H 523
An Act to achieve universal pre-kindergarten
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Bill overview
This bill proposes the creation of a universal pre-kindergarten commission in Massachusetts. The commission would be responsible for developing a plan to expand access to pre-kindergarten programs for all children in the state. The bill also seeks to dedicate funding to support these expanded pre-kindergarten offerings, aiming to make early childhood education more accessible and equitable.
Key provisions
- Establish a universal pre-kindergarten commission.
- Develop a plan for expanding pre-kindergarten programs.
- Dedicate state funding to support pre-kindergarten initiatives.
- Focus on increasing access to pre-kindergarten for all children.
Who is affected
- Children in Massachusetts
- Families in Massachusetts
- Pre-kindergarten providers
- The Massachusetts Department of Education
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill aims to significantly increase the availability of pre-kindergarten programs across the state.
- It establishes a formal commission to oversee the implementation of universal pre-kindergarten.
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Primary sponsor
Antonio F. D. Cabral
Cosponsors
Antonio F. D. Cabral
Tram T. Nguyen
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Bill H.523 194th (Current)
An Act to achieve universal pre-kindergarten
By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 523) of Antonio F. D. Cabral for legislation to establish universal pre-kindergarten commission and dedicate funding for pre-kindergarten offerings. Education.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Antonio F. D. Cabral Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.523
| 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 |
| 11/17/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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