Education (Curriculum)

passed · Massachusetts · House Sep 2, 2025

H 613: 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 education frameworks without restricting content or funding.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Dec 4, 2025

H 46: An Act requiring financial education in schools

This bill requires schools to provide financial education as part of their curriculum, directly affecting students in public schools. It adopts recommendations from the Department of the State Treasurer (specifically referenced from House No. 35) regarding basic money management topics. The key provision mandates that schools integrate financial literacy content into their teaching, though the abstract does not specify exact grade levels, curriculum details, or implementation timelines. The bill focuses on establishing this educational requirement without detailing enforcement mechanisms or funding sources.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates financial literacy curriculum integration, advancing student program requirements per topic description.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Dec 18, 2025

H 725: An Act teaching anti-racism in Massachusetts schools

By Representative Tyler of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 725) of Chynah Tyler for legislation to establish a permanent commission on anti-racist education to develop anti-racist curriculum for the public schools. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes commission to develop anti-racist curriculum for public schools, directly advancing educational content and curriculum standards under K-12 education policies.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 5, 2026

H 655: An Act to promote comprehensive and inclusive curriculum in schools

By Representatives Nguyen of Andover and Ultrino of Malden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 655) of Tram T. Nguyen, Steven Ultrino and others relative to comprehensive and inclusive curriculum in public schools. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly promotes comprehensive and inclusive curriculum in public schools, advancing educational policy per title and summary.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 30, 2026

S 398: 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 establishes programs of study and graduation requirements to enhance student college/career readiness and civic engagement, directly advancing educational outcomes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Curriculum

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 3, 2025

S 395: 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 and culturally inclusive K-12 curriculum, advancing educational content and inclusivity in schools.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 30, 2025

H 4670: An Act relative to personal financial literacy education

H 4670 requires Massachusetts public middle and high schools to provide personal financial literacy education starting in the 2026-2027 school year. It creates a dedicated fund to support this effort, financed by state appropriations, private donations (with safeguards against undue influence), and interest, which schools can use for curriculum materials, teacher training, and competitive grants. The law mandates specific topics like budgeting, credit, investing, and digital safety, while prioritizing underserved schools and requiring annual public reports on fund usage and program implementation. This directly affects all public schools and students in grades 6-12 by integrating financial skills into their education.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state appropriations to fund financial literacy education, directly advancing public service funding under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates personal financial literacy education in schools with dedicated funding for curriculum and teacher training, advancing educational programs.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly mandates 'digital safety' as a required topic in financial literacy curriculum, supporting digital safety (a component of cybersecurity/digital rights within technology policy).80% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Oct 29, 2025

H 4672: An Act relative to teacher preparation and student literacy.

H 4672 requires Massachusetts school districts to use evidence-based literacy instruction for kindergarten through grade 3, banning methods like "three-cueing" (guessing from pictures or context) and mandating curricula aligned with five research-backed reading skills: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Districts must select "high-quality" curricula approved by the education department, though they can apply for waivers or pilot programs with specific reporting requirements. The bill also mandates annual data reporting on literacy implementation and creates resources for teacher training on evidence-based methods. It directly affects K-3 teachers, school districts, and curriculum developers by changing how reading programs are selected and evaluated.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates evidence-based literacy instruction for K-3, bans ineffective methods, and requires research-backed curricula to improve student reading outcomes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum Teachers

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 13, 2025

S 336: 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 EducationMandates LGBTQ+ inclusive curriculum content, enhancing educational access and diversity in K-12 education95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 17, 2025

S 322: 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 promotes racially and culturally inclusive K-12 curriculum, directly advancing educational content standards per topic description.95% confidence

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