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MA H743

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Marcus Vaughn

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Establishes a school mental health professional grant program to increase the number of mental health professionals employed by Massachusetts school districts
  • School districts may apply for grants through the Department of Education in a form and manner set by the commissioner
  • Grant funds can be used to pay salaries (in part or whole) for mental health professionals employed by districts, or to contract with third-party mental health service providers
  • Commissioner must adopt regulations including qualifications and certifications required for mental health professionals funded through the program
  • Adds new Section 100 to Chapter 71 of the General Laws; similar legislation (House No. 3573) was filed in the 2023-2024 session

Legislative Description

Establishing a grant program to increase the presence of mental health counselors in schools

Last Action

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026

1/15/2026

Committee Referrals

Education2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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