H 738
An Act relative to civic test requirements for graduation
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Bill overview
This bill proposes that Massachusetts high school students must pass a civics test before receiving their diploma. The bill would require schools to administer a standardized civics test to graduating students, assessing their knowledge of U.S. government and civic responsibilities. Supporters argue this would improve students’ understanding of their roles as citizens and strengthen civic engagement. The bill is currently under review by the Joint Committee on Education.
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Marcus S. Vaughn
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Marcus S. Vaughn
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Bill H.738 194th (Current)
An Act relative to civic test requirements for graduation
By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 738) of Marcus S. Vaughn relative to requiring high school students to pass a civics test prior to graduation. Education.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Marcus S. Vaughn Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Education
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.738
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Education |
| 2/27/2025 | 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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