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Massachusetts Senate Bill S2614

Massachusetts 2023-2024 Regular Session

Massachusetts Senate Bill S2614

Introduced
2/8/24  
Refer
2/8/24  

Caption

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to education matters.

Impact

The bill is expected to have significant implications for state education funding and policy. By directing the committee to review multiple proposals and current practices, it aims to identify gaps and opportunities within the educational system. This could lead to new funding models or adjustments in existing laws to enhance the accessibility and quality of education for all students, particularly for those requiring specialized services due to language barriers or learning disabilities.

Summary

Senate Bill 2614 authorizes the committee on Education to conduct a comprehensive investigation and study regarding several current Senate documents related to various educational matters. This includes topics such as increased funding for English language learners, fair educational practices, and changes to special education funding mechanisms. The intention behind this bill is to gather insights and develop recommendations concerning a breadth of educational initiatives that directly impact students and school districts across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Contention

While the overarching goal of SB 2614 is to improve educational outcomes, discussions surrounding it suggest potential contention points. Critics may raise concerns about the adequacy of funding levels, the effectiveness of proposed practices, and the balance of power between state mandates and local school authority. As the committee's findings will shape future legislative actions, there is a possibility of conflict among stakeholders who may have differing priorities for education reform.

Companion Bills

MA S272

Replaces Relative to fair educational practices

MA S337

Replaces Relative to adjusting approved costs threshold

MA S354

Replaces To promote alternative dispute resolution for students

MA S358

Replaces Resolve establishing a joint task force to study the utilization of Department of Conservation and Recreation sites for educational programming for safe outdoor learning

MA S355

Replaces Relative to special education

MA S336

Replaces To special education transportation reimbursement from 75% to 90%

MA S335

Replaces To increase special education circuit breaker reimbursement from 75% to 90%

MA S312

Replaces For the end of Common Core, and establishing certain other curriculum standards

MA S363

Replaces To support communities and immigrants

MA S273

Replaces Ensuring student representation, Aidan's Law

MA S351

Replaces Providing hands only CPR training and the use of defibrillators

MA S277

Replaces To expand access to computer science coursework

MA S270

Replaces Establishing funds to provide for increases in English language learners in school districts

Previously Filed As

MA S2612

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on the Judiciary to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to judicial matters.

MA S2648

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Health to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public health matters.

MA S2633

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Labor and Workforce Development to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to labor and workforce development matters.

MA S2719

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to matters of telecommunications, utilities and energy.

MA S2610

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Service to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public service matters.

MA S2655

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Election Laws to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to election laws matters.

MA S2616

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to education matters.

MA S2624

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Elder Affairs to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to elder care matters.

MA S2646

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Higher Education to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to higher education matters.

MA S2656

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Revenue to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to programs, property taxes and other revenue matters.

Similar Bills

MA H4517

Study Order

MA S2612

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on the Judiciary to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to judicial matters.

MA H4739

Study Order

MA H4518

Study Order

MA H4778

Study Order

MA H4680

Study Order

MA S2719

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to matters of telecommunications, utilities and energy.

MA H4675

Study Order