Recently active Boston legislation

Items ready for action or still moving through the process.

  • 2026-1606 · Formal position, not binding · Dorchester · Introduced August 14, 2026

    Support continued ShotSpotter use in Boston

    The City Council resolution states Boston should continue using ShotSpotter, a sensor network that detects gunfire and provides alerts to police.

    Being reviewed In committee, step 2 of 4 updated August 27, 2026

  • 2026-1341 · Formal position, not binding · Roxbury and Dorchester · Introduced July 6, 2026

    Support evaluating the Orange Line extension along Blue Hill Avenue

    The matter asks for a comprehensive feasibility study of extending the Orange Line along Blue Hill Avenue and related planning processes.

    Being reviewed In committee, step 2 of 4 updated July 9, 2026

  • 2026-0483 · Formal position, not binding · Roxbury and Dorchester · Introduced February 27, 2026

    Cancel Blue Hill Ave bus lanes to fund fare-free buses

    The City Council resolution asks the MBTA and City to cancel proposed center-running bus lanes on Blue Hill Avenue and reallocate funds to sustain the fare-free bus pilot for Routes 23, 28, and 29.

    Being reviewed In committee, step 2 of 4 updated March 5, 2026