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MA H525
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Antonio Cabral
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AI Summary
- Removes the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) as a requirement for high school graduation
- Students who meet academic standards and curriculum frameworks set by their local school committee would receive a high school diploma from that local committee
- Local school committee-issued diplomas would certify competency and entitle students to all rights and privileges of high school graduation
- Students who pass MCAS or successor state assessment tests may receive a separate certificate from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education acknowledging their performance
- Amends Section 1D of Chapter 69 of the General Laws regarding competency determination
Legislative Description
Related to high school graduation
Last Action
Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
2/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Education2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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