Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced

H8 — An Act creating an electronic backpack for foster children’s educational records

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill establishes an electronic system for storing foster children's educational records.

The bill creates an electronic backpack for foster children to store and manage their educational records securely. This aims to provide easier access to important academic information as these children move between different schools and placements.

What this means for you
  • Families: If you are a family member of a foster child, this initiative will help ensure that educational records are easily accessible during transitions.

Summary

An Act creating an electronic backpack for foster children’s educational records

Bill Text

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Sponsors

  • Auditor of the Commonwealth · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Auditor of the Commonwealth

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (203)

203 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does H8 do?
An Act creating an electronic backpack for foster children’s educational records
Who sponsors H8?
H8 is sponsored by Auditor of the Commonwealth.
What is the current status of H8?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track H8?
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