Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 458: An Act expanding high school student access to earn 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
S 458 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act expanding high school student access to earn industry recognized credentials. Primary sponsor: John Velis (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (July 30, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see S3238.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 458) of John C. Velis for legislation to expand high school student access to earn industry recognized credentials. Education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Velis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampden and Hampshire |
| Kelly Pease | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 4th Hampden |
“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 a study order, see S3238
- Reporting date extended to Friday July 31, 2026
- Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Education