Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 440: An Act relative to Chapter 70 inflation relief
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 440 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to Chapter 70 inflation relief. Primary sponsor: Pavel Payano (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (September 22, 2025): Accompanied S400.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Payano, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 440) of Pavel M. Payano for legislation to adjust the state funding allocated to public schools in Massachusetts (through the "Chapter 70" program) to account for rising inflation costs. Education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pavel Payano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | First Essex |
| Colleen Garry | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 36th Middlesex |
“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 S400
- Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Education