Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 706: An Act relative to geography 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 706 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to geography education. Primary sponsor: Todd Smola (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. 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 Smola of Warren, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 706) of Todd M. Smola and Joanne M. Comerford relative to geography education. Education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Smola | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 1st Hampden |
| Jo Comerford | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampshire, Franklin and 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
- Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
- Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 11:00 AM-5:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Education