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HD 2167

An Act providing for a study to be conducted on the cost feasibility of implementing a ferry service to Long Island in Boston Harbor

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Bruce Ayers

This bill requires a feasibility study on establishing a ferry service to Long Island, Boston, to evaluate costs, ridership, and infrastructure needs for a potential new transportation option.

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Bill Summary · HD 2167

Bill Summary: HD 2167 - Feasibility Study for Long Island Ferry Service

Purpose and Intent

This proposed bill would require the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) to conduct a comprehensive study on the feasibility and cost of implementing a ferry service to Long Island in Boston Harbor. The study's goal is to evaluate the potential for establishing a reliable and cost-effective transportation option between the mainland and Long Island.

Key Provisions

  • Directs MassDOT to undertake a feasibility study on a ferry service to Long Island
  • The study must examine:
    • Estimated capital and operating costs for the ferry service
    • Potential ridership and revenue projections
    • Infrastructure requirements, such as terminal facilities and docking capabilities
    • Potential environmental impacts and mitigation strategies
    • Governance and operational models for managing the ferry service
  • MassDOT must complete the study within 12 months of the bill's effective date
  • The final report must be submitted to the state legislature and made publicly available

Affected Stakeholders

  • Residents of and visitors to Long Island, who currently rely on limited transportation options to access the island
  • Businesses and organizations operating on Long Island, who could benefit from improved connectivity to the mainland
  • State and local transportation agencies responsible for managing regional ferry services
  • Environmental groups concerned with the potential impact of a new ferry service on Boston Harbor

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • The bill was introduced in the state legislature on November 29, 2025
  • If enacted, the MassDOT feasibility study would need to be completed within 12 months of the bill's effective date
  • The final report would be submitted to the legislature and made publicly available upon completion of the study
  • The findings of the study could inform future decisions on whether to move forward with implementing a ferry service to Long Island

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

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