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MA H637

Relative to providing students with technology


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the best methods of acquiring technology for students. Education.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a commission to research the best methods of acquiring technology for students. The commission will identify and review current policies, evaluate the effects of providing students with personal computers or tablets, assess companies' interest in partnering to provide devices, explore incentives for companies to participate, and recommend evidence-based strategies to improve digital equity at a reasonable cost. The commission will include representatives from state government, education organizations, and community groups, and will submit a final report with its findings and recommendations by December 31, 2021.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5073 (on 08/25/2022)

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