S314
An Act to provide a sustainable future for rural schools
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Bill overview
This bill, titled ‘An Act to provide a sustainable future for rural schools,’ aims to support and strengthen schools in Massachusetts’s rural communities. It seeks to address the unique challenges faced by these schools, potentially through increased funding or specific programs. The bill was introduced as a petition and has been referred to the Education committee for consideration. Multiple similar bills have been introduced concurrently.
Key provisions
- Supports schools in rural Massachusetts.
- Addresses challenges faced by rural schools.
- Potential for increased funding or targeted programs.
- Currently under review by the Education committee.
Who is affected
- Rural schools in Massachusetts
- Students attending rural schools
- School administrators in rural schools
- Educators in rural schools
Notable changes
- Multiple similar bills (S.2870, H.517, H.3567, S.2388, H.4425) have been introduced concurrently, suggesting a broader interest in this issue.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Joanne M. Comerford
Cosponsors
Dylan A. Fernandes
III John Barrett
Jacob R. Oliveira
James B. Eldridge
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Bill S.314 194th (Current)
An Act to provide a sustainable future for rural schools
By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 314) of Joanne M. Comerford, Vanna Howard, Michael D. Brady, Jacob R. Oliveira and other members of the General Court for legislation to provide a sustainable future for rural schools. Education.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Joanne M. Comerford
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.314
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Education |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 12/29/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2870 |
Similar Bills
H.517 194th (Current)
An Act to provide a sustainable future for rural schools
S.2870 194th (Current)
An Act to provide a sustainable future for rural schools
H.3567 193rd (2023 - 2024)
An Act to provide a sustainable future for rural schools
S.2388 193rd (2023 - 2024)
An Act to provide a sustainable future for rural schools
H.4425 193rd (2023 - 2024)
An Act to provide a sustainable future for rural schools
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