S 2706
An Act expanding licensure opportunity for school counselors.
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Bill overview
This bill aims to broaden the opportunities for individuals to become licensed school counselors in Massachusetts. Currently, there may be limitations on who can practice as a school counselor, and this legislation seeks to address those restrictions. It intends to expand the pool of qualified professionals available to support students’ mental health and well-being within schools. The bill is closely related to similar proposals.
Key provisions
- Expands the requirements for individuals seeking school counselor licensure.
- May adjust the educational and experience requirements for becoming a school counselor.
- Could potentially allow for alternative pathways to licensure.
- Addresses current limitations on the availability of school counselors in the state.
- Related to similar legislation (S.283, S.210, S.2473).
Who is affected
- Students in Massachusetts public schools
- School districts in Massachusetts
- Potential school counselors seeking licensure
- Existing school counselors in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Likely changes to existing licensure standards for school counselors.
- Could broaden eligibility criteria for becoming a school counselor.
- Addresses a potential shortage of school counselors in the state.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
Cosponsors
Brendan P. Crighton
James B. Eldridge
Jason M. Lewis
Joan B. Lovely
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Bill S.2706 194th (Current)
An Act expanding licensure opportunity for school counselors.
Senate, November 19, 2025 -- The committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 283) of Pavel M. Payano, Joan B. Lovely, Jason M. Lewis, Brendan P. Crighton and other members of the Senate for legislation to expand licensure opportunity for school counselors, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2706).
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 3 actions for Bill S.2706
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 11/19/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure |
| 11/19/2025 | Senate | New draft of S283 |
| 11/19/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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