Massachusetts 191st Legislature (2019-2020) Status: Introduced 26 D cosponsors

SD 1008 — An Act relative to regional transportation ballot initiatives

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 191st Legislature (2019-2020). It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill allows for regional transportation funding initiatives to be put to a public vote.

The bill enables local governments to propose transportation funding measures directly to voters. This gives communities greater control over their transportation projects and funding.

What this means for you
  • Workers: Workers may benefit from improved transportation options that make commuting easier.
  • Families: Families could see enhanced transit services that improve access to schools and workplaces.
  • Environment: The bill could promote environmentally friendly transportation initiatives tailored to regional needs.

Bill Text

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 33 co-sponsors · 170 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Eric P. Lesser

Co-sponsors (33)

Not signed on (170)

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors SD 1008?
SD 1008 is sponsored by Eric P. Lesser, Joseph A. Boncore, Jason M. Lewis (Democrat), Anne M. Gobi, William N. Brownsberger (Democrat), Michael O. Moore (Democrat), James B. Eldridge (Democrat), James T. Welch, Adam G. Hinds, Brian M. Ashe (Democrat), Cindy F. Friedman (Democrat), Sal N. DiDomenico (Democrat), Harriette L. Chandler, John F. Keenan (Democrat), Paul R. Feeney (Democrat), Patricia D. Jehlen (Democrat), Julian Cyr (Democrat), Michael J. Barrett (Democrat), Jennifer E. Benson, Mike Connolly (Democrat), Antonio F. D. Cabral (Democrat), Thomas M. Stanley (Democrat), José F. Tosado, James Arciero (Democrat), Kate Hogan (Democrat), Mary S. Keefe (Democrat), Sean Garballey (Democrat), James K. Hawkins (Democrat), Brendan P. Crighton (Democrat), Bud L. Williams (Democrat), Rebecca L. Rausch (Democrat), Jack Patrick Lewis (Democrat), Brian W. Murray (Democrat), and Joanne M. Comerford (Democrat).
What is the current status of SD 1008?
This bill died with 191st Legislature (2019-2020). It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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