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MA H578

MA H578
Relative to vocational and trade school classes for public school students


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

Introduced Session

194th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to vocational and trade school classes for public school students. Education.

AI Summary

This bill proposes an amendment to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 74 that allows non-vocational and trade public high schools and middle schools to offer vocational and trade learning opportunities for students who cannot attend dedicated regional vocational schools. The provision is optional for local school districts and specifically targets students who: (1) have not been accepted into a vocational or trade school program, (2) have previously left a vocational or trade school, or (3) reside within the public school district. The bill requires the Department of Education to provide guidance on implementing these alternative vocational learning programs and to develop a waiver program that will facilitate access for schools and students. By creating this new optional pathway, the legislation aims to expand vocational education opportunities for students who might otherwise be unable to access specialized trade training.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:20 PM in Gardner Auditorium Hearing updated to New End Time (on 09/30/2025)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H578
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H578.pdf
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