News and Announcements

Governor’s $8 billion transportation plan would create 140,000 good-paying jobs

Events across the state will highlight Governor Healey’s proposals to improve roads and bridges, modernize public transportation

Schools in Concord, Scituate and Worcester can use funding for signage and pavement improvements to enhance safety and accessibility

New milestone for West-East Rail; project team to now work on conceptual design for South of Palmer Yard location, after extensive public feedback

Program to equip RMVs and other MassDOT facilities with naloxone stations and provide training on how to recognize and respond effectively to opioid overdose situations

Chapter 90 Bond Bill increases annual support for municipal infrastructure by 50 percent

Weekend storm is expected to bring snow across much of Massachusetts, followed by hazardous cold and wind chills early in the week

January 19-28, 2025, is National Passenger Safety Week.

Plan does not rely on any new taxes; Governor will propose $300 million in Chapter 90 funding, a 50 percent increase for municipal roads, bridges and infrastructure

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

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

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

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