An Act promoting an adjunct bill of rights
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to establish an ‘adjunct bill of rights’ in Massachusetts higher education. It proposes the creation of a ‘faculty restoration and equity fund’ to support adjunct instructors. The goal is to improve the working conditions and financial stability of adjunct faculty members, who often face challenges in terms of compensation and benefits. This legislation seeks to ensure greater fairness and support for this important segment of the educational workforce.
Key provisions
- Establishes a ‘faculty restoration and equity fund’.
- Aims to improve the working conditions of adjunct faculty.
- Focuses on financial stability for adjunct instructors.
- Seeks to create an ‘adjunct bill of rights’.
- Provides for potential support and restoration for adjunct faculty.
Who is affected
- Adjunct faculty members
- Higher education institutions in Massachusetts
- Students at Massachusetts colleges and universities
Notable changes
- The bill introduces a dedicated fund to address inequities faced by adjunct faculty.
- It establishes a framework for ‘adjunct bill of rights’ – though the specifics of these rights are not detailed in the text.
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Sponsors
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30 on record
Primary sponsor
Patricia A. Duffy
Cosponsors
Christopher Richard Flanagan
Danillo A. Sena
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