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MA H53

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Unknown

Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Authorizes $1.5 billion in state borrowing over five years for the Chapter 90 municipal roads program, increasing annual funding to $300 million (50% above the previous $200 million baseline)
  • Allocates $500 million of the Chapter 90 funds to be distributed to municipalities based solely on local road mileage, providing enhanced support to small and rural communities
  • Provides $500 million for MassDOT's bridge and pavement lifecycle asset management program covering non-federally aided roadway and bridge projects statewide
  • Authorizes $200 million for culvert and small bridge (20 feet or less) modernization, replacement, and climate resilience improvements for both state and municipal infrastructure
  • Allocates $185 million for congestion relief and safety projects including intersection improvements, rail grade crossings, bicycle infrastructure, pedestrian walkways, and ADA-compliant sidewalks

Legislative Description

Financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see H4257

7/10/2025

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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