Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 4442: An Act relative to the Lowell Mason Act to mandate a percentage of Chapter 70 funds for Arts Education Programs
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- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
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Plain-language summary
HD 4442 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on March 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to the Lowell Mason Act to mandate a percentage of Chapter 70 funds for Arts Education Programs. Primary sponsor: Paul McMurtry (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 15, 2025): Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Education.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Paul McMurtry relative to arts education programs. Education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul McMurtry | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11th 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
- Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Education
- Referred to the committee on House Rules