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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 5, 2026

H 4622: An Act to protect the lives of student athletes; Freddy’s law

By Representative Walsh of Peabody and Senator Lovely, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Thomas P. Walsh and Sally P. Kerans for legislation to authorize electrocardiogram screenings prior to participation in interscholastic athletic competitions. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates electrocardiogram screenings for student athletes in K-12 sports, directly protecting student safety within school athletic programs.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Nov 18, 2025

H 607: An Act relative to special education reimbursement programs

By Representative Howitt of Seekonk, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 607) of Steven S. Howitt for legislation to increase reimbursements for certain special education programs. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases reimbursements for special education programs, directly funding K-12 support services per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Apr 21, 2026

H 4325: An Act to grant state income tax exemption for school fees and charges

By Representative Garry of Dracut, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Colleen M. Garry relative to income tax deductions for certain school expenses. Revenue.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesGrants income tax exemption for school fees, providing tax relief to families - directly reduces taxable income aligning with support indicators90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationTax exemption for school fees reduces family costs, increasing access to education. Directly supports affordability and access as per indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 19, 2025

S 2706: An Act expanding licensure opportunity for school counselors.

Senate, November 19, 2025 -- The committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 283) of Pavel M. Payano, Joan B. Lovely, Jason M. Lewis, Brendan P. Crighton and other members of the Senate for legislation to expand licensure opportunity for school counselors, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2706).

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands licensure opportunity for school counselors, directly enhancing K-12 educational support services and student access to counseling resources.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 7, 2025

H 2303: An Act relative to special education reserve funds

By Representative LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2303) of Kathleen R. LaNatra and others relative to school district reserve funds to pay for unanticipated or unbudgeted costs for special education. Municipalities and Regional Government.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates reserve funds to cover unanticipated special education costs, ensuring financial stability for school districts without defunding or restricting services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 28, 2025

H 1467: An Act to facilitate student financial assistance

By Representatives Vargas of Haverhill and Tyler of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1467) of Andres X. Vargas, Chynah Tyler and others for legislation to facilitate student financial assistance. Higher Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly facilitates student financial assistance in higher education, directly advancing funding access for students per title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid

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passed · Massachusetts · House Aug 28, 2025

H 1455: An Act relative to college in high school

By Representatives Roy of Franklin and Lipper-Garabedian of Melrose, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1455) of Jeffrey N. Roy, Kate Lipper-Garabedian and Manny Cruz relative high schools providing and funding college programs. Higher Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds college programs in high schools, expanding access to higher education opportunities for students.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education

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passed · Massachusetts · House Sep 8, 2025

H 2221: An Act relative to student mental health

By Representatives Lewis of Framingham and Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2221) of Jack Patrick Lewis, Natalie M. Higgins and others for legislation to require that student identification cards contain suicide prevention lifeline contact information. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires suicide prevention lifeline on student IDs, enhancing mental health support programs in schools per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates suicide prevention lifeline info on student IDs, directly enhancing mental health access and prevention services per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Mental Health Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · House Sep 15, 2025

H 718: An Act to reduce out-of-school suspensions

By Representative Tarsky of Needham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 718) of Joshua Tarsky for legislation to reduce out-of-school suspensions. Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly aims to reduce out-of-school suspensions, promoting student retention and equitable school environments within K-12 education policies.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 5, 2026

H 1443: An Act relative to higher education tuition and fee waivers for seniors

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1443) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to higher education tuition and fee waivers for seniors. Higher Education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides tuition/fee waivers for seniors in higher education, increasing access and affordability for this demographic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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