News and Announcements

Federal grants include $43 million for McGrath Highway in Somerville, $14.4 Million for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure, $5.2 million for railroad crossing safety improvements, and $2 million for station improvements at JFK/UMass in Boston

Shared use paths enhance pedestrian and bicyclist safety, helping to make Massachusetts’ transportation network more inclusive

MBTA’s Track Improvement Program removed 220+ speed restrictions and replaced 250,000+ feet of rail, saving riders 2.4 million minutes every weekday and generating $1 million per day in economic benefits

Competition for Elementary and Middle School Students Highlights the Dedication of Public Works Employees During the Winter Season

HOV lane to deploy early December 19, December 20, December 26, and December 27; no scheduled construction December 24 through December 26, December 31 through January 2

Supported by state-funded fare free bus service, overall RTA ridership post-Covid has steadily increased: 13.76 million rides in FY21; 18.77 million in FY22; 22.5 million in FY23

Drone use will enhance the state’s ability to advance new projects and maintain existing infrastructure; Drone technology supports various operations, including bridge and highway inspection, asset mapping, construction monitoring

Funding is going to Regional Transit Authorities to promote improved connections across routes and service areas

Students statewide are encouraged to submit contest applications. Application deadline is 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 13

"Understand, Be Proactive, Plan" annual campaign to stress the importance of having an open dialogue, creating a plan and making informed decisions

Following Recent Hurricanes and Tropical Storms, RMV Cautions Consumers About Buying Flood-Damaged Vehicles