Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill

H 511: An Act ensuring language readiness in deaf, deafblind, and hard-of-hearing children entering kindergarten

In committee Last action February 17, 2026: Reporting date extended to Friday, March 18, 2026

Plain-language summary

H 511 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act ensuring language readiness in deaf, deafblind, and hard-of-hearing children entering kindergarten. Primary sponsor: Brian Ashe (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 17, 2026): Reporting date extended to Friday, March 18, 2026.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Brian Ashe (Democratic).