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MA H4463

To establish an office of youth development


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Introduced
02/22/2022
In Committee
02/22/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

To establish an office of youth development

AI Summary

This bill establishes an Office of Youth Development within the Department of Public Health to create pilot programs in 11 Massachusetts cities. The programs will provide coordinated, comprehensive youth development services focused on improving health, life, and academic outcomes for youth, including activities outside of school hours and year-round. The programs will emphasize social-emotional development, anti-violent and anti-gang behaviors, job opportunities, financial literacy, and other areas. The bill creates a Youth Development Fund to sustain the pilot programs for 5 years, with up to $100,000 allocated per program annually.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (6)

Other Sponsors (1)

Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities (J)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)

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