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MA H623

Concerning athletic activities of students with disabilities


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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 athletic activities of students with disabilities. Education.

AI Summary

This bill aims to ensure that students with disabilities have equal opportunities to participate in mainstream physical education and athletic programs in public schools. It requires school districts to provide reasonable modifications, aids, or services to enable students with disabilities to participate to the fullest extent possible in these programs. The bill also mandates the availability of adapted or unified sports programs, and allows the state athletic association to establish interscholastic athletic programs for students with disabilities participating in such programs. The bill is intended to promote inclusion and accessibility for students with disabilities in school-based physical activities.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5143 (on 09/01/2022)

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