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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 2437: Resolve establishing a commission to examine expanding vocational and technical high school access

By Mr. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 384) of Edward J. Kennedy that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to establish a commission to examine expanding vocational and technical high school access. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes commission to examine expanding vocational/technical high school access, directly advancing educational access as per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 651: An Act establishing funds to provide for increases in English language learners in school districts

By Mr. Fattman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 354) of Ryan C. Fattman and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to establish funds to provide for increases in English language learners in school districts. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes funds to increase support for English language learners in schools, directly advancing educational access and funding for a specific student group.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationFunds English language learners in schools, supporting immigrant integration services through education access.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 997: An Act to reduce exclusionary discipline for grooming and dress code violations

By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 368) of Adam Gomez, Michael J. Barrett, Joanne M. Comerford, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the Senate for legislation to reduce exclusionary discipline for grooming and dress code violations. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill reduces exclusionary discipline for dress/grooming violations, promoting equitable school environments and student access - key education policy support.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 277: Resolve An Act establishing a special commission on creating a more diversified teaching workforce in the commonwealth

By Mr. Brady, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 309) of Michael D. Brady that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) creating a more diversified teaching workforce in the commonwealth. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes commission to study diversifying teaching workforce, advancing educational equity and access in K-12 education.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 510: An Act relative to supporting student participation in 4-H programs

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 420) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation relative to supporting student participation in 4-H programs. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly supports student participation in 4-H programs, enhancing extracurricular educational opportunities under Education subject.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 2609: Resolve establishing a commission to study the funding of high-quality early education and care in Massachusetts

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 346) of Sal N. DiDomenico that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the funding of high-quality early education. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes commission to study funding for early education, indicating intent to strengthen educational access and funding mechanisms within the topic area.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1792: An Act providing for diabetes management in schools

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 342) of Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation relative to providing for diabetes management in schools. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes diabetes management protocols in schools, enabling students with diabetes to safely attend and participate in educational settings, directly supporting educational access and student well-being.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates diabetes management in schools, directly improving student access to health services and aligning with healthcare access indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1905: An Act to construct vocational education annexes in gateway cities

By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 329) of John J. Cronin for legislation to construct vocational education annexes in gateway cities. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill constructs vocational education annexes in gateway cities, expanding infrastructure and access to vocational programs, directly advancing educational facilities and opportunities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 1473: An Act relative to debt-free public higher education

This bill declares free public higher education a right for Massachusetts residents. It creates a state grant program covering tuition and mandatory fees at public colleges, universities, and vocational programs for eligible students. Eligibility requires graduating from a Massachusetts high school (or equivalent) after three years of attendance, or qualifying for in-state tuition under federal rules. The grants supplement, but do not replace, existing federal aid like Pell Grants and state scholarships, with no restrictions on academic programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates state grants covering tuition/fees for public higher education, expanding access and supplementing existing aid without replacing federal support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1868: An Act ensuring student representation, Aidan's Law

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 356) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to ensure ensuring student representation, Aidan's Law. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates student representation in education decisions, enhancing student voice and participation in school governance per its title and summary.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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