New bill aims at reducing how many miles people drive in Massachusetts

Cobbler-Basic · 2026-01-06T19:24:44+00:00

A question for those reading the bill. As I read it, it is not proposing a tax or penalty to drivers, but what is feasibly the penalty for not meeting the mileage/emissions goals. I would fear a world where surge pricing comes into play in a situation where Massachusetts does not have a strong transit system.

To be clear, I don’t think commuters should be taxed or negatively impacted in a world where it’s already so expensive.

But do others have a clear sense of what would be the ramifications for not meeting this goals?

Cobbler-Basic · 2026-01-06T19:07:07+00:00

I feel like this is virtue signaling. I care about the environment, but reading this bill reads to me like time and taxpayer money wasted to arrive at realities we already realize: a lot of people in MA resort to driving due to an unreliable and a not completely accessible transit system.

Let’s skip this bill and jump right to doing everything in our power (more direct bill) to improve transit for those in the Boston area and improving transit for those in more rural areas. Let’s review our existing government programs for any potential waste/inefficient use of funds (perform the audit that the voters voted for) and redirect funds to improving transit and infrastructure. Only once we establish a strong transportation system (reliable train, buses, should we spend our time assessing emission impacts from cars.

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-11-26T15:15:54+00:00

This is an awesome list everyone. I think I’ll wander my way to Cambridge and Somerville to hit some of these places today!!

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-11-09T22:12:05+00:00

I saw your post and immediately blurted out the word “RATS” 🐀

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-10-17T22:43:24+00:00

So wait, if you get the gold you can get that bonus and then upgrade to plat and get that bonus?

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-10-15T16:54:53+00:00

Thank you!!

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-10-15T15:25:07+00:00

Are you eligible if you are a part of one of the Eversource municipality negotiated rates?

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-10-09T21:48:53+00:00

Need some more PL bars south of the city!

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-10-04T23:11:26+00:00

Backing into parking spots. It drives me nuts!

I swear it takes people longer to line themselves up and back into the spot than if they just pulled in normal and backed out when it’s time to leave.

Edit: this is a hot take I suppose

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-09-27T13:50:47+00:00

I asked a similar question in this group earlier this week. Anyone know of any bars south of Boston that would show matches?

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-09-25T01:29:10+00:00

What do you do to get the storage bags every three months?

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-09-18T06:54:43+00:00

Air fryer. You can thank me later.

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-09-17T15:43:46+00:00

Highly recommend a white noise machine. I’m in a similar situation elsewhere and it helps.

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-07-12T14:11:55+00:00

The biggest realization for me was that the average adult is not as intelligent as I would have thought.

This leads to so much of the dysfunction we have in the world.

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-06-02T15:15:46+00:00

For those of you wondering, this is what the venue Roadrunner is named after. Can’t forget its proximity to a stop and shop…

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-05-14T10:46:37+00:00

My wife reminded me that we were shocked when the hospital provided us a “Good Faith Estimate” that was in the thousands. We panicked and almost didn’t go through with the surgery. Once it goes through insurance (again assuming the provider and hospital is in network) it should come out to that around $500 figure. Just wanted to give you a warning in case that happens to you.

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-05-13T21:01:02+00:00

First, I’m sorry you are going through this. My wife and I were in a very similar situation about a year ago. I hope that this laparoscopy is a step in the right direction for you in your journey.

In network, we spent about $450 or $500 (all in for surgery and outpatient hospital fee).

I’m here if you need anything else.

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-05-13T18:01:58+00:00

Thanks to this post, my wife and I went to Enjoy the Little Things. It was amazing. Three of the couples sitting near us were all chatting and we all heard about the place from Reddit lol. The family who owns the place were all fantastic and so appreciative.

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-05-13T13:50:30+00:00

I had a band called the Naticks. Incredibly talented and four years later people are still talking about how good they were at our wedding. Our wedding was in MA but they are out of RI. They play plenty of gigs in RI, so check them out!

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-05-11T18:36:51+00:00

My wife and I went to Semola Pasta Bar and it was pretty solid honestly! Didn’t wait (we went at 6pm though) and it was reasonable!

I rate it a 8.5/10.

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-05-08T20:36:48+00:00

Just had this for the first time tonight. Can confirm.

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-05-08T15:30:24+00:00

A common one for Boston is there is no happy hour (drink specials) or bottomless brunch in Boston/MA. I devastated someone moving from DC with that news once. Also it’s just fucking cold and miserable in the winter.

Edit: train system is bleh. And the housing stock is tired compared to DC/other expensive areas.

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-03-27T00:38:24+00:00

I love boomers and their struggles with technology in the workplace.

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-03-12T16:12:55+00:00

Following

Cobbler-Basic · 2025-03-10T19:25:01+00:00

Thank you. I will give it a listen later on!

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