MassLive: Mass. lawmakers slash DRIVE Act funding bill in half — and a vote still hasn’t come
Massachusetts lawmakers have significantly reduced proposed funding for the DRIVE Act, cutting the bill nearly in half as legislative uncertainty continues and a final vote remains elusive, according to MassLive. The debate comes as transportation, housing, and workforce pressures mount across the state.
New analysis and testimony cited by the article draw on research from the UMass Donahue Institute, highlighting how sustained public investment is critical to meeting long‑term infrastructure and economic needs. As negotiations stall, the Institute’s data underscore what’s at stake for communities and the Commonwealth’s future competitiveness.
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April 10, 2026
