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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish a curriculum on personal financial literacy in the public schools. Education.
AI Summary
This bill aims to establish a curriculum on personal financial literacy in public schools in Massachusetts. It requires the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to develop and implement standards and objectives on personal financial literacy for grades pre-kindergarten through 12, covering topics such as understanding loans, credit card debt, saving and investing, banking, taxes, and charitable giving. The department is also required to make resources and cost-effective professional development available to schools. Additionally, the bill establishes an advisory committee to study existing financial literacy programs and provide recommendations on best practices and improvements.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (9)
Carole Fiola (D),
Carmine Gentile (D),
Danielle Gregoire (D),
Stephen Hay (D),
Kay Khan (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Matt Muratore (R),
Jeff Roy (D),
Aaron Vega (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5159 (on 12/03/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H472 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H472.pdf |
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