H 4665
An Act relative to LGBTQ+ inclusive framework
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Bill overview
This bill amends existing law to require that educational standards include instruction on the histories, roles, and contributions of LGBTQ+ people in the United States and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Specifically, it adds a sentence to the relevant section of the General Laws, directing that these standards incorporate this historical context. The goal is to ensure a more inclusive and comprehensive understanding of American and Massachusetts history within educational curricula. This bill builds upon previous attempts to establish LGBTQ+ inclusive curriculum standards.
Key provisions
- Requires educational standards to include instruction on LGBTQ+ history.
- Specifies that this instruction should cover the histories, roles, and contributions of LGBTQ+ people.
- Directs the standards to include content related to the United States and Massachusetts.
- Amends Chapter 69 of the General Laws.
Who is affected
- Students in Massachusetts public schools
- Educators in Massachusetts public schools
- The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
- School districts in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Adds a specific requirement for LGBTQ+ historical content to educational standards.
- Expands the scope of historical instruction beyond traditional subjects.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Education
Cosponsors
Adrianne Pusateri Ramos
Jack Patrick Lewis
James B. Eldridge
Natalie M. Higgins
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An Act relative to LGBTQ+ inclusive framework
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Education Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill H.4665
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 11/3/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on Education |
| 11/3/2025 | House | New draft of H599 |
| 11/3/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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