Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S425 — An Act to promote the inclusion of American Sign Language in the Commonwealth’s public schools, AKA The American Sign Language Inclusion Act

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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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment.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 promotes teaching American Sign Language in public schools.

The American Sign Language Inclusion Act encourages schools to offer American Sign Language (ASL) in their curriculum. This inclusion aims to foster communication and understanding for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.

What this means for you
  • Workers: If you work in education, this bill may lead to new teaching opportunities and resources focused on ASL.
  • Families: Families with deaf or hard-of-hearing children will benefit from better communication and inclusion in schools.

Summary

An Act to promote the inclusion of American Sign Language in the Commonwealth’s public schools, AKA The American Sign Language Inclusion Act

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

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S425 do?
An Act to promote the inclusion of American Sign Language in the Commonwealth’s public schools, AKA The American Sign Language Inclusion Act
Who sponsors S425?
S425 is sponsored by Jacob R. Oliveira (Democrat).
What is the current status of S425?
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 S425?
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