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MA S1241
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Pavel Payano
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AI Summary
- Requires state prisons and county correctional facilities to maximize diverse educational programming for incarcerated individuals ages 18-25 ("emerging adults")
- Mandates at least one high school equivalency program (HiSET) with testing opportunities and credits toward graduation for those without a high school degree
- Requires specialized, age-appropriate classes for all emerging adults including college readiness, college credit courses, workforce readiness, and vocational training
- Guarantees emerging adults access to at least 4 hours of out-of-cell, congregate programming daily, at least 5 days per week, with additional tablet-based learning time
- Prioritizes partnerships with nonprofits, educational institutions serving emerging adults, and staff with lived experiences similar to incarcerated individuals
Legislative Description
Related to educational programming for incarcerated emerging adults
Last Action
Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2
10/20/2025
Committee Referrals
Ways and Means6/16/2025
Judiciary2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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