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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 27, 2025

H 3814: An Act increasing the penalties for passing a stopped school bus

By Representative Whipps of Athol, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3814) of Susannah M. Whipps relative to increasing the penalties for passing stopped school buses. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases penalties for passing school buses, enhancing road safety - a core transportation safety measure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 27, 2026

H 3416: Resolutions urging Congress to pass legislation establishing a national infrastructure bank

By Representative Sena of Acton, a petition (accompanied by resolutions, House, No. 3416) of Danillo A. Sena, Marcus S. Vaughn and James B. Eldridge for the adoption of resolutions urging Congress to pass legislation establishing a national infrastructure bank. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill urges creation of national infrastructure bank to fund transportation infrastructure projects, directly aligning with funding and advancing transportation systems.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 4, 2026

H 3662: An Act to increase opportunity by ending debt-based driving restrictions

By Representative Fluker-Reid of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3662) of Brandy Fluker-Reid and others relative providing notices and taking certain other actions to reduce debt-based driving restrictions. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill eliminates debt-based driving restrictions, enhancing transportation access under vehicle regulations (a transportation policy subset) as explicitly noted in the bill's Transportation classification.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 12, 2026

H 3997: An Act establishing the suburban infrastructure fund to help municipalities pay for improvements and upgrades to town-owned roads, bridges and sidewalks

By Representative Gallagher of Bridgewater, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3997) of Dennis C. Gallagher for legislation to establish the suburban infrastructure fund to help municipalities pay for improvements and upgrades to town-owned roads, bridges and sidewalks. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates fund specifically for municipal road, bridge, and sidewalk infrastructure improvements, directly funding transportation infrastructure upgrades per title and summary.95% confidence

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signed · Massachusetts · House Aug 8, 2025

H 4307: An Act financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges

This bill, H 4307, provides $985 million in state funding for municipal road and bridge improvements across Massachusetts. It allocates $300 million for road construction/reconstruction (based on local mileage), $500 million for bridge/pavement programs (including $200 million for small bridges/culverts and $185 million for congestion/safety projects), and $185 million for transportation capital projects. Municipalities must comply with state procedures, submit project certifications, and can receive reimbursement within 30 days of submitting expenses. The funding is financed through state bonds and directly affects all cities and towns responsible for maintaining local roads, bridges, and public ways.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates $985M for road/bridge improvements including $185M for safety/congestion projects, directly advancing transportation infrastructure funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges

passed both · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 31, 2026

S 2653: An Act updating the Move Over Law

This bill updates Massachusetts' Move Over Law to require drivers to move over for additional vehicle types on roadways. It adds "disabled vehicle" (stationary non-emergency vehicles on shoulders) and "utility vehicle" (used by companies maintaining power/communications) to the list of vehicles drivers must yield to, alongside emergency and recovery vehicles. The law now mandates moving over for these vehicles when they have activated flashing lights or hazard signals. Penalties increase to $100 for a first offense, $250 for a second, and $500 for third or subsequent offenses, with repeat offenders required to complete a driver behavior program. The bill directly affects all drivers operating vehicles on Massachusetts roadways.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExpands Move Over Law to require yielding for disabled/utility vehicles, enhancing road safety standards per transportation infrastructure policies.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 10, 2025

H 3799: An Act relative to new vehicle inspections

By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3799) of Marcus S. Vaughn relative to inspections of new motor vehicles. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates new vehicle inspections to enhance transportation safety standards, directly advancing safety within transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Vehicle Registration

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passed · Massachusetts · House Dec 11, 2025

H 3733: Resolve directing the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to study the feasibility of extending the orange line

By Representative MacGregor of Boston, a petition (accompanied by resolve, House, No. 3733) of William F. MacGregor for an investigation by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to study the feasibility of extending the orange line. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs study to extend Orange Line (public transit), indicating intent to expand transit infrastructure, aligning with support indicators.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 18, 2025

H 3700: An Act promoting price transparency for electric vehicle charging stations

By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3700) of Steven S. Howitt relative to electric vehicle charging stations. Transportation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPromotes price transparency for EV charging stations, advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure and aligning with transportation policy goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Feb 5, 2026

H 4649: An Act establishing a special commission on micro-transit

H 4649 establishes a special commission to study micro-transit services in Massachusetts. The commission will examine different operating models (including those run by regional transit authorities and other entities), assess funding needs and gaps, define micro-transit for state funding eligibility, and estimate annual state funding required to support these services. It will specifically focus on closing mobility gaps, improving connectivity, and addressing transportation inequities in underserved areas and populations. The commission, composed of transit officials, community representatives, and rural stakeholders, must submit a final report to state leaders within three months of the bill's effective date.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes commission to study micro-transit funding, assess gaps, and define eligibility to improve connectivity and address transportation inequities in public transit services.92% confidence

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