Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1452: An Act banning legacy preferences in higher education
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 1452 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act banning legacy preferences in higher education. Primary sponsor: Mike Moran (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (August 28, 2025): Accompanied a new draft, see H4406.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Moran of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1452) of Michael J. Moran relative to the consideration of familial relationships to graduates in applications to higher education institutions. Higher Education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Moran | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 18th Suffolk |
“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 new draft, see H4406
- Hearing scheduled for 05/05/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Higher Education