H3980
An Act establishing LGBTQIA+ parent advisory councils in the Commonwealth
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to create LGBTQIA+ parent advisory councils in public schools across Massachusetts. These councils would provide input and advice to school officials on matters related to LGBTQIA+ students and families. The goal is to ensure that the perspectives and experiences of LGBTQIA+ parents are considered in school policies and programs. This would help create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all students.
Key provisions
- Establish LGBTQIA+ parent advisory councils in public schools.
- These councils will advise schools on LGBTQIA+ student and family matters.
- The councils will provide input on school policies and programs.
- The bill aims to foster a more inclusive school environment.
- The councils will be comprised of LGBTQIA+ parents.
Who is affected
- LGBTQIA+ parents
- Students in public schools
- Public schools in Massachusetts
- School officials
- Families in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- This bill introduces a new mechanism for LGBTQIA+ parent input in schools.
- It expands on previous efforts to ensure representation of parent advisory councils.
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Primary sponsor
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
James B. Eldridge
Patricia D. Jehlen
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Bill H.3980 194th (Current)
An Act establishing LGBTQIA+ parent advisory councils in the Commonwealth
By Representative Gentile of Sudbury, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Carmine Lawrence Gentile, Liz Miranda and Samantha Montaño for legislation to establish LGBTQIA+ parent advisory councils in public schools. Education.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Carmine Lawrence Gentile Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Education
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.3980
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 3/24/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules, reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Education |
| 3/31/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/12/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 2/9/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
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