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MA S160

MA S160
Relative to Social Work Uplifting Practices and Exam Removal (“The SUPER Act”)


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
04/06/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to Social Work Uplifting Practices and Exam Removal (“The SUPER Act”). Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

AI Summary

This bill, titled the "Relative to Social Work Uplifting Practices and Exam Removal (The SUPER Act)," aims to address several aspects of social work practice in Massachusetts. It establishes a field placement grant program (FPGP) to provide funding and support to Masters of Social Work (MSW) students, particularly from historically marginalized and low-income communities, to help recruit and retain a diverse social work workforce in the state. The bill also removes the requirement for licensed social workers to pass an exam, simplifying the licensing process. Additionally, it allows licensed independent clinical social workers (LICSWs) to receive continuing education credits for providing supervision to other social work professionals, incentivizing mentorship and professional development within the field.

Committee Categories

Education, Labor and Employment

Sponsors (26)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see S2673 (on 04/01/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S160
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S160.pdf
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