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H 4083

An Act relative to the replacement of the Bourne Bridge

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Julian Cyr and 2 co-sponsors

Massachusetts bill authorizes replacement of aging Bourne Bridge connecting Cape Cod, requiring resolution of funding mechanisms, toll policies, and construction logistics for a heavily-trafficked regional infrastructure crossing.

Accompanied a study order, see H5318
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Bill Summary · H 4083

Legislative bill overview

H 4083 addresses the replacement of the Bourne Bridge, a critical infrastructure crossing in Massachusetts connecting Cape Cod to the mainland. The bill is currently in committee review with a reporting deadline extended to February 27, 2026, indicating ongoing deliberation about the scope and approach to this major capital project.

Why is this important

The Bourne Bridge is a heavily trafficked structure carrying approximately 25,000 vehicles daily and is approaching or past its design lifespan, creating public safety and economic concerns for Cape Cod residents and visitors. Bridge replacement represents a significant financial commitment requiring coordination between state and potentially federal funding sources, toll policy decisions, and construction timeline planning that will affect regional transportation for years.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism and cost allocation – Whether the project uses state bonds, federal infrastructure funds, tolls, or a combination; how costs are distributed across taxpayers versus users
  • Toll policy – Whether to implement or increase tolls to fund replacement; exemptions for local residents versus regional/national traffic
  • Construction timeline and traffic management – How to maintain Cape Cod access during replacement; whether temporary bridges or phased construction is feasible
  • Environmental and design standards – Whether replacement includes modern resilience features, climate adaptation, or expanded capacity versus simple one-to-one replacement

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

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