual tax collections against the projected amounts listed in the bill.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates state funding for FY2027 operations and infrastructure, directly advancing the budget topic.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates state agencies promote equal opportunity in hiring and compensation for protected groups, advancing labor equity.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates state funding for FY2027 to cover operations and specific infrastructure projects, including transportation maintenance.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Debt & Bonds State Budget

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