H 210
An Act to promote equity in school attendance requirements
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Bill overview
This bill aims to ensure that students’ eligibility for certain state aid programs isn’t negatively impacted by occasional absences. It seeks to create more equitable attendance policies, particularly for students who may face challenges that lead to missed school days. The legislation focuses on reducing the impact of attendance gaps on access to crucial support services. By addressing attendance requirements, the bill intends to improve educational opportunities for vulnerable students.
Key provisions
- Modifies school attendance requirements for aid programs.
- Considers extenuating circumstances when evaluating student attendance.
- Aims to reduce the impact of absences on eligibility for state aid.
- Focuses on promoting equitable access to educational support for all students.
Who is affected
- Students receiving state aid
- School districts
- Families of students
- Children with disabilities
- Programs providing educational support
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Bill H.210 194th (Current)
An Act to promote equity in school attendance requirements
By Representatives Cruz of Salem and Arriaga of Chicopee, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 210) of Manny Cruz and Natalie M. Higgins relative to school attendance requirements for certain aid programs. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
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Bill Information
Presenters: Manny Cruz , Shirley B. Arriaga Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.210
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 11/7/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 2/12/2026 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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