Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H4297 — An Act relative to the Lowell Mason Act to mandate a percentage of Chapter 70 funds for Arts Education Programs

  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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment.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

The bill mandates funding for Arts Education Programs from Chapter 70 funds.

This bill requires that a certain percentage of Chapter 70 funds be allocated to Arts Education Programs. It aims to enhance access to arts education in schools.

What this means for you
  • Families: Families may see increased opportunities for their children to engage in arts education as a result of this funding.

Summary

An Act relative to the Lowell Mason Act to mandate a percentage of Chapter 70 funds for Arts Education Programs

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

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does H4297 do?
An Act relative to the Lowell Mason Act to mandate a percentage of Chapter 70 funds for Arts Education Programs
Who sponsors H4297?
H4297 is sponsored by Paul McMurtry (Democrat).
What is the current status of H4297?
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 H4297?
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