Transportation funding in Massachusetts continues to be a tough conversation among state leaders and lawmakers. The MBTA has a projected fiscal shortfall of nearly $900 million by fiscal year 2029 due to expenses rising faster than revenue. Governor Maura Healey proposed using proceeds from the state’s new millionaires' tax ($687 million) to fund the T, but by the time the FY2026 state budget was passed, the amount was down to $470 million. Dan spoke with Brian Kane, Executive Director of the MBTA Advisory Board, about the T’s budget woes. 

<p>Transportation funding in Massachusetts continues to be a tough conversation among state leaders and lawmakers. The MBTA has a projected fiscal shortfall of nearly $900 million by fiscal year 2029 due to expenses rising faster than revenue. Governor Maura Healey proposed using proceeds from the state&rsquo;s new millionaires' tax ($687 million) to fund the T, but by the time the FY2026 state budget was passed, the amount was down to $470 million. Dan spoke with Brian Kane, Executive Director of the MBTA Advisory Board, about the T&rsquo;s budget woes.&nbsp;</p>

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The MBTA’s Budget Deficit

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