The Massachusetts Senate voted last week in favor of legislation to provide enhanced safety, stability, and educational opportunities for military families. The legislation also positions the Commonwealth for greater federal defense investment and economic growth around its six military bases.

An Act to enhance access, inclusion, support and equity for military-connected families, S.2676 — also known as the EASE Act — would guarantee that a child of a military family would have a seat in the classroom at their current school in Massachusetts, even if their parent or guardian is temporarily transferred elsewhere on official orders. If a military family moves permanently and arrives in a Massachusetts community, the bill also requires a timely and seamless transition for students who receiv

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