S 944
An Act relative to advanced placement examinations
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to allow students in Massachusetts to use Advanced Placement (AP) examination scores to fulfill degree requirements at colleges and universities. Currently, AP credits may not always be accepted towards a degree, and this legislation aims to standardize the process for recognizing and applying these scores. The bill proposes to establish a clear framework for how AP credits can be used to satisfy specific course requirements within degree programs. It is intended to provide greater flexibility for students who have excelled in AP courses.
Key provisions
- Allows AP examination scores to be used to satisfy degree requirements.
- Establishes a process for colleges and universities to accept AP credits.
- Specifies how AP credits can be applied to fulfill specific course requirements.
- Aims to increase student flexibility in completing degree programs.
Who is affected
- Students
- Colleges and Universities
- Higher Education Institutions
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Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
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Bill S.944 194th (Current)
An Act relative to advanced placement examinations
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 944) of Michael O. Moore for legislation relative to advance placement examinations to satisfy degree requirements. Higher Education.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Michael O. Moore Special Attachments: Committee - Senate member votes
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.944
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Higher Education |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 4/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/05/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 6/23/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2536 |
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