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MA S671

Relative to state reciprocity agreements


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to state reciprocity agreements. Higher Education.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the Massachusetts Board of Higher Education to enter into interstate reciprocity agreements that allow accredited degree-granting institutions in Massachusetts to voluntarily participate in such agreements and provide distance education programs to students in other states. The authority granted applies only to distance learning programs and does not affect other approvals or exemptions required under Massachusetts law. The bill also clarifies that the Attorney General's authority to enforce consumer protection laws, including Chapter 93A and the federal Consumer Financial Protection Act of 2010, is not affected by this legislation.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2487 (on 04/26/2018)

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