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MA SD 1485

in committee

An Act establishing media literacy education in schools to ensure all children are learning to analyze, evaluate and responsibly use the media

Massachusetts · 2025-2026 Regular Session (194th General Court) · upper

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Did MA SD 1485 pass?

Not yet. MA SD 1485 is in committee and has not come to a final vote. Latest recorded action (2025-02-27): House concurred

What is MA SD 1485 about?

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 462) of John C. Velis and Paul R. Feeney for legislation to establish media literacy education in schools. Education.

Who sponsors MA SD 1485?

John C. Velis is the primary sponsor of MA SD 1485, joined by 1 cosponsor.

Description

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 462) of John C. Velis and Paul R. Feeney for legislation to establish media literacy education in schools. Education.

Introduced
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Latest action
2025-02-27 — House concurred
Bill type
proposed bill
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Sponsors

  • John C. Velisprimary
  • Paul R. Feeneycosponsor

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Action timeline

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  1. 2025-02-27

    House concurred

  2. 2025-02-27

    Referred to the committee on Education

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Official source

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/SD1485

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