Massachusetts H3673 mandates a noise study on interstate highways in Bedford, Burlington, and Woburn to assess traffic noise impact and recommend.

Massachusetts H3673 requires the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to conduct a comprehensive noise study along interstate highways in Bedford, Burlington, and Woburn. The study aims to determine the ambient noise level generated by traffic and its impact on surrounding areas. The department must recommend noise abatement methods, including the potential use of highway noise barriers. The study results and recommendations must be submitted to the chairs of the joint committee on transportation and the clerks of the house of representatives and the senate by June 1, 2026.

Massachusetts H3673 mandates a noise study on interstate highways in Bedford, Burlington, and Woburn to assess traffic noise impact and recommend.

Massachusetts H3673 requires the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to conduct a comprehensive noise study along interstate highways in Bedford, Burlington, and Woburn. The study aims to determine the ambient noise level generated by traffic and its impact on surrounding areas. The department must recommend noise abatement methods, including the potential use of highway noise barriers. The study results and recommendations must be submitted to the chairs of the joint committee on transportation and the clerks of the house of representatives and the senate by June 1, 2026.