Bill > S367

This bill modifies existing Massachusetts law regarding student representation on school committees by expanding student voting rights and representation. Specifically, the bill requires school committees in cities, towns, and regional school districts to recognize two student representatives who will be elected by student bodies before June 1st each year and who will have full voting rights on all matters before the committee. These student representatives will serve without compensation and cannot attend executive sessions unless explicitly permitted. Additionally, the bill establishes a student advisory committee with a flexible number of members, whose purpose is to support the elected student representatives by helping them perform their duties and connect students with their representatives. This change aims to increase student participation and representation in local school governance, giving students a more direct voice in educational decision-making processes at the district level.

Education

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S367