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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 12, 2026

H 601: An Act relative to creating a commercial driver’s license pilot program at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School

By Representative Honan of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 601) of Kevin G. Honan relative to creating a commercial driver’s license pilot program to be administered by Madison Park Technical Vocational High School in the city of Boston. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates vocational training program at high school, expanding student career pathways and educational offerings within K-12 education framework.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Sep 22, 2025

S 315: An Act to remodel public school athletics through social-emotional learning

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 315) of Cynthia Stone Creem for legislation relative to remodel public school athletics through social-emotional learning. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill integrates social-emotional learning into public school athletics, enhancing student programs and well-being within education policy.95% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Oct 2, 2025

H 4563: An Act relative to suicide prevention in schools

H 4563 requires Massachusetts school health providers and educators to complete at least 2 hours of evidence-based suicide prevention training every other year as part of existing professional development. New staff hired during years without required training must receive suicide prevention materials within 30 days of employment. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education must develop approved training materials with evidence of effectiveness, in consultation with public health and mental health agencies. The bill directly affects all school staff holding or applying for educator licenses in the Commonwealth.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates suicide prevention training for educators, strengthening student mental health support within K-12 schools and enhancing educator preparedness.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates evidence-based suicide prevention training for school staff, advancing mental health services in educational settings95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Teachers

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 27, 2025

H 1428: An Act relative to tuition waivers for children raised by a grandparent or other relative

By Representatives Donato of Medford and Garballey of Arlington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1428) of Paul J. Donato and Sean Garballey relative to tuition waivers for children raised by a grandparent or other relative. Higher Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides tuition waivers for students raised by relatives, expanding access to higher education by reducing financial barriers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 17, 2025

H 604: An Act concerning Asian Pacific Islander Desi American history education

By Representatives Howard of Lowell and Garballey of Arlington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 604) of Vanna Howard and Sean Garballey for legislation to include Asian Pacific Islander Desi American history education in school curriculum. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates inclusion of APIDA history in school curriculum, expanding educational content and diversity in K-12 education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum

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signed · Massachusetts · House Jan 29, 2026

H 4363: An Act authorizing the commissioner of capital asset management and maintenance to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Wellesley

This bill allows the state commissioner to transfer a 3,500-square-foot parcel of land (currently used by Massachusetts Bay Community College for a gravel driveway in Wellesley) to Kimberlee A. Dow or her successors. It requires the commissioner to obtain an independent appraisal of the land’s fair market value or proposed use, review by the inspector general, and approval before the transfer. All proceeds from the sale must be deposited into a new scholarship trust managed by the college president, which funds student scholarships without needing annual legislative appropriations. The college president administers the trust, with unspent funds rolling over annually to support future scholarships.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill directs proceeds from land sale to a college scholarship trust, directly funding higher education access and student financial support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid

passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 6, 2025

H 681: An Act relative to combating violence in schools

By Representative Reyes of Lawrence, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 681) of Estela A. Reyes that school councils provide packets and trainings for managing children's wellbeing at home. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates school councils to provide wellbeing resources for students, directly addressing school safety to support educational environment and student welfare.85% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety Student Health

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Aug 28, 2025

H 4408: An Act establishing the hunger free campus initiative

H 4408 establishes a state grant program to address student food insecurity at public colleges and universities in Massachusetts. The bill creates a "Hunger-Free Campus Trust Fund" to provide grants to eligible institutions - including minority-serving colleges and municipally administered schools - to support on-campus food assistance programs. Participating schools must meet specific requirements, such as designating staff to connect students with federal food aid, accepting nutrition benefits at campus vendors, and implementing meal-sharing initiatives. The program requires annual reporting on grant usage, campus activities, and student outcomes to track progress toward reducing food insecurity among students.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates state grants for campus food programs at public colleges, addressing student food insecurity to enhance educational access and support student success at higher education institutions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 7, 2026

H 1457: An Act expanding the community college training incentive program

By Representative Scanlon of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1457) of Adam J. Scanlon and Carmine Lawrence Gentile relative to expanding the community college training incentive program. Higher Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands community college training incentives, increasing access to higher education programs and aligning with educational access indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 31, 2025

S 1469: An Act relative to special education reserve funds

By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1469) of Jacob R. Oliveira relative to school district special education reserve funds. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes reserve funds for special education, directly increasing dedicated funding for K-12 support programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education

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