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MA S417
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Patrick O'Connor
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AI Summary
- Requires all public and charter school students in grades K-8 to receive at least 30 consecutive minutes of supervised, unstructured free-play recess per school day, held outdoors when weather and air quality permit
- Prohibits schools from reducing recess time due to curriculum changes or withholding recess for IEP services, 504 plans, or completion of classroom work
- Allows recess to count toward structured learning time requirements without increasing total school year hours
- Permits shortened recess on days with delayed openings, early dismissals, or other schedule changes; exempts field trip days from the requirement
- Indoor recess must use appropriate spaces promoting physical activity when weather or air quality prevents outdoor play
Legislative Description
Relative to recess for elementary and middle school students
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2792
12/4/2025
Committee Referrals
Education2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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