H 641
An Act relative to fair educational practices
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Bill overview
This bill aims to prevent educational institutions in Massachusetts from denying admission or enrollment based on an individual’s medical conditions or health-related decisions. It seeks to ensure that students are evaluated on their merits and potential, rather than on health factors. The legislation intends to promote fairness and equal opportunity in the educational system. This bill builds upon existing efforts to improve admissions processes.
Key provisions
- Prohibits educational institutions from excluding students based on medical conditions.
- Focuses on evaluating students based on academic and other relevant criteria.
- Aims to ensure equitable access to education for all students.
- Addresses potential discrimination related to health-related decisions.
Who is affected
- Educational institutions (colleges, universities, vocational schools)
- Students seeking admission or enrollment
- Admissions committees
Notable changes
- Reinforces the principle of non-discrimination in admissions.
- May require institutions to review and revise their admissions policies.
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Primary sponsor
John J. Marsi
Cosponsors
David F. DeCoste
John J. Marsi
Joseph D. McKenna
Kelly W. Pease
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Bill H.641 194th (Current)
An Act relative to fair educational practices
By Representative Marsi of Dudley, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 641) of John J. Marsi and Joseph D. McKenna that individuals cannot be excluded from admission or enrollment in educational institutions based on medical conditions or health-related decisions. Education.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: John J. Marsi Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Education
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Bill History
Displaying 3 actions for Bill H.641
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Education |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
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