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S 2464

Relates to mandatory student enrollment reporting

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John Liu

Extends the Citizens Commission's life through December 31, 2028.

REFERRED TO EDUCATION
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Bill Summary · S 2464

Summary — S 2464: “An Act in furtherance of the Citizens Commission concerning a Constitutional Amendment to secure government of the people”

Purpose

This bill extends the life of the Citizens Commission established under chapter 322 of the Acts of 2018 (the commission charged with studying and advancing a proposed Constitutional amendment to “secure government of the people”) and prescribes a more specific procedure for filling vacancies on that commission. The intent is to allow the commission to continue its work through a later date and to increase transparency and timeliness in replacing members.

Key provisions

  • Extension of commission term

    • Amends subsection c. of section 1 of chapter 322 (Acts of 2018) to continue the Citizens Commission’s existence and responsibilities until December 31, 2028.

  • Vacancy and appointment process (new subsection j. to section 3)

    • If a vacancy occurs, the commission chair or co-chairs must notify the appropriate appointing authority.
    • The appointing authority must make an appointment within 30 days after receiving notice of the vacancy.
    • The appointing authority must post notice of the vacancy no later than 7 days after receiving notice.
    • The appointee must be either:
    • a person who previously submitted a valid application under the process established in the act, or
    • a person who files an application under that same process.
    • The appointee’s application must be publicly posted prior to the appointment.

Who is affected

  • The Citizens Commission (its membership and operations) — will continue to operate through 2028.
  • Appointing authorities responsible for filling vacancies — required to act within specific deadlines and provide public notices.
  • Prospective commission members and the public — the bill increases transparency about vacancies and applications.

Procedural and timeline notes

  • The bill text is filed in the Massachusetts Senate docket (filed 1/13/2025; Senate No. 2464).
  • Current reported status (per provided data): REFERRED TO EDUCATION; hearings were scheduled for November 13, 2025 (dates in the legislative history show multiple committee referrals and scheduling actions).
  • If enacted, the extension takes effect by amending the cited Act and the vacancy rules would apply immediately to future vacancies.

Notes and inconsistencies to verify

  • Metadata provided with the request includes conflicting items (a title referencing “mandatory student enrollment reporting,” a mix of U.S. Senators and state legislators listed as sponsors, and multiple committee referrals). The bill text itself clearly amends Massachusetts chapter 322 (Acts of 2018) concerning a Citizens Commission. Users should consult the official Massachusetts legislative website for the authoritative bill text, sponsorship, current status, and committee assignments.

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

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