An Act relative to education or training activities for purposes of meeting the Department of Transitional Assistance work requirement
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill modifies the requirements for individuals receiving assistance from the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) who are pursuing master’s degrees. It allows certain educational activities, including master’s degree programs, to be considered work toward meeting the DTA’s work requirement, potentially reducing the barriers to accessing benefits for those seeking advanced education. The bill aims to provide greater flexibility in how individuals demonstrate their commitment to employment while pursuing higher education.
Key provisions
- Allows certain master’s degree programs to be counted as work activities for DTA recipients.
- Specifically addresses educational activities related to master’s degree coursework.
- Does not appear to change the overall work requirement for DTA recipients.
- The bill was referred to the House Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
- The Senate concurred with the House version of the bill.
- A hearing is scheduled for September 16, 2025.
Who is affected
- Individuals receiving benefits from the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA)
- Students pursuing master’s degrees in Massachusetts
- The Department of Transitional Assistance
Notable changes
- Expands the types of educational activities that can be considered work for DTA purposes.
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
William C. Galvin
Cosponsors
Edward R. Philips
William C. Galvin
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