S 352 Massachusetts Senate · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act ensuring charter school integrity

This bill aims to strengthen oversight and accountability for charter schools in Massachusetts by introducing specific new requirements for the state education board. It mandates that the board provide written confirmation within 30 days that new charter schools meet all necessary criteria, while also prohibiting these schools from offering money or gifts to attract student applications. Additionally, the legislation clarifies the conditions under which a school's charter can be revoked and establishes a strict process requiring a two-thirds board vote and a written explanation for any regulatory waivers. These changes directly affect the state education board, charter school operators, and prospective students by formalizing approval procedures and restricting recruitment tactics.
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 Mar 28, 2024
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This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2023
House · Passed
House concurred
Feb 16, 2023
Senate · Referred to committee
Referred to the committee on Education
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