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MA S2391
Bill
AI Summary
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MassDOT Highway Division must convene a working group within 90 days to analyze and recommend reopening the tourist information center on I-95 North in Mansfield as a regional visitor information center
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Working group must address facility remediation including removal of surplus highway materials, vehicles, signage, debris, and litter currently impeding full use of the site
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Study must include plans for facility rehabilitation, safety improvements, accessibility upgrades, restroom reconstruction, roadway paving, EV charging station installation, and regular staffing
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Working group must evaluate allowable commercial activities under federal law (23 USC 111(a)) including advertising, tourism promotion, event tickets, travel information, and lottery machines
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Final report with findings and projected costs due to legislature by June 1, 2026, including a draft memorandum of understanding for contracting with regional tourism councils or chambers of commerce
Legislative Description
To remediate and reopen the visitor information center on I-95 in Northern Bristol County for traveler safety and convenience and to promote regional tourism and economic development
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
11/6/2025