H 4867
An Act relative to school choice
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Bill overview
This bill, titled ‘An Act relative to school choice,’ proposes to expand educational options for students in Massachusetts. It aims to increase access to different types of schools, potentially including charter schools, private schools, and other alternative learning environments. The bill seeks to provide families with more choices in selecting the best educational setting for their children. It is currently under review by the Joint Committee on Education.
Key provisions
- Expands access to charter schools.
- May allow for increased funding for private schools.
- Could create a system for transferring students between public and private schools.
- Addresses regulations surrounding school choice programs.
- Requires the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to study and report on school choice options.
- Establishes a process for families to apply for school choice programs.
- May include provisions for equitable access to school choice options.
- Addresses funding mechanisms for school choice initiatives.
Who is affected
- Students and families in Massachusetts
- Public schools
- Charter schools
- Private schools
- The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Notable changes
- The bill could significantly alter the landscape of school choice in Massachusetts.
- It may shift funding priorities between public and private schools.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
III John Barrett
Cosponsors
III John Barrett
Lindsay N. Sabadosa
Paul W. Mark
Susannah M. Whipps
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Bill H.4867 194th (Current)
An Act relative to school choice
By Representative Barrett of North Adams and Senator Mark, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of John Barrett, III relative to school choice. Education.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenters: John Barrett, III , Paul W. Mark Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Education
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4867
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 11/10/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on House Rules |
| 12/15/2025 | House | Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Education |
| 12/18/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 1/27/2026 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 02/10/2026 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 4/13/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Friday, May 22, 2026 |
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