Education Laws and Regulations

Notice of Public Comment for 603 CMR 23.02, Regulations on Student Records (definitions)

Pursuant to its authority under M.G.L. c. 69, s. 1B and c. 71, s. 34D, and in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, M.G.L. c. 30A, § 3, the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (Board) is soliciting public comment on proposed amendments to Regulations on Student Records (definitions), 603 CMR 23.02.

The proposed amendments are a technical change to the definition of "transcript" in the regulations to delete the reference to the competency determination, to conform the definition to state law, as amended. The proposed amendments also include a copy edit for clarity and a reference to state endorsed seals or awards, consistent with the proposed amendment to the Seal of Biliteracy regulations.

Copies of the proposed amendments are available on the Department's website at Public Comment Submission Page, or by calling 781-338-6585. Public comments may be submitted online by completing this form , or by email to officeofplanningandresearch@mass.gov or by mail to: Regulations Public Comment, c/o Commissioner's Office, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, 135 Santilli Highway, Everett, MA 02149. The deadline to submit public comment is Friday, December 5, 2025 at 5:00 pm. The Board is expected to vote on the proposed amendments at its regular monthly meeting in January 2026.