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HD 1571 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act fostering intercity Passenger Rail Fund

HD 1571 establishes a dedicated InterCity Regional Passenger Rail Fund to finance passenger rail expansion and improvements across Massachusetts, starting with the Route 2 Corridor. It directs 25% of gross gaming revenue from Region D (specifically Ashburnham, Fitchburg, Leominster, Lunenburg, and Westminster) to this fund. The fund will cover rail-related costs like contracts, services, and bond debt for rail projects, subject to annual appropriations. Region D is newly defined in the bill as those specific cities and towns in the Worcester area.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDirects 25% of existing gaming revenue to fund rail projects, advancing budget allocation for infrastructure without tax changes.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates dedicated fund to finance passenger rail expansion and improvements, directly funding public transit infrastructure via gaming revenue allocation.95% confidence
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