S 2689
An Act to promote inclusive curriculum in schools
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Bill overview
This bill aims to promote more inclusive curriculum in Massachusetts public schools. It seeks to incorporate diverse racial, cultural, and Native American perspectives into K-12 education. Specifically, it supports establishing a commission focused on American Indian and Alaska Native education and encourages the celebration and teaching of Native American culture and history. The bill builds upon existing efforts to promote racially inclusive curriculum.
Key provisions
- Establishes a permanent commission on American Indian and Alaska Native education.
- Encourages the incorporation of Native American culture and history into the curriculum.
- Supports racially and culturally inclusive K-12 curriculum.
- Builds upon existing legislation related to inclusive curriculum.
- Referenced related bills including S.371, S.288, H.542, H.604, and H.589
Who is affected
- Students in Massachusetts public schools
- Teachers and educators in Massachusetts public schools
- School administrators in Massachusetts public schools
- Parents and families of students in Massachusetts public schools
- The Massachusetts Department of Education
Notable changes
- The bill expands upon existing efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in schools.
- It creates a dedicated commission to address Native American education.
- It emphasizes the importance of teaching Native American culture and history.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Education
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
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Bill S.2689 194th (Current)
An Act to promote inclusive curriculum in schools
Senate, November 17, 2025 -- The committee on Education, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 322) of Brendan P. Crighton for legislation to promote racially and culturally inclusive K-12 curriculum; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 371) of Adam Gomez, Mike Connolly and Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to promote racially inclusive curriculum in schools; (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 412) of Liz Miranda and Joanne M. Comerford for legislation to establish a permanent commission on American Indian and Alaska Native education; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 444) of Rebecca L. Rausch and Joanne M. Comerford for legislation relative to celebrate and teach Native American culture and history, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2689).
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Education Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill S.2689
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 11/17/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Education |
| 11/17/2025 | Senate | New draft of S322, S371, S412 and S444 |
| 11/17/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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