H4511
An Act reforming charter school funding in Massachusetts
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Bill overview
This bill aims to reform how charter schools in Massachusetts are funded. It seeks to address concerns about equity and transparency in the current funding system, potentially altering the way state funds are allocated to charter schools. The specific details of the proposed changes are still being developed through hearings and committee review. The goal is to ensure that charter schools are funded fairly and effectively serve all students.
Key provisions
- Revises the formula for distributing state funds to charter schools.
- Increases transparency in charter school financial reporting.
- Addresses concerns about equitable access to charter schools.
- May include provisions related to charter school oversight and accountability.
Who is affected
- Charter schools in Massachusetts
- Students attending charter schools
- Parents of students attending charter schools
- The Massachusetts Department of Education
- State taxpayers
Notable changes
- Potential changes to the funding formula used for charter schools.
- Possible requirements for increased financial reporting by charter schools.
- Could lead to adjustments in the number of charter schools authorized.
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Bill H.4511 194th (Current)
An Act reforming charter school funding in Massachusetts
By Representative Domb of Amherst, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Mindy Domb relative to charter school funding. Education.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Mindy Domb Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Education
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.4511
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 7/7/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules |
| 9/8/2025 | House | Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Education |
| 9/11/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 9/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:20 PM in Gardner Auditorium Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 12/31/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
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