S 2704
An Act assisting low-income students success through work-study
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Bill overview
This bill aims to support low-income students in Massachusetts by expanding access to work-study programs. It seeks to improve the financial stability and educational success of students facing economic hardship. The legislation intends to provide more opportunities for these students to gain work experience and reduce financial barriers to higher education. Ultimately, the goal is to increase student success rates and close achievement gaps.
Key provisions
- Expands eligibility for work-study programs.
- Increases funding for work-study opportunities.
- Provides support for students to connect with employers offering work-study positions.
- Addresses barriers to participation for low-income students.
- Promotes work-study as a pathway to academic success.
Who is affected
- Low-income students
- Students attending colleges and universities in Massachusetts
- The higher education system in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Likely increases funding allocated to work-study programs.
- May broaden the definition of ‘low-income’ for eligibility.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Higher Education
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Michael O. Moore
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Bill S.2704 194th (Current)
An Act assisting low-income students success through work-study
Senate, November 13, 2025 -- The committee on Higher Education to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 945) of Michael O. Moore and James B. Eldridge for legislation to assist low-income students success through work-study, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2704).
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Bill Information
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.2704
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 11/13/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Higher Education |
| 11/13/2025 | Senate | New draft of S945 |
| 11/13/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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