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Massachusetts House Bill H4005
Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session
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Massachusetts 2025-2026 Regular Session

Massachusetts House Bill H4005

Introduced
4/7/25  
Refer
4/7/25  

Caption

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

Impact

The bill outlines significant appropriations primarily directed toward the Massachusetts Department of Transportation and the Executive Office of Education. Among the notable provisions, $400 million is allocated for a workforce and safety reserve to address pressing safety concerns within the MBTA. In addition, the act allocates $10 million for universal school meals and substantial funding aimed at improving early education and care services. This bill is expected to have a far-reaching impact in boosting both educational resources and transportation safety infrastructure across Massachusetts, facilitating better educational outcomes and public transit reliability.

Summary

House Bill 4005 is an act that focuses on making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The bill proposes a total appropriation of approximately $1.244 billion intended to supplement existing appropriations and finance various essential activities and projects vital to public welfare. Notably, this bill emphasizes educational funding and support for transportation infrastructure improvements, particularly under the auspices of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). The act aims to enhance both educational environments and transportation systems through targeted financial allocations allocated across different sectors.

Contention

Despite its broad support, the bill also faces scrutiny regarding potential fiscal pressures it may impose on state budgets. Critics raise concerns about the long-term sustainability of such high levels of appropriations, given uncertainties in revenue streams and the potential for rising state expenditures. As discussions continue, balancing the immediate needs for infrastructural improvements and educational funding against fiscal prudence remains a focal point of contention among lawmakers and stakeholders.

Companion Bills

MA H4010

Replaced by Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

Previously Filed As

MA H4010

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H4100

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.

MA S2521

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H55

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H4530

Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H51

Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H57

Making appropriations for fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA H5348

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

MA S2529

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2025 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects.

MA H4251

Making appropriations for the fiscal year 2026 to provide for supplementing certain existing appropriations and for certain other activities and projects

Similar Bills

MD HB390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD SB282

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD SB319

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

PA HB1330

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

PA SB160

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB280

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB1161

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.