S440
An Act relative to Chapter 70 inflation relief
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to increase funding for Massachusetts public schools through the Chapter 70 program. It aims to adjust the state’s financial allocation to schools to account for the rising costs of inflation. The bill proposes to provide additional resources to help schools meet the increased expenses they are facing. This adjustment is intended to mitigate the impact of inflation on school budgets and educational programs.
Key provisions
- Increases state funding for the Chapter 70 program.
- Adjusts funding levels to reflect rising inflation costs.
- Targets public schools in Massachusetts.
- Addresses the financial challenges faced by schools due to inflation.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts public schools
- Students in Massachusetts public schools
- School districts in Massachusetts
- Parents of students in Massachusetts public schools
- Taxpayers in Massachusetts
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Primary sponsor
Pavel M. Payano
Cosponsors
Colleen M. Garry
Pavel M. Payano
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Bill S.440 194th (Current)
An Act relative to Chapter 70 inflation relief
By Mr. Payano, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 440) of Pavel M. Payano for legislation to adjust the state funding allocated to public schools in Massachusetts (through the "Chapter 70" program) to account for rising inflation costs. Education.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Pavel M. Payano
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.440
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Education |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/2/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 9/22/2025 | Senate | Accompanied S400 |
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