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MA S714
Resolve establishing a special commission relative to reducing the costs associated with the purchase of college textbooks
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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish a special commission relative to reducing the costs associated with the purchase of college textbooks. Higher Education.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a special commission to investigate and study the college textbook industry. The commission will examine the costs of purchasing textbooks and study materials, review information on offering lower-cost options like soft cover, one-color, and digital texts, and explore the effective use of e-textbooks. The commission will also review changes in textbook editions and the cost savings related to maintaining a current edition, encourage colleges to implement buy-back and book swap programs, and provide incentives to schools that offer such programs. The commission will consist of 15 members, including legislators, representatives from higher education institutions, the college textbook publishing industry, faculty, and a student trustee. The commission will report its findings and recommendations to the legislature by December 31, 2017.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2169 (on 10/02/2017)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S714 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S714.pdf |
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