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HD 5777

A communication from the Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority (see Section 8(g) of Chapter 161B of the General Laws) submitting the Attleboro Commuter Rail Station and Parking Lot statement of income and calculation of MBTA share of income for fiscal year 2025

194th Legislature (2025-2026)

GATRA files FY2025 financial statement for Attleboro Commuter Rail Station, reporting income and calculating MBTA's required revenue share under state law.

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Bill Summary · HD 5777

Legislative bill overview

HD 5777 is a routine administrative filing by the Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority (GATRA) submitting financial statements for the Attleboro Commuter Rail Station and its parking lot for fiscal year 2025. The document shows income generated from these facilities and calculates the portion of that income owed to the MBTA under state law requirements.

Why is this important

Regional transit authorities must report station revenues to the MBTA as required by Massachusetts General Law Chapter 161B, Section 8(g). These financial filings ensure proper accounting of public transit assets and revenue-sharing obligations, maintaining transparency in how transportation infrastructure generates and distributes revenue.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue allocation disputes: Disagreements could arise over how much income should be shared with the MBTA versus retained by GATRA for local operations
  • Parking lot management: Questions about whether parking revenue reflects fair pricing or optimal utilization of the public facility
  • Financial sustainability: Depending on the reported income levels, concerns may emerge about whether the transit station generates sufficient revenue to support its operations and maintenance

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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