Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

S453 — An Act relative to student absences based on religiously held beliefs

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment.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 addresses student absences due to religious beliefs.

The bill outlines provisions for students who miss school because of their religious beliefs. It seeks to establish guidelines for how such absences are recognized and potentially accommodated.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families can ensure their children's religious observances are respected in school attendance policies.

Summary

An Act relative to student absences based on religiously held beliefs

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

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (203)

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civil-rights education
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Frequently asked questions

What does S453 do?
An Act relative to student absences based on religiously held beliefs
Who sponsors S453?
S453 is sponsored by Bruce E. Tarr (Republican).
What is the current status of S453?
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 S453?
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