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MA S941

MA S941
Designating the Senator Bill Owens Center at the University of Massachusetts Boston


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Introduced
02/27/2025
In Committee
12/24/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

194th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to rename the Center for African, Caribbean & Community Development at the University of Massachusetts Boston as the Senator Bill Owens Center. Higher Education.

AI Summary

This bill renames the Center for African, Caribbean & Community Development at the University of Massachusetts Boston to the Senator Bill Owens Center, honoring Bill Owens' service and dedication to the Commonwealth. The bill requires the University of Massachusetts Boston's Chancellor, in consultation with the Board of Trustees, to install and maintain appropriate designation markers according to university standards. Additionally, the bill stipulates that the Department of Higher Education shall provide at least $250,000 in funding, subject to appropriation, to support the installation of markers and create programming that commemorates the center's renaming. By formally recognizing Senator Bill Owens through this legislative action, the bill seeks to celebrate his contributions and legacy within the university and broader community.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 12/24/2025)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S941
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S941.pdf
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