Gov. Healey announced a $30 million extension to new and existing free fare programs at 13 public transit agencies.
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced a plan to extend free public transit for 13 agencies across the state starting this November, reports Kayleigh Thomas for WWLP.
“[Healey] said it will help connect all rural communities to economic opportunities and provide seamless travel. This means providing people better access to schools, jobs, groceries, or doctor appointments.” Healey added, “You need to make sure that transit is connecting to people all across the state.”
The $30 million initiative, which is funded through at least June of 2025, is part of the 2025 state budget. The budget also includes $250 million for the Commonwealth Transportation Fund, which lets the state access more than $1 billion in federal transportation funds.
FULL STORY: Governor Maura Healey announced $30 million in state funding will be put towards free transit
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