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H 3064

An Act relative to bilingual educators and dual language certification incentives

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Manny Cruz and 1 co-sponsor

Massachusetts bill creates financial incentives for bilingual teachers and dual language certification to address educator shortages in schools serving English language learners.

Hearing rescheduled to 09/16/2025 from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
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Bill Summary · H 3064

Legislative bill overview

H 3064 creates financial incentives and support programs for bilingual educators and those pursuing dual language certifications in Massachusetts schools. The bill aims to increase the number of qualified bilingual teachers through loan forgiveness, salary supplements, or educational grants tied to dual language certification achievement and service commitments.

Why is this important

Massachusetts has significant populations of English Language Learner (ELL) students, yet faces persistent shortages of certified bilingual educators. This shortage limits access to effective dual language programs that research suggests improve academic outcomes for multilingual students. The bill directly addresses workforce gaps that affect educational equity for non-English-speaking families.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and funding source: The bill was referred to the Revenue Committee, indicating questions about how to sustainably fund educator incentives without raising taxes or reducing other education spending
  • Program design specifics: The bill's exact incentive structure (loan forgiveness amounts, salary increases, eligibility criteria) isn't detailed in available records, leaving uncertainty about who qualifies and program costs
  • Retention and accountability: Incentive programs risk creating perverse outcomes if educators leave shortly after receiving benefits, raising questions about service requirements or clawback provisions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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