H4456
An Act expanding licensure opportunity for school counselors
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Bill overview
This bill aims to broaden the opportunities for individuals to become licensed school counselors in Massachusetts. It seeks to remove barriers to licensure, potentially allowing more qualified candidates to serve in schools. The bill is part of a series of similar proposals focused on expanding access to school counseling services. It is currently under review by the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Key provisions
- Expands licensure opportunities for school counselors.
- Removes barriers to obtaining school counseling licensure.
- Addresses the shortage of school counselors in Massachusetts.
- Likely involves changes to the requirements for school counselor licensure.
- Related to existing legislation H.383 and S.2706.
Who is affected
- School counselors
- Students in Massachusetts public schools
- The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
- Potential school counselors seeking licensure
Notable changes
- The specific changes to licensure requirements are not detailed in the metadata.
- This bill is part of a series of similar proposals, suggesting a broader effort to address school counselor shortages.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
Cosponsors
Andres X. Vargas
Natalie M. Higgins
Ryan M. Hamilton
Samantha Montaño
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An Act expanding licensure opportunity for school counselors
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 3 actions for Bill H.4456
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 9/8/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure |
| 9/8/2025 | House | New draft of H383 |
| 9/8/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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