S 2590
An Act relative to social work uplifting practices and exam removal (“The SUPER Act”)
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Bill overview
This bill, known as the SUPER Act, aims to remove the Universal Social Work Exam (USWE) requirement for social work licensure in Massachusetts. It seeks to shift the focus of social work education and practice towards uplifting practices, emphasizing skills and knowledge that support vulnerable populations and promote social justice. The bill also establishes a task force to develop and implement these uplifting practices within the social work profession.
Key provisions
- Removes the requirement for social workers to pass the Universal Social Work Exam (USWE) for licensure.
- Creates a task force to develop and promote ‘uplifting practices’ in social work.
- Focuses social work education on supporting vulnerable populations and promoting social justice.
- Directs the Department of Public Health to develop guidelines for uplifting practices.
Who is affected
- Social workers in Massachusetts
- Students pursuing social work licensure in Massachusetts
- The social work profession in Massachusetts
- The Department of Public Health
Notable changes
- Eliminates a significant barrier to entry for social workers.
- Shifts the emphasis of social work training and practice.
- Introduces a framework for defining and implementing ‘uplifting practices’.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Higher Education
Cosponsors
Dylan A. Fernandes
James B. Eldridge
Joan B. Lovely
Joanne M. Comerford
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Bill S.2590 194th (Current)
An Act relative to social work uplifting practices and exam removal (“The SUPER Act”)
Senate, September 2, 2025-- The committee on Higher Education to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 218) of Sal N. DiDomenico, Joanne M. Comerford, Manny Cruz, Paul R. Feeney and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to Social Work Uplifting Practices and Exam Removal (“The SUPER Act”), report the accompanying bill (Senate, No.2590)..
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Higher Education Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill S.2590
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 9/8/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Higher Education |
| 9/8/2025 | Senate | New draft of S218 |
| 9/8/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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