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passed · Massachusetts · House Dec 31, 2025

H 521: An Act relative to transparency and accountability in charter school finance

By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 521) of Antonio F. D. Cabral and Joanne M. Comerford relative to transparency and accountability in charter school finances. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates transparency in charter school finances, ensuring proper use of public funds to protect educational integrity and prevent misuse.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Choice

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 22, 2025

SD 3404: An Act relative to including inflammatory breast cancer awareness in nursing education, Marnie's Law

SD 3404, also known as "Marnie's Law," requires nursing education programs in the state to include specific training on inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) awareness. The bill directly affects nursing schools and future nurses by mandating curriculum additions about IBC, a rare but aggressive form of breast cancer often mistaken for infections. Key provisions include teaching IBC symptoms, diagnosis challenges, and the importance of early detection to prevent misdiagnosis. This Public Health legislation aims to improve patient outcomes by ensuring nurses are equipped to recognize IBC promptly.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates curriculum addition in nursing education programs, enhancing student training on IBC awareness, directly strengthening higher education curriculum requirements.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates nursing education on inflammatory breast cancer awareness to prevent misdiagnosis and improve early detection, directly enhancing healthcare quality and patient outcomes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 12, 2026

H 670: An Act relative to special education finance

By Representative Peisch of Wellesley, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 670) of Alice Hanlon Peisch relative to special education finance. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill addresses special education finance, indicating funding support for educational services within K-12 system.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 15, 2025

S 430: An Act relative to the long-term fiscal health and sustainability of special education in the Commonwealth

By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 430) of Jacob R. Oliveira, Joanne M. Comerford, Vanna Howard, Michael D. Brady and other members of the General Court for legislation for a special commission to review and valuate the commonwealth’s current special education financing structure. Education.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes commission to review special education financing structure for fiscal sustainability, supporting proper funding allocation for essential public services.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates commission to review special education financing structure for fiscal sustainability, directly addressing funding health and long-term viability per education topic indicators.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 19, 2025

S 283: An Act expanding licensure opportunity for school counselors

By Mr. Payano, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 283) of Pavel M. Payano, Joan B. Lovely, Jason M. Lewis, Brendan P. Crighton and other members of the Senate for legislation to expand licensure opportunity for school counselors. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands licensure for school counselors, increasing qualified staff availability in schools, directly supporting educational access and student support services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 18, 2025

H 654: An Act relative to special education reimbursement

By Representative Muradian of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 654) of David K. Muradian, Jr., relative to special education reimbursement. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates reimbursement for special education costs, ensuring funding stability for schools serving students with disabilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 9, 2026

H 717: An Act establishing a special commission on special education funding

By Representative Tarsky of Needham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 717) of Joshua Tarsky, Rebecca L. Rausch and Colleen M. Garry for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to state funding of special education service. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes commission to investigate special education funding, indicating intent to address and potentially improve funding levels for this educational area.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 21, 2026

H 3151: An Act relative to increasing 529 deductions

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3151) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to increasing college savings plan deductions. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax deductions for 529 college savings plans, providing tax relief for education savings. Directly advances fiscal policy supporting middle-income families' educational investments.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases tax deductions for 529 college savings plans, enhancing higher education affordability and access through tax incentives for college savings.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 5, 2026

H 752: An Act strengthening transitional planning and increasing accountability for persons with disabilities and their families

By Representative Whipps of Athol, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 752) of Susannah M. Whipps and others for legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study and review current practices and gaps in services of disabled persons whose entitlement to services under special education programs has terminated or will terminate. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes commission to study gaps in special education services for disabled students, strengthening transitional planning and accountability, directly supporting educational access and services for this group.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 2, 2026

S 2066: An Act relative to increasing 529 deductions

By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2066) of Jacob R. Oliveira relative to increasing college savings plan deductions. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases 529 plan deductions, providing tax relief for education savings. Directly advances tax policy by expanding tax-advantaged savings opportunities.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases tax deductions for 529 college savings plans, enhancing higher education affordability and access for families.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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