This bill (HD 1229) requires school districts to consider all criteria outlined in a request for bids when awarding contracts for school transportation services that include electric vehicles. It directly affects school districts and their procurement officers who manage transportation contracts. The key provision amends procurement rules to ensure electric vehicle contracts are evaluated based on all specified bid criteria - not just cost - when selecting vendors. This change aims to support the adoption of electric school buses by creating a fairer evaluation process.
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2185) of Michael O. Moore, Michael D. Brady, James K. Hawkins, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. and other members of the General Court for legislation to responsibly reducing emissions in the transportation sector. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
This bill requires Massachusetts state agencies to transition their medium- and heavy-duty truck fleets to zero-emission vehicles (specifically battery electric models). Starting July 1, 2025, all new purchases or leases for such vehicles must be zero-emission, with the entire fleet fully converted by June 30, 2035. Exceptions are allowed if battery electric trucks don’t meet operational needs or charging infrastructure can’t support them, but agencies must explain each exception annually. The bill also mandates yearly reports detailing fleet composition, vehicle specifications, and justification for non-zero-emission purchases.
HD 4500 is a procedural bill requiring the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (DOT) to submit its "Zero-Emission School Bus Transition Report" to the legislature. This report details the state's progress on transitioning school bus fleets to zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs), including current fleet composition, projected adoption timelines, and associated capital costs. The bill itself does not create new policies or funding but mandates the DOT to provide this specific report as required under Section 87 of Chapter 179 of the Acts of 2022. It directly affects the DOT, which must fulfill this reporting obligation to the legislature.
By Representative Cusack of Braintree, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3066) of Mark J. Cusack for legislation to further regulate the taxation of certain common carriers. Revenue.
By Mr. Barrett, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1925) of Michael J. Barrett foe legislation to impose an in-state mileage-based road usage charge on the use of clean energy vehicles. Revenue.
By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3369) of Meghan K. Kilcoyne relative to bids for school transportation contracts that include electric vehicles. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2185) of Michael O. Moore, Michael D. Brady, James K. Hawkins, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. and other members of the General Court for legislation to responsibly reducing emissions in the transportation sector. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2433) of Jacob R. Oliveira for legislation to electrify Regional Transit Authorities. Transportation.
By Representative LeBoeuf of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3723) of David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf and Jacob R. Oliveira for legislation to require that new electric vehicles purchased by regional transit authorities be electric vehicles. Transportation.
