An Act relative to fair educational practices
This bill amends Massachusetts law to expand protections against discrimination in education based on a person's medical status. It defines "special medical status" to include disabilities and whether an individual is receiving or not receiving medical treatment. The changes apply to both initial admission and continued enrollment, ensuring these protections cover students already in schools. By adding "special medical status" to the list of protected categories, the legislation aims to prevent discrimination against students due to their health conditions or treatment choices.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
House Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023
Last action Feb 8, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
5
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2023
Lower · Passed
House concurred
lower
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Education
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
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