S360
An Act relative to school start times for middle and high school students
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Bill overview
This bill aims to establish later start times for middle and high school students in Massachusetts. It seeks to align school schedules with the biological needs of adolescents, potentially improving student health, academic performance, and overall well-being. The bill proposes a shift in the current school start times to better accommodate adolescent sleep patterns. It is currently being reviewed by the Education committee.
Key provisions
- Requires a study on the impact of later school start times.
- Encourages school districts to consider adjusting school schedules.
- Addresses the need for later start times to align with adolescent sleep cycles.
- Supports improved student health and academic outcomes.
Who is affected
- Middle school students
- High school students
- School districts in Massachusetts
- Parents of students
- Educators
Notable changes
- The bill proposes a shift in the current school start times.
- It emphasizes the importance of aligning school schedules with adolescent sleep needs.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Dylan A. Fernandes
Cosponsor
Zorianna Petrosyan
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Bill S.360 194th (Current)
An Act relative to school start times for middle and high school students
By Mr. Fernandes (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 360) of Zorianna Petrosyan, for legislation relative to school start times for middle and high school students. Education.
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Bill Information
Presenting Legislator is not a sponsor of this measure.
Presenter: Dylan A. Fernandes (By Request)
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.360
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Education |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/6/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 12/4/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2792 |
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