H5340

Resolve providing for an investigation and study by a special commission relative to the consumer impacts of electronic textbooks

Introduced·4/9/26
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Massachusetts H5340 establishes a special commission to investigate and study the consumer impacts of electronic textbooks.

Massachusetts H5340 creates a special commission to investigate and study the consumer impacts of electronic textbooks. The commission will identify benefits and disadvantages, pricing methods, and consumer alternatives. It will also evaluate the effects of electronic textbook contracts on consumer choice and affordability. The commission will include representatives from various educational and industry sectors and report its findings by December 31, 2028.

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History

Apr 29

House

Discharged to the committee on House Rules

Apr 9

House

Reported from the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure

Apr 9

House

New draft of H559