Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 523: An Act to achieve universal pre-kindergarten
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 523 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to achieve universal pre-kindergarten. Primary sponsor: Tony Cabral (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (November 17, 2025): Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Cabral of New Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 523) of Antonio F. D. Cabral for legislation to establish universal pre-kindergarten commission and dedicate funding for pre-kindergarten offerings. Education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tony Cabral | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 13th Bristol |
| Tram Nguyen | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 18th Essex |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
- Hearing scheduled for 09/02/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Education