An Act relative to the expansion of the commuter rail and ferry low-income fare program

This bill directs the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to study the feasibility of expanding low-income fare discounts for commuter rail and ferry passengers aged 25 to 65. The study will analyze the program's costs and benefits, including how many riders would qualify, the impact on revenue, and methods for verifying eligibility. It also requires the report to explore ways to better inform MassHealth recipients about existing transit discounts and to consider expanding these benefits to the general public. The final report must be submitted to state legislative committees by July 31, 2023.