An Act to expand dual enrollment for high school students in Gateway Cities
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| Date | Branch | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Friday July 31, 2026 |
| 5/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Education |
| Cosponsor |
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| John C. Velis |
| Kelly W. Pease |
Chapter 15A of the General Laws, as so appearing in the 2022 edition, is hereby amended by inserting after section 9B the following new section:-
The department shall administer the Access College Early (ACE) Program, subject to appropriation, providing needs-based financial assistance for high school students eligible for the Commonwealth Dual Enrollment Partnership (CDEP). Such assistance shall be granted to students living in or attending high school in a gateway municipality, as defined in section 3A of chapter 23A, and who also qualify for or receive free or reduced-price lunch under the federally-funded school meals program. Students receiving financial assistance under the ACE Program will participate in CDEP at no cost and may earn up to 24 college credits.
Chapter 15A of the General Laws, as so appearing in the 2022 edition, is hereby amended by inserting after section 9B the following new section:- Section 9C. The department shall administer the Access College Early (ACE) Program, subject to appropriation, providing needs-based financial assistance for high school students eligible for the Commonwealth Dual Enrollment Partnership (CDEP). Such assistance shall be granted to students living in or attending high school in a gateway municipality, as defined in section 3A of chapter 23A, and who also qualify for or receive free or reduced-price lunch under the federally-funded school meals program. Students receiving financial assistance under the ACE Program will participate in CDEP at no cost and may earn up to 24 college credits.