Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 686: An Act incentivizing the awarding of industry-recognized credentials
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 686 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act incentivizing the awarding of industry-recognized credentials. Primary sponsor: Jeff Roy (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (December 18, 2025): Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Roy of Franklin, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 686) of Jeffrey N. Roy relative to industry-recognized certification awards paid by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeff Roy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10th Norfolk |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
- Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 17, 2025
- Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Education