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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 446: An Act relative to physical and social recess in schools

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 446) of Michael F. Rush for legislation relative to physical and social recess in schools. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates physical/social recess in schools, enhancing student well-being and school environment as part of educational programming.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 17, 2026

H 1460: An Act relative to college tuition and admissions

By Representative Silvia of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1460) of Alan Silvia and Christopher Hendricks relative to residential preference for financial aid at public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill modifies financial aid criteria for public higher education, prioritizing residents to enhance access to college funding.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid

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passed · Massachusetts · House May 2, 2025

H 509: An Act relative to the safety of schools, residences, and public assemblies

By Representative Ashe of Longmeadow, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 509) of Brian M. Ashe for the establishment of a school carbon monoxide safety trust fund to be administered by the Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes a school carbon monoxide safety trust fund administered by education officials, directly funding school infrastructure safety under education jurisdiction.95% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Apr 1, 2026

SD 2876: An Act to reimburse school districts of unforeseen busing costs

By Mr. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Edward J. Kennedy for legislation to reimburse school districts of unforeseen busing costs. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationReimburses school districts for unforeseen busing costs, providing direct financial support to maintain educational operations and avoid budget strain.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Funding School Transportation

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passed · Massachusetts · House May 2, 2025

H 610: An Act relative to foundation budget review commission permanence

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 610) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others for legislation to permanently establish the Foundation Budget Review Commission. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationPermanently establishing Foundation Budget Review Commission ensures ongoing review of school funding mechanisms, supporting equitable education budgeting and stability.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Dec 1, 2025

H 1424: An Act relative to higher education capital investment in gateway cities

By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1424) of Antonio F. D. Cabral relative to higher education capital investments in gateway municipalities or abutting municipalities. Higher Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates capital investments for higher education infrastructure in gateway cities, directly funding institutional development per title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 30, 2026

S 459: An Act to expand dual enrollment for high school students in Gateway Cities

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 459) of John C. Velis for legislation to expand dual enrollment for high school students in Gateway Cities. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly expands dual enrollment access for high school students in Gateway Cities, directly advancing educational access and opportunity per topic description.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House May 2, 2025

H 3942: An Act relative to increasing the safety and security in schools

By Representative Tarsky of Needham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3942) of Joshua Tarsky relative to safety and security in schools. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly addresses school safety as part of educational infrastructure, directly advancing student and staff protection within schools, a core educational support measure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety

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passed · Massachusetts · House May 23, 2025

H 531: An Act supporting families of students with disabilities

By Representative Consalvo of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 531) of Rob Consalvo relative to school transportation cost reimbursement for families of students with disabilities. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationReimburses transportation costs for students with disabilities, enhancing educational access and support for families.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Transportation

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introduced · Massachusetts · House May 29, 2025

HD 4724: A communication from the Department of Higher Education (see item 7100-4003 of Section 2 of Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2024) submitting a report on the methodology used to distribute funds to the Hunger Free Campus Pilot Program

HD 4724 is a report submitted by the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education detailing how funds for the Hunger Free Campus Pilot Program were distributed. It explains that funding was allocated proportionally based on the percentage of Pell-eligible students (indicating financial need) at each participating institution, including community colleges, state universities, UMass campuses, and minority-serving institutions. The report supports initiatives like expanding access to meal programs, food pantries, and nutrition benefits to address student food insecurity. This distribution method directly affects 31 institutions receiving grants for campus-based food security projects.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationDetails funding allocation for Hunger Free Campus Pilot Program, supporting student meal access at institutions including minority-serving schools and community colleges.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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