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BOSTON – Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker has signed legislation to allow the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to modify or waive MCAS tests for the 2019-2020 school year and to waive the competency determination requirements related to high school graduation.

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“The Senate remains steadfast in its approach to offering relief to students, families and all sectors of our Commonwealth as we continue adjust to the challenges caused by COVID-19,” said Senate President Karen E. Spilka (D – Ashland), in announcing the legislation had passed the Massachusetts Senate and House.

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