H5511

Relative to teacher preparation and student literacy

Complete·6/26/26
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H5511 enhances teacher preparation and student literacy by implementing evidence-based literacy instruction.

Massachusetts H5511 focuses on improving teacher preparation and student literacy through evidence-based literacy instruction. The bill mandates that school districts screen students' reading abilities and progress in literacy skills from kindergarten through at least grade 3 using approved assessments. It requires districts to inform parents if a student is significantly below grade level benchmarks and to develop action plans to address the student's needs.

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Roll Call Votes

39 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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History

Jun 26

Signed by the Governor, Chapter 113 of the Acts of 2026

Jun 18

Senate

Committee of conference report accepted, in concurrence

Jun 18

House

Enacted