Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 953: An Act expanding the community college training incentive program
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 953 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act expanding the community college training incentive program. Primary sponsor: John Velis (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (December 24, 2025): Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means.
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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. 953) of John C. Velis and Adam J. Scanlon for legislation to expand the community college training incentive program. Higher Education.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Velis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampden and Hampshire |
| Adam Scanlon | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 14th Bristol |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
- Hearing scheduled for 09/11/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in A-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Higher Education