By Ms. Provost of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3004) of Denise Provost and others for legislation to authorize certain high school students to attend community college free of tuition and fees. Higher Education.
Sponsored bills
By Representatives Garballey of Arlington and Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3000) of Sean Garballey, Natalie Higgins and others for legislation to provide scholarships for programs leading to an associate’s or bachelor’s degree. Higher Education.
By Mr. Ashe of Longmeadow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 221) of Brian M. Ashe and Denise Provost relative to the mandatory minimum age for children to attend kindergarten. Education.
By Ms. Matias of Lawrence, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3555) of Juana Matias and others relative to dropout prevention and student recovery. Education.
By Ms. Khan of Newton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 284) of Kay Khan and others relative to enhancing the educational opportunities for expectant and parenting students. Education.
By Mr. Kafka of Stoughton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1178) of Louis L. Kafka and others relative to the availability of prescription medication during an emergency. Public Health.
By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 643) of Jason M. Lewis, Harriette L. Chandler, James T. Welch, Tricia Farley-Bouvier and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote public health through the prevention and wellness trust fund. Health Care Financing.
By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2056) of Alice Hanlon Peisch and others relative to the mandatory school age and the establishment of dropout prevention and recovery pilot programs. Education.
By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Cynthia Stone Creem for legislation to promote student nutrition. Education.
By Ms. Provost of Somerville, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1881) of Denise Provost and others for legislation to prohibit the use of cell phones while operating a motor vehicle within school zones. Transportation.