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MA H506

MA H506
Relative to non-academic surveys administered in a public school


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to require school districts to adopt a policy governing the administration of non-academic surveys or questionnaires to students. Education.

AI Summary

This bill requires school districts to adopt a policy governing the administration of non-academic surveys or questionnaires to students. The policy must include provisions to notify parents or legal guardians about the surveys, obtain written consent before requiring students to participate, make the surveys available for review at least 10 days prior to distribution, and allow parents or guardians to opt out of the surveys. "Non-academic survey or questionnaire" is defined as any document designed to elicit information about a student's social behavior, family life, religion, politics, sexual orientation, sexual activity, drug use, or other non-academic topics. The bill would take effect 60 days after its passage.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (12)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5159 (on 12/03/2020)

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