Education (Curriculum)

introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 1731: An Act to ensure that all students are prepared for future success

MassCore (HD 1731) establishes a required high school curriculum program for all Massachusetts students entering 9th grade in 2027-2028. It mandates specific course units: 4 English, 4 math, 3 science, 3 history, 2 world language, 1 arts, and 5 electives, aligned with state standards. The bill includes provisions for waivers for multilingual learners, students with disabilities, and newly enrolled students, and requires school districts to report readiness and financial impacts by 2025. Implementation will be guided by an advisory council representing diverse stakeholders, with funding requests for districts facing financial hardship.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates comprehensive curriculum requirements for K-12 students to ensure college/career readiness, includes inclusivity waivers, and aligns with state educational standards.95% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 385: An Act relative to enhancing civic education in Massachusetts public schools

This bill requires all Massachusetts public high schools to include a one-semester civic education course as a graduation requirement starting with the 2026-2027 school year. It mandates that the curriculum cover U.S. and state government structures, citizen rights/responsibilities (including voting), civic movement history, and community engagement projects. The state education department must develop a standardized, inclusive curriculum and provide resources for schools, while also supporting student voter registration through campus drives and partnerships with local election offices. Schools must report annually on implementation progress and student engagement metrics.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates required civic education course covering government, rights, and community engagement, explicitly enhancing curriculum standards and student civic knowledge per bill summary.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1355: An Act promoting racially and culturally inclusive K-12 curriculum

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 322) of Brendan P. Crighton for legislation to promote racially and culturally inclusive K-12 curriculum. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly aims to promote racially and culturally inclusive K-12 curriculum, advancing educational content and inclusivity.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1473: An Act to promote student college and career success and civic engagement

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 398) of Jason M. Lewis, Joanne M. Comerford, Rebecca L. Rausch and James B. Eldridge for legislation relative to programs of study for high school students and graduation requirements. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill promotes student college/career success through high school programs of study and graduation requirements, directly advancing educational pathways.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Curriculum

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1516: An Act relative to LGBTQ+ inclusive curriculum

By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 336) of Julian Cyr and James B. Eldridge for legislation relative to LGBTQ+ inclusive curriculum. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates LGBTQ+ inclusive curriculum content, directly advancing educational access and curriculum quality for K-12 students.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1289: An Act to promote comprehensive and inclusive curriculum in schools

By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 371) of Adam Gomez, Mike Connolly and Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to promote racially inclusive curriculum in schools. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly promotes racially inclusive curriculum in schools, advancing educational equity and curriculum standards per its title and summary.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 1271: An Act promoting racially and culturally inclusive K-12 curriculum

By Mr. Lewis (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 395) of Vincent Dixon, for legislation to promote racially and culturally inclusive K-12 curriculum. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly promotes racially/culturally inclusive K-12 curriculum, advancing educational content standards per its title and summary.95% confidence

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 2271: An Act to promote comprehensive and inclusive curriculum in schools

HD 2271 establishes a dedicated "Comprehensive and Inclusive Curriculum Trust Fund" managed by the education commissioner to support inclusive curriculum development in all public schools. The fund finances curriculum updates, teacher training, and grants for schools, prioritizing underserved communities and districts affected by bias incidents. It requires schools to teach accurate histories and contributions of underrepresented groups across subjects, including topics like slavery, immigration, and systemic discrimination. All funded initiatives must align with the curriculum standards, and the commissioner must report annually on fund usage to state legislators.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes a dedicated trust fund financing curriculum development, teacher training, and grants for public schools, increasing state budget allocation for education programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes dedicated Trust Fund for inclusive curriculum development, teacher training, and grants prioritizing underserved communities, requiring accurate teaching of underrepresented histories.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly requires teaching 'accurate histories and contributions of underrepresented groups... including topics like immigration' to promote inclusive education and integration.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum Teachers

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 931: An Act requiring financial education in schools

HD 931 creates a dedicated Financial Literacy Trust Fund to support financial education in Massachusetts public schools. The fund, administered by the education commissioner, will finance curriculum development, teacher training, and resources for teaching budgeting, credit, investing, online commerce, and basic cryptocurrency concepts. Schools serving disadvantaged communities receive priority funding, and private donations must pass transparency reviews to avoid influencing curriculum. The law requires all schools to implement these lessons starting one academic year after enactment, with annual public reports on fund usage and program impact.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates dedicated fund for financial literacy curriculum, teacher training, and resources in schools, prioritizing disadvantaged communities.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 27, 2025

HD 3869: An Act providing curriculum transparency

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 613) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the curriculum frameworks. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates curriculum transparency, enhancing accountability in educational frameworks without restricting content or funding.85% confidence

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