Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 924: An Act relative to tuition waivers for children raised by a grandparent or other relative
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 924 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to tuition waivers for children raised by a grandparent or other relative. Primary sponsor: Julian Cyr (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (September 8, 2025): Accompanied a new draft, see S2592.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 924) of Julian Cyr and Joanne M. Comerford for legislation relative to tuition waivers for children raised by a grandparent or other relative. Higher Education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julian Cyr | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Cape and Islands |
| Jo Comerford | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampshire, Franklin and Worcester |
| Pavel Payano | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | First Essex |
“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 new draft, see S2592
- Hearing scheduled for 07/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Higher Education