S 348
An Act providing in-district transportation funding
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This bill aims to provide dedicated funding for transportation costs incurred by schools within Massachusetts to transport students. Currently, transportation for students, particularly those with special needs or attending schools outside of their local district, can be a significant financial burden for schools. The legislation seeks to ensure that schools receive adequate and consistent funding to cover these transportation expenses, promoting equitable access to education for all students. It builds upon previous attempts to address similar issues within the state.
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Bruce E. Tarr
Jacob R. Oliveira
James B. Eldridge
James K. Hawkins
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Bill S.348 194th (Current)
An Act providing in-district transportation funding
By Ms. Edwards, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 348) of Lydia Edwards, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., Vanna Howard, Michael D. Brady and other members of the General Court for legislation to provide in-district transportation funding for students. Education.
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Presenter: Lydia Edwards
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.348
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Education |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 9/22/2025 | Senate | Accompanied S400 |
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