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MA S2449

Establishing a Commonwealth citizen service initiative


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Introduced
04/19/2018
In Committee
04/19/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish the Massachusetts Service Alliance,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2449).

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Massachusetts Service Alliance (MSA), a commission that will advise and assist in developing and implementing a statewide plan for promoting volunteer involvement and citizen participation. The MSA will coordinate community service and volunteer opportunities, serve as an advocate for volunteers, and act as a clearinghouse for related information. The bill also requires public schools to provide community service-learning opportunities as part of academic courses, and establishes the Commonwealth Student Corps program to connect students with service projects at public higher education institutions. Additionally, the bill creates student loan repayment, scholarship, and housing voucher programs to encourage participation in community service and volunteerism.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 04/19/2018)

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