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MA H3624
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
John Barrett
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AI Summary
- Prohibits locomotive train engines from idling longer than 30 minutes
- Requires the Department of Environmental Protection to investigate all reported cases of train idling exceeding 30 minutes
- Mandates emission testing during investigations for carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, and sulfur dioxide levels
- Sets emission limits based on MBTA train standards as determined by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
- Establishes a minimum fine of $5,000 per violation when emission levels are exceeded
Legislative Description
Establishing time limits for idling trains
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5133
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Transportation2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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