The Massachusetts Joint Committee on Education will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 11:00 AM in Gardner Auditorium at the State House (and virtually).
Two bills on the agenda threaten parental rights and push a pro-abortion agenda in Massachusetts classrooms:
H.656 / S.340 — “An Act Relative to Healthy Youth”
These bills would mandate a statewide, pro-abortion sexual education curriculum that exposes children to harmful content and undermines families. MCFL strongly opposes this legislation.
Here’s how you can make your voice heard:
1. Testify in person or virtually
- Virtual testimony requires registration by Friday, September 12 at 1:00 p.m. Register to testify virtually here.
- In-person testimony: Sign up at the hearing, though pre-registration is encouraged.
Testimony is limited to two minutes per person.
2. Submit written testimony
Written testimony is a powerful way to weigh in, whether or not you attend the hearing.
Email your statement to: Fiona Bruce-Baiden (House staff): [email protected], and Dennis Burke (Senate staff): [email protected]
Or mail it to:
Committee on Education
24 Beacon Street, Room 473G
Boston, MA 02133
Important:
Include “EDUCATION COMMITTEE TESTIMONY” and the bill number in your subject line.
Provide your name, organization (if any), and phone number.
The Committee will accept written testimony until Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
Very soon, our Legislative Action Center will provide an easy way for you to send testimony opposing these bills. Watch for this update and be ready to act.
Hearing details
- Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2025
- Time: 11:00 AM
- Location: Gardner Auditorium, Massachusetts State House & Virtual
- Committee: Joint Committee on Education
This hearing is a critical moment. Together, we can defend parental rights, stand for life, and stop legislation that would push abortion ideology into our schools.