H 1448
An Act creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other developmental disabilities
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Bill overview
This bill aims to expand access to higher education for students with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other developmental disabilities in Massachusetts. It seeks to create opportunities for these students to pursue college and university studies. The bill was referred to the Higher Education committee and subsequently concurred by the Senate, indicating progress towards potential implementation.
Key provisions
- Creates higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other developmental disabilities.
- Specifically targets students who may require additional support to succeed in higher education.
- The bill was referred to the Higher Education committee.
- The Senate concurred with the bill.
- A hearing is scheduled for September 11, 2025.
Who is affected
- Students with intellectual disabilities
- Students with autism spectrum disorders
- Students with other developmental disabilities
- Higher education institutions
- Families of students with disabilities
Notable changes
- This bill builds upon previous attempts to expand access to higher education for students with disabilities, as evidenced by similar bills (H.1337, H.1331, H.1336, H.4695, H.1064).
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Primary sponsor
Michael P. Kushmerek
Cosponsor
Michael P. Kushmerek
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Bill H.1448 194th (Current)
An Act creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other developmental disabilities
By Representative Kushmerek of Fitchburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1448) of Michael P. Kushmerek for legislation to create higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities. Higher Education.
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Presenter: Michael P. Kushmerek
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.1448
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Higher Education |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 8/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/11/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-1 |
| 2/17/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5105 |
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