S331
An Act relative to student access and return on investment of college and career pathways programs
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve the effectiveness of college and career pathways programs in Massachusetts by requiring a biannual audit. The audit will focus on ensuring equitable access to these programs and evaluating their return on investment for students. Specifically, the bill mandates a review of program performance and outcomes to identify areas for improvement and ensure they are meeting student needs. This legislation seeks to enhance accountability and maximize the benefits of these programs for participating students.
Key provisions
- Requires biannual audits of college and career pathways programs.
- The audits will assess student access to these programs.
- The audits will evaluate the return on investment for students participating in these programs.
- The bill directs the committee on education to oversee the audit process.
Who is affected
- Students participating in college and career pathways programs
- College and career pathways programs in Massachusetts
- The Committee on Education
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Primary sponsor
John J. Cronin
Cosponsor
John J. Cronin
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Bill S.331 194th (Current)
An Act relative to student access and return on investment of college and career pathways programs
By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 331) of John J. Cronin for legislation to conduct a biannual audit on college and career pathways programs. Education.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: John J. Cronin Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Education
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill S.331
| 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 |
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