Bill
H 557
An Act expanding reasons for excused absences from school to include mental or behavioral health
194th Legislature (2025-2026)
Introduced by Carol Doherty and 1 co-sponsor
Massachusetts bill expands student excused absences to include mental/behavioral health days, creating parity with physical illness but raising questions about verification and implementation standards.
Hearing scheduled for 07/21/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium