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By Ms. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 388) of Robyn K. Kennedy, Vanna Howard, Jacob R. Oliveira, Mike Connolly and other members of the General Court for legislation to fix the chapter 70 inflation adjustment. Education.
By Representative Blais of Deerfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 517) of Natalie M. Blais and others relative to rural schools. Education.
By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 400) of Jason M. Lewis, Joanne M. Comerford, Bruce E. Tarr, Rebecca L. Rausch and other members of the General Court that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to ensure adequate and equitable funding for public education. Education.
This bill (H 4297) mandates that a specific percentage of Chapter 70 state education funds must be allocated to arts education programs in Massachusetts public schools. It directly affects school districts receiving Chapter 70 funding by requiring them to dedicate a defined portion of those resources to arts education, aligning with the Lowell Mason Act's goals. The key provision is the mandatory allocation requirement, shifting how districts use a portion of their state education funding. This policy change ensures dedicated financial support for arts programs within the public school system.
By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2682) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation to require equitable funding for non-regional school districts with high transportation costs. Education.
