Massachusetts § 8A - Transportation of students
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 8A — Transportation of students, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8A. Transportation of students
Section 8A. A municipality, wherein a person resides who is admitted to a day school in another municipality under section 7, shall, through its school committee, when necessary, provide for the transportation of such person, and shall, subject to appropriation, be entitled to state reimbursement to the full extent of the amount so expended; provided, that such a municipality wherein a person is placed by the department of children and families or the trustees of the Massachusetts training schools who is admitted as aforesaid to a day school in another municipality shall similarly provide for the transportation of such pupil to such school and shall, subject to appropriation, be entitled to state reimbursement to the full extent of the amounts so expended; provided further, that no transportation shall be provided for, or reimbursement made on account of, any pupil who resides less than 1 1/2 miles from the school which he attends. A municipality shall not be required under the provisions of this section to provide for the transportation of a person who has completed the twelfth grade of school or the equivalent thereto.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 8A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 8A cover?
Section 8A ("Transportation of students") 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 § 8A?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 8A" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Massachusetts official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Massachusetts attorney.
How does Massachusetts § 8A apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Massachusetts can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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