Massachusetts § 37C - Promotion of racial balance
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 37C — Promotion of racial balance, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 37C. Promotion of racial balance
Section 37C. It is hereby declared to be the policy of the commonwealth to encourage all school committees to adopt as educational objectives the promotion of racial balance and the correction of existing racial imbalance in the public schools. The prevention or elimination of racial imbalance shall be an objective in all decisions involving the drawing or altering of school attendance lines, establishing of grade levels, and the selection of new school sites.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 37C
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 37C cover?
Section 37C ("Promotion of racial balance") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 37C?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 37C" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 37C apply to my situation?
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