Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1448: An Act creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other developmental disabilities
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 1448 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act creating higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other developmental disabilities. Primary sponsor: Mike Kushmerek (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 17, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5105.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Kushmerek of Fitchburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1448) of Michael P. Kushmerek for legislation to create higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities. Higher Education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Kushmerek | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 3rd Worcester |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see H5105
- Hearing scheduled for 09/11/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Higher Education