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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
Relative to mandatory recess time in elementary schools. Education.
AI Summary
This bill requires public elementary schools in Massachusetts to maintain the current amount of time allotted and provided to students for recess, even if the school adopts new standards or curriculum that could otherwise reduce recess time. The term "elementary school" is defined to include grades 1 through 5, and may also include middle schools or intermediate-level schools providing instruction to grades 5 through 6, if designated by the school committee. The purpose of this bill is to ensure that students continue to have dedicated time for physical and social activities during the school day, despite potential changes to educational requirements.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
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/H454 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H454.pdf |
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