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

H 557: An Act expanding reasons for excused absences from school to include mental or behavioral health

In committee Last action July 10, 2025: Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium

Plain-language summary

H 557 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act expanding reasons for excused absences from school to include mental or behavioral health. Primary sponsor: Carol A. Doherty. It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (July 10, 2025): Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Carol A. Doherty. 1 co-sponsor.