S 358
An Act to improve access, opportunity, and capacity in Massachusetts vocational-technical education
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Bill overview
This bill aims to enhance vocational-technical education in Massachusetts by increasing access, expanding opportunities, and boosting capacity within the system. It seeks to improve the overall quality and effectiveness of these programs, ultimately benefiting students and the state’s workforce. The bill’s specific details are currently under consideration through hearings and potential revisions.
Key provisions
- Increase funding for vocational-technical education programs.
- Expand access to these programs for more students.
- Improve the quality of instruction and training.
- Support partnerships between schools and local businesses.
- Modernize equipment and facilities in vocational schools.
- Promote career exploration and counseling.
- Establish a task force to assess the needs of the vocational-technical education system.
- Support teacher training and professional development.
Who is affected
- Students
- Vocational schools
- School districts
- Local businesses
- Educators
Notable changes
- The bill is currently being considered and may be subject to amendments.
- It is related to similar legislation (S.2690, H.538, S.274, S.2395, H.4399) addressing vocational-technical education.
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Primary sponsor
Paul R. Feeney
Cosponsors
Adam J. Scanlon
David F. DeCoste
James B. Eldridge
John C. Velis
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Bill S.358 194th (Current)
An Act to improve access, opportunity, and capacity in Massachusetts vocational-technical education
By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 358) of Paul R. Feeney, Steven George Xiarhos, James B. Eldridge, Michael D. Brady and other members of the General Court for legislation to improve access, opportunity, and capacity in Massachusetts vocational-technical education. Education.
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Presenter: Paul R. Feeney
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.358
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Education |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 9/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/30/2025 from 11:00 AM-01:20 PM in Gardner Auditorium Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 11/17/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2690 |
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S.2690 194th (Current)
An Act to improve access, opportunity, and capacity in Massachusetts vocational-technical education
H.538 193rd (2023 - 2024)
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S.274 193rd (2023 - 2024)
An Act to improve access, opportunity, and capacity in Massachusetts vocational-technical education
S.2395 193rd (2023 - 2024)
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H.4399 193rd (2023 - 2024)
An Act to expand access to career technical education and other alternative pathways that improve student opportunities and outcomes
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