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MassDOT Aeronautics Reports Successful Drone Delivery Demonstrations 

3/17/2025 Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Three participants conducted small package simulated deliveries    to assess the use of drones for home-based healthcare

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Governor Healey Visits Commuter Rail Maintenance Facility to Promote Plan to Stabilize MBTA Finances  

3/13/2025 Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

Governor’s Transforming Transportation Road Show is highlighting her $8 billion transportation plan that includes $1.4 billion in investments for the MBTA

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MassDOT and MWRTA Add New, Heavy Duty Buses to Fleet 

3/10/2025 Massachusetts Department of Transportation

New buses run on efficient fuel and can hold twice the number of passengers compared to other buses in the fleet; Buses will enhance the MWRTA’s Route 4N service between downtown Framingham and the Natick Mall

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Draft Study on Morrissey Blvd Alternatives Released for Public Comment 

3/07/2025 Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Report includes the study's evaluation of transportation conditions along Morrissey Boulevard, alternatives development and analysis processes, findings and recommendations, and next steps

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Massachusetts RMV: REAL ID Compliance Becomes Effective May 7 

3/06/2025 Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Due to federal requirement, anyone traveling by plane domestically, or wishing to enter secure federal facilities, will need a REAL ID or Passport

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MassDOT and MAPFRE Announce Roadway Safety Public Service Contest 

3/05/2025 Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Third Annual High School Roadway Safety Public Service Contest 

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Healey-Driscoll Administration: $5.8 Million to Expand Mobility 

3/05/2025 Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces $5.8 Million in Grants to Expand Mobility for Older Adults, People with Disabilities, and Low-Income Individuals

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Governor Healey Continues ‘Transforming Transportation’ Road Show in Conway  

2/27/2025 Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

Governor’s $8 billion transportation plan and Chapter 90 bill will improve roads, bridges, culverts and regional transit across Western Mass, small and rural communities

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MassDOT Announces Safe Routes to School Bike Rack Grant Winners 

2/27/2025 Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Now in its second year, the Bike Rack Grant helps schools acquire and install bike racks to encourage bicycling

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MassDOT Launches Work Zone Awareness Week Billboard Design Contest 

2/21/2025 Massachusetts Department of Transportation

National Work Zone Awareness Week Billboard Design Contest for Massachusetts College Students

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Governor Healey Continues ‘Transforming Transportation’ Road Show at Training Facility in Medway to Highlight Job Creation  

2/19/2025 Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

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

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Governor Healey, Lieutenant Governor Driscoll Hit the Road to Highlight Proposed Transportation Investments  

2/18/2025 Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

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

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MassDOT Announces Winners of 2024-25 Signs and Lines Program 

2/04/2025 Massachusetts Department of Transportation

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

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MassDOT Announces Selection of Palmer Station Site  

2/03/2025 Massachusetts Department of Transportation

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

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MassDOT Launches Naloxone Pilot Program for Public Safety and Health 

1/29/2025 Massachusetts Department of Transportation

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