The bill outlines the requirements for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) regarding fare evasion warnings and citations, as mandated by Section 101 of Chapter 159 of the Massachusetts General Laws. This section eliminated criminal sanctions for fare evasion and directed the MBTA to establish regulations for issuing written warnings and citations, as well as collecting fines, which are codified in 703 C.M.R. 5.00. Additionally, the MBTA is required to publish an annual report detailing the data on warnings and citations issued during the previous calendar year.

In the report covering calendar year 2025, it was noted that fare enforcement actions resulting in warnings or citations began in September 2025. During this period, the MBTA issued a total of 88 written warnings and no citations for fare evasion or fraudulent use of a reduced fare credential. This report serves to provide transparency and accountability regarding fare enforcement practices within the MBTA.