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MA S2378

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

William Driscoll

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Origin

Senate

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 3A of Chapter 40A to add standardized definitions for transit-related terms used in zoning guidelines
  • Defines "bus station" as bus rapid transit stops with sheltered platforms or fixed infrastructure, including all MBTA Silver Line stops
  • Defines "commuter rail station" as MBTA stations with year-round service, including those under construction but excluding stations where service will be terminated
  • Defines "subway station" as MBTA stations on Red, Blue, Orange, or Green Lines with direct service to Park Street, Government Center, Downtown Crossing, or State Street stations
  • Defines "rapid transit community" as an MBTA community with at least 100 acres of developable station area near subway or Silver Line stations

Legislative Description

To update and standardize transit definitions in the Commonwealth

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2783

12/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/27/2025

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