Massachusetts Department of Transportation Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on June 28, 2022 - 15:18 GMT

MassDOT Encourages Drivers to Look Twice for Motorcycles - Motorcyclists advised: be bright and visible, take your time and ...

BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), in collaboration with the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security’s Highway Safety Division, is launching four new PSA safety videos that seek to increase awareness about motorcycle …

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Published on June 28, 2022 - 15:18 GMT

MassDOT Joins Federal & Local Partners to Compete for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding

BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has announced the submission of several federal grant applications seeking competitive, discretionary funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) for major capital investment …

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Published on June 28, 2022 - 15:18 GMT

MassDOT Announces Annual Safe Routes to School Awards

BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), through the Massachusetts Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program, today virtually held its annual awards ceremony to recognize the program's partner schools, community champions, …

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Published on June 28, 2022 - 15:18 GMT

Massachusetts To Receive almost $1.8 Million to Improve Rail Infrastructure, Enhance Safety, and increase Train Capacity on key ...

BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is pleased to announce the Biden Administration has awarded almost $1.8 million to the state to improve rail infrastructure, enhance safety, and improve train capacity in Western …

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Published on June 28, 2022 - 15:18 GMT

Reminders being issued by MassDOT, EOPSS, Massachusetts State Police and Transportation Partners

BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS), Massachusetts State Police (MSP), law enforcement and transportation partners hosted a safety event today due to an …

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Published on June 28, 2022 - 15:18 GMT

MassDOT, MAPFRE Insurance Reminder: Share the Road This Summer

Now that the warmer weather has officially arrived, you've probably noticed an increase of motorists and pedestrians out and about heading to graduation parties, cookouts, and vacations. The summer months also mean that motorcycle season is in full …

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Published on June 28, 2022 - 02:22 GMT

MassDOT Advises Travelers to Plan Ahead for Busy Holiday Weekend Travel

Boston — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is advising travelers to plan ahead and expect increased volumes of traffic for the Fourth of July holiday period. If traveling, MassDOT recommends utilizing “real time” travel tools, …

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Published on March 21, 2022 - 22:44 GMT

Baker-Polito Administration Celebrates Opening of the Green Line Extension

CAMBRIDGE — Governor Charlie Baker, Lt. Governor Karyn Polito, Massachusetts Transportation Secretary and CEO Jamey Tesler, and MBTA General Manager Steve Poftak today joined federal, state, and local elected leaders and community partners to celebrate …

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Published on March 17, 2022 - 20:52 GMT

Baker-Polito Administration Files $9.7 Billion Infrastructure Bond Bill

WORCESTER — Today, Governor Charlie Baker, Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito, Transportation Secretary and CEO Jamey Tesler, Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Kathleen Theoharides, and MBTA General Manager Steve Poftak joined with municipal leaders …

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Published on February 25, 2022 - 04:04 GMT

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Winter Storm Preparations, Directs Non-Emergency State Employees to Telework Tomorrow

BOSTON — Due to the upcoming winter storm, the Baker-Polito Administration has directed all non-emergency state employees working in Executive Branch agencies to telework, when possible, on Friday, February 25. The administration is urging residents to …

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Published on February 4, 2022 - 00:54 GMT

Baker-Polito Administration Directs Non-Emergency State Employees Not to Report to Workplaces Tomorrow, Urges Extreme Caution Due ...

BOSTON — The Baker-Polito Administration directed all non-emergency state employees working in Executive Branch agencies not to report to their workplaces tomorrow, Friday, February 4, 2022. With this winter storm forecast to create icy and hazardous …

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Published on February 3, 2022 - 21:07 GMT

Baker-Polito Administration Outlines Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding Plans for Massachusetts

LOWELL — Today, the Baker-Polito Administration outlined initial plans to make significant and additional investments into roads, bridges, public transportation and environmental infrastructure projects across the Commonwealth with funding from the …

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Published on January 30, 2022 - 03:15 GMT

Baker Polito Administration Continues to Urge All Residents to Limit Travel Throughout Winter Storm

BOSTON — Governor Charlie Baker and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito today joined public safety and transportation officials to update Massachusetts residents on the ongoing winter storm. With heavy snowfall rates and wind gusts causing whiteout conditions, …

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Published on January 29, 2022 - 00:35 GMT

Governor Baker Urges All Residents to Avoid Travel Throughout Winter Storm

BOSTON — Governor Charlie Baker today is urging the people of the Commonwealth to avoid non-essential travel and prepare for the upcoming winter storm, which is expected to severely impact much of Massachusetts and bring blizzard conditions. Current …

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Published on January 22, 2022 - 16:54 GMT

Baker-Polito Administration to File for $200 Million in Chapter 90 Local Transportation Funding, Highlights Fiscal Year 2023 Local ...

BOSTON — The Baker-Polito Administration today announced plans to file legislation next week seeking $200 million in Chapter 90 funding to help all 351 cities and towns in Massachusetts improve transportation infrastructure and address needs within their …

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Published on November 11, 2021 - 02:04 GMT

Baker-Polito Administration Refiles Legislation to Improve Roadway Safety and Combat Impaired Driving

WORCESTER — The Baker-Polito Administration today refiled legislation to improve safety on the Commonwealth’s roadways and combat drug-impaired driving. This proposal would update road safety laws by implementing uniform standards and promoting proven …

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Published on October 7, 2021 - 18:55 GMT

Governor Baker Appoints Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Board of Directors

BOSTON — Governor Charlie Baker today appointed the seven-member Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Board of Directors and designated Betsy Taylor as chair. In July, Governor Baker signed legislation that established a new, permanent board …

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