An Act establishing a commission to study a statewide credentialing program for digital navigators
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill creates a commission to study the possibility of establishing a statewide credentialing program for ‘digital navigators.’ These navigators would help community members access affordable internet, devices, and digital skills. The commission will investigate how to best support these navigators, including funding models and qualifications, and will gather data on existing digital navigation efforts across Massachusetts.
Key provisions
- The commission will study the creation of a statewide credentialing program for digital navigators.
- It will examine how to meet residents’ digital needs and improve digital equity.
- The commission will explore funding options for digital navigation services.
- It will assess current digital navigation initiatives across the Commonwealth.
- The commission will consider qualifications and standards for digital navigators.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts residents
- Community members needing digital assistance
- State agencies
- Digital navigation providers
- Organizations involved in digital equity
Notable changes
- The bill establishes a commission to specifically study and recommend a credentialing program.
- It focuses on addressing digital inequity through digital navigation services.
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14 on record
Primary sponsor
the Internet and Cybersecurity Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology
Cosponsors
Homar Gómez
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