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MA H427

MA H427
Relative to Massachusetts Public Libraries and home educated children


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Introduced
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to access to public library books by home educated children. Education.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend Section 8 of Chapter 78 of the Massachusetts General Laws, which pertains to public libraries. Specifically, it adds a new provision stating that no free town public library in Massachusetts shall deny the loan of its books or other library materials to any child who is being educated at home, provided that the child's parent or guardian presents proof of their home education status when requesting the loan. This change aims to ensure that home-educated children have the same access to library resources as other residents.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4592 (on 08/29/2016)

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