Bill > H4000

Here is a summary of the key provisions of the bill: This bill is a comprehensive appropriations act for fiscal year 2026, allocating funds to various state agencies, departments, and programs. The bill includes several notable features: The total budget appropriates funds across multiple areas, including education, public safety, health and human services, transportation, and local aid. Key highlights include: 1. Education Funding: - $7.1 billion for Chapter 70 school aid to cities and towns - $240 million in additional minimum aid funding - $94 million for a free community college program - $24 million for MassReconnect scholarship program for adult students - Funding for various scholarship and support programs for students 2. Early Education and Care: - $360 million in operational grants for child care providers - $15 million to reduce waitlists for income-eligible early education programs 3. Health and Human Services: - Continued support for MassHealth and healthcare programs - Funding for substance abuse treatment and prevention - Support for elder care and mental health services 4. Transportation: - Significant funding for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) - Funding for regional transit authorities - Support for transportation infrastructure 5. Local Aid: - $1.3 billion in unrestricted general government aid to cities and towns The bill also includes provisions for workforce development, public safety, climate initiatives, and various grant programs across different state agencies. It emphasizes equity, support for vulnerable populations, and investments in education and workforce training.

House Committee on Ways and Means (H)

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4000