An Act expanding access to commuter transit benefits offered by employers

This bill requires Massachusetts employers with 50 or more employees to offer all eligible workers the chance to use pre-tax funds for commuting via transit or carpooling. It defines specific terms for employees and employers while excluding the federal government from these requirements. Employers who fail to provide this option face fines of $100 for a first offense and $250 for each subsequent month of non-compliance. The legislation also mandates a public awareness campaign to inform workers about these benefits and establishes a confidential reporting system for violations.