An Act to establish fast, frequent, and reliable passenger rail service between Pittsfield and Boston via Springfield

This bill directs the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to operate passenger rail service between Pittsfield and Boston via Springfield at least five times daily using the existing CSX rail line. The department is authorized to use the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority or outside contractors and can draw from $50 million in previously allocated capital funds to support this service. Additionally, the bill requires the department to seek state and federal funding, submit a report on potential funding sources within six months, and conduct an economic impact analysis to assess how expanded rail service would affect housing, traffic, and job opportunities in the region.