H 618
An Act relative to tuition-free universal full-day kindergarten
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to make full-day kindergarten tuition-free for all children in Massachusetts. The goal is to provide universal access to early education, aiming to improve educational outcomes and reduce disparities. It would expand access to kindergarten for families regardless of income. The bill is currently under review by the Joint Committee on Education.
Key provisions
- Makes kindergarten tuition-free for all Massachusetts students.
- Aims to increase access to full-day kindergarten programs.
- Supports equitable access to early education.
- The bill is currently being reviewed by the Joint Committee on Education.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts Public School Students
- Families with young children
- School Districts
- The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Notable changes
- Eliminates tuition costs for kindergarten.
- Expands access to universal full-day kindergarten.
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Primary sponsor
Patrick Joseph Kearney
Cosponsors
Danillo A. Sena
John F. Keenan
Patrick Joseph Kearney
Patrick M. O'Connor
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Bill H.618 194th (Current)
An Act relative to tuition-free universal full-day kindergarten
By Representative Kearney of Scituate, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 618) of Patrick Joseph Kearney and Danillo A. Sena relative to tuition-free universal full-day kindergarten. Education.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Patrick Joseph Kearney Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Education
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Bill History
Displaying 3 actions for Bill H.618
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Education |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 8/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/02/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2 |
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