Bill > H4671

This bill modifies existing Massachusetts law to expand student access to the state seal of biliteracy, which is an award recognizing students who have achieved proficiency in multiple languages. Specifically, the bill amends Section 1Q of Chapter 69 of the General Laws by allowing alternative assessments or equivalent methods for demonstrating language skills, in addition to the currently recognized assessment system. By inserting the phrase "or other assessment or equivalent alternative that the board shall establish" into the existing law, the bill provides the state board of education with flexibility to create additional pathways for students to qualify for the seal of biliteracy. This change could help more students, particularly those from diverse linguistic backgrounds or with non-traditional language learning experiences, to be recognized for their multilingual abilities.

Budget and Finance

House Committee on Ways and Means (House)

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4671