S 935
An Act protecting students and increasing accountability at Massachusetts colleges and universities
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This bill, S.935, aims to reform how Massachusetts colleges and universities determine eligibility for state financial aid. It focuses on increasing accountability for students receiving this aid and addressing institutional eligibility requirements. The legislation seeks to ensure that state funds are directed towards students who demonstrate a commitment to completing their education and are likely to succeed. It builds upon previous similar proposals to improve the system for student financial assistance.
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Bill S.935 194th (Current)
An Act protecting students and increasing accountability at Massachusetts colleges and universities
By Mr. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 935) of Edward J. Kennedy for legislation to reform institutional eligibility requirements for state-based financial aid. Higher Education.
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Presenter: Edward J. Kennedy
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.935
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Higher Education |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/16/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 11/13/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2702 |
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