Education (K-12 Education)

passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 17, 2026

H 511: An Act ensuring language readiness in deaf, deafblind, and hard-of-hearing children entering kindergarten

By Representative Ashe of Longmeadow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 511) of Brian M. Ashe relative to the language readiness of deaf, deafblind, and hard-of-hearing children entering kindergarten. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill ensures language readiness for deaf/hard-of-hearing kindergarten entrants, directly enhancing educational access and support for a specific student group in K-12 education.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 30, 2026

S 459: An Act to expand dual enrollment for high school students in Gateway Cities

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 459) of John C. Velis for legislation to expand dual enrollment for high school students in Gateway Cities. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly expands dual enrollment access for high school students in Gateway Cities, directly advancing educational access and opportunity per topic description.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Sep 2, 2025

H 732: An Act relative to high school professional development programs

By Representative Ultrino of Malden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 732) of Steven Ultrino relative to high school professional development programs. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes high school professional development programs, directly supporting teacher growth and educational quality per indicators.95% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 2450: An Act relative to dropout prevention and student recovery

This bill requires all children under 18 to attend school until high school graduation (amending attendance laws), repeals an outdated 1965 law, and creates a 3-year pilot program for school districts with high dropout rates. The pilot provides competitive grants to fund targeted dropout prevention strategies, including alternative education programs, graduation coaches, outreach to students who have dropped out, and support for pregnant or parenting students. Participating districts must track student progress toward diplomas or GEDs and submit annual reports to the education committee. The program will begin September 1, 2025, with a final evaluation recommending whether to expand, maintain, or end the initiative. It directly affects high school students at risk of dropping out, especially in districts above the state average for dropouts.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates school attendance until graduation, funds pilot programs with competitive grants for dropout prevention strategies, and supports targeted student programs like graduation coaches and outreach.95% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3161: An Act relative to college in high school

This bill establishes a structured framework for "college in high school" programs in Massachusetts. It requires public colleges to create clear policies for awarding credit for high school courses (including AP, IB, and dual enrollment), post these policies online, and notify students about credit eligibility. The bill also creates a dedicated trust fund (administered by education departments) to support these programs, particularly in underserved communities, and establishes a new state office to oversee program quality, ensuring they offer coherent college credit pathways, industry credentials, or apprenticeships while emphasizing student preparation and parental involvement.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates dedicated trust fund for college in high school programs, funding essential education services in underserved communities per bill's framework.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes trust fund for college-in-high-school programs in underserved communities and mandates credit policies, expanding access to dual enrollment opportunities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education

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introduced · Massachusetts · Senate

SD 1303: An Act relative to college in high school

This bill establishes a Massachusetts Office of College in High School to oversee programs allowing high school students to earn college credit or industry credentials while in high school. It requires public colleges to create clear policies for granting credit for college-in-high school courses, AP exams, and IB programs, and mandates that these policies be publicly posted. A dedicated trust fund is created to support these programs, with priority given to underserved communities and school districts serving economically disadvantaged students. The bill also mandates annual reporting on fund usage and college credit policies to state education committees.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes office, mandates college credit policies, and creates trust fund prioritizing underserved communities for expanded high school college access.95% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 2571: An Act relative to state engagement in the education of gifted and talented students

This bill requires the state education board to establish policies ensuring appropriate education for gifted and talented students in all K-12 grades. It mandates annual surveys of schools to track identification and service rates for these students, disaggregated by race/ethnicity and income level, and compiles this data into an annual public report. Districts must base programming on established best practices in gifted education, ensuring students receive appropriate academic challenges throughout the school day. The law directly affects all public K-12 schools and districts in the state by requiring standardized reporting and evidence-based programming for advanced learners.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates state policies for gifted education, requires equity-focused data tracking, and bases programming on best practices, advancing educational access for underrepresented groups.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 360: An Act relative to school start times for middle and high school students

By Mr. Fernandes (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 360) of Zorianna Petrosyan, for legislation relative to school start times for middle and high school students. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill proposes later school start times for middle/high schools to improve student health and academic performance, aligning with educational best practices focused on student outcomes.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 22, 2025

H 689: An Act to remodel public school athletics through social-emotional learning

By Representative Sangiolo of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 689) of Amy Mah Sangiolo relative to the implementation of social and emotional learning curricula in middle and high school athletic programs. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates SEL curricula in school athletics, enhancing student program quality and aligning with educational curriculum development.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Sep 15, 2025

H 621: An Act relative to state engagement in the education of gifted and talented students

By Representative Kilcoyne of Clinton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 621) of Meghan K. Kilcoyne relative to the education of advanced and gifted students in grades K-12. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly focuses on state engagement for gifted K-12 students, advancing specialized educational programs within the topic area.95% confidence

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