Bill > S2031

This bill aims to create a Grade Improvement Tax Credit (GITC) in Massachusetts that provides financial incentives to volunteer educators who help individuals improve their academic achievement by at least one grade level. The bill establishes a framework where individuals seeking to improve their academic skills will be assessed for their current competence level, and qualified volunteers from accredited educational organizations can assist them in advancing their grade level. When a student successfully improves their grade level, their assisting sponsor (AS) will receive a tax credit ranging from $750 to $2,200, with the exact amount subject to adjustment based on standards set by the Massachusetts Department of Education. The tax credit amounts may be periodically updated to reflect inflation, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The Massachusetts Department of Education will be responsible for establishing standards to approve volunteer educators, tracking program results, and regularly analyzing the effectiveness of the GITC program. The underlying goal is to encourage continued learning, support individuals in improving their academic skills, and create a structured system for educational advancement.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2031