Transportation (Roads & Highways)

signed · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 7, 2026

S 2968: An Act authorizing the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting by and through its Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, to grant permanent easements over certain land in the town of Milton for highway purposes

Senate, February 26, 2026 -- The committee on Senate Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill authorizing the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting by and through its Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, to grant permanent easements over certain land in the town of Milton for highway purposes (Senate, No. 2657),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2968).

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes easements for highway infrastructure in Milton, directly enabling road development and maintenance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Vehicle Registration

passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 23, 2026

H 4987: An Act financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges

H 4987 allocates over $2.1 billion in state funds for municipal road and bridge improvements across Massachusetts. It directly affects all cities and towns by providing grants for road construction/reconstruction ($1.2 billion), bridge and pavement repairs ($500 million), housing-related transportation projects ($200 million), and parkway safety upgrades ($200 million), with additional rail funding ($200 million). Key mechanisms include requiring municipalities to follow state procedures, certify project completion, and use funds for climate-resilient infrastructure, bicycle/pedestrian paths, and safety improvements. The bill mandates reimbursement to towns within 30 days of submitting documentation, with funds allocated based on local road mileage and prioritized for long-term capital planning.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $2.1B in state funds for municipal infrastructure, directly increasing budget spending on essential public works projects.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates $2.1B for road/bridge repairs, safety upgrades, and rail infrastructure - directly funds transportation improvements across multiple categories.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 5589: An Act financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges

This bill allocates $2.1 billion in state funds to improve Massachusetts' municipal roads, bridges, and transportation infrastructure. It directly affects cities and towns by providing reimbursement for road construction/reconstruction (up to $400 million based on local mileage), bridge/pavement repairs, and climate-resilient projects. Key mechanisms include requiring municipalities to certify completed work before reimbursement, prioritizing long-term capital plans, and linking transportation funding to housing development projects. The bill also includes $200 million for rail modernization and $200 million for parkway safety and resilience upgrades.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates $2.1B for municipal road/bridge improvements and infrastructure, directly funding transportation projects per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Dec 11, 2025

HD 5403: An Act relative to restrictions on highway breakdown lane travel

By Representative Haggerty of Woburn, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Richard M. Haggerty relative to restrictions on highway breakdown lane travel. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRestricts breakdown lane misuse for highway safety, enhancing transportation infrastructure management90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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signed · Massachusetts · House Feb 4, 2026

H 4663: An Act authorizing the Town of Milford Select Board to appoint a highway surveyor

By Representative Murray of Milford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4663) of Brian W. Murray (by vote of the town) that the select board of the town of Milford be authorized to appoint a highway surveyor in said town. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes appointment of highway surveyor for road infrastructure maintenance, directly supporting transportation infrastructure management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

signed · Massachusetts · House Mar 11, 2026

H 4643: An Act authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Stoneham

This bill (H 4643) authorizes the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to transfer a specific 12,500-square-foot parcel of land in Stoneham - taken for highway use in 1958 - to Wakefield Investments, Inc. The land, currently landlocked, will be used to reconstruct an off-ramp from I-93 northbound to Montvale Avenue and Maple Street. Key provisions require an independent appraisal to determine fair market value, mandate the buyer cover all conveyance costs (including appraisals and deed preparation), and require the Inspector General to review the appraisal before final transfer. The transfer occurs "as is" with no warranties.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes land transfer for I-93 off-ramp reconstruction, directly improving highway infrastructure and enabling transportation project completion.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 26, 2026

S 2657: An Act authorizing the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting by and through its Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, to grant permanent easements over certain land in the town of Milton for highway purposes

By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2657) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. for legislation to authorize the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, acting by and through its Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, to grant permanent easements over certain land in the town of Milton for highway purposes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes highway easements in Milton, enabling road infrastructure development and facilitating transportation infrastructure projects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 22, 2025

H 3312: An Act authorizing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Stoneham

By Representative Day of Stoneham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3312) of Michael S. Day and Jason M. Lewis that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Stoneham for the purposes of reconstructing an off-ramp from Interstate Route 93 northbound. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes reconstruction of I-93 off-ramp, directly improving highway infrastructure and transportation flow in Stoneham.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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signed · Massachusetts · House Nov 26, 2025

H 4362: An Act authorizing the town of Westford to release agricultural preservation restrictions over land owned by Westford Gateway, LLC

This bill allows the Town of Westford to release specific agricultural preservation restrictions on three parcels of land (20-E-1, 20-GR-PUE-2, and 20-PUE-14) owned by Westford Gateway, LLC. The land is needed by MassDOT for the Boston Road rehabilitation project. To compensate, MassDOT must provide Westford with funding equal to at least 110% of the land's fair market value, deposited into the town's Community Preservation Fund for acquiring replacement conservation or agricultural land within three years. The replacement land must match the original in location, natural resource value, acreage, and monetary value. The release applies only to these parcels, leaving other agricultural restrictions intact.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill requires MassDOT to fund replacement conservation land via Community Preservation Fund, maintaining agricultural/environmental conservation despite releasing restrictions on specific parcels.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enables MassDOT's Boston Road rehabilitation project by releasing land restrictions, directly advancing road infrastructure improvements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Roads & Highways

passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 18, 2025

H 3675: An Act relative to the move over law

By Representative Gordon of Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3675) of Kenneth I. Gordon for legislation to further regulate lane changes when approaching a stationary emergency response vehicle, highway maintenance vehicle or recovery vehicle. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill regulates lane changes near emergency vehicles to enhance road safety, directly strengthening transportation safety standards per bill summary and subject.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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