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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 17, 2025

S 412: An Act providing for the creation of a permanent commission relative to the education of American Indian and Alaska Native residents of the Commonwealth

By Ms. Miranda, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 412) of Liz Miranda and Joanne M. Comerford for legislation to establish a permanent commission on American Indian and Alaska Native education. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates permanent commission to address educational needs of American Indian/Alaska Native communities, advancing equity and targeted support in education policy.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 17, 2025

S 330: An Act to end discriminatory outcomes in vocational school admissions

By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 330) of John J. Cronin and Vanna Howard for legislation to ensure that all students have an equal chance of being admitted to vocational programs. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly aims to ensure equal admission to vocational programs, expanding educational access and removing discriminatory barriers in school admissions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Nov 17, 2025

H 4745: An Act promoting safe technology use and distraction-free education for youth

This bill requires public schools and districts to adopt policies restricting personal electronic device use during school hours and school activities to reduce distractions and support learning. The state education department must provide a model policy including secure device storage options, methods for parents to contact students during the day (including emergencies), and enforcement rules that prevent unfair discipline. Schools must file their adopted policies annually by September 1, with exceptions for students with disabilities, health accommodations, or emergencies. The policy must not lead to student expulsion or suspension solely for device use violations.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates device restrictions to reduce distractions and support learning, directly enhancing educational environment per its title and summary.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts personal electronic device use in schools to reduce distractions, directly limiting technology access in educational settings.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Safety

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 17, 2025

H 589: An Act relative to science curriculum standards

By Representative Gordon of Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 589) of Kenneth I. Gordon relative to science curriculum standards. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes science curriculum standards, directly strengthening educational standards for K-12 schools as part of curriculum policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 17, 2025

H 628: An Act relative to celebrating and teaching Native American culture and history

By Representative Lewis of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 628) of Jack Patrick Lewis relative to the teaching of Native American culture and history. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates inclusion of Native American culture/history in curriculum, enhancing educational content per bill title and summary.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 18, 2025

H 505: An Act providing state support for municipal private special education costs

By Representative Arena-DeRosa of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 505) of James C. Arena-DeRosa relative to private special education costs. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides state funding for private special education costs, directly strengthening K-12 special education support and access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 12, 2026

H 210: An Act to promote equity in school attendance requirements

By Representatives Cruz of Salem and Arriaga of Chicopee, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 210) of Manny Cruz and Natalie M. Higgins relative to school attendance requirements for certain aid programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill promotes equity in school attendance requirements for aid programs, directly enhancing educational access and fairness in K-12 systems.95% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Nov 18, 2025

H 4750: An Act to build resilient infrastructure to generate higher-ed transformation

This bill allocates $1.25 billion in state funds for capital improvements at Massachusetts public higher education institutions (state universities, community colleges, and vocational schools). It directly affects these institutions by funding deferred maintenance, modernization, decarbonization, lab upgrades, and facility renovations to support educational missions and regional economic development. Key provisions include $80 million for energy efficiency projects, $100 million for repurposing campus buildings into housing, and $120 million for student support facilities and collaborations between community colleges and vocational schools. The bill requires annual reporting on project progress and outcomes, such as student participation in collaborative programs, to ensure accountability.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $1.25B for capital improvements at public higher ed institutions, including deferred maintenance, modernization, and lab upgrades to support educational missions.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAllocates $80M for energy efficiency projects and explicitly includes decarbonization in facility upgrades, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Energy Efficiency

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 449: An Act relative to educator license accountability

By Mr. Tarr (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 449) of Kevin Wood, for legislation relative to educator license accountability. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill focuses on educator license accountability, aiming to maintain professional standards and quality in education, aligning with supporting teacher accountability measures.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Teachers

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 386: An Act addressing racial and cultural bias training in educator professional development

By Ms. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 386) of Robyn K. Kennedy for legislation to address racial and cultural bias training in educator professional development. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates racial/cultural bias training for educators in professional development, directly enhancing inclusive teaching practices and educator preparedness in schools.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Teachers

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