Massachusetts § 15NNNNN - No Name Calling Day
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 15NNNNN — No Name Calling Day, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15NNNNN. No Name Calling Day
Section 15NNNNN. The governor shall annually issue a proclamation setting apart the fourth Wednesday in January as No Name Calling Day to increase public awareness of the devastating effects of verbal bullying, to encourage students to use positive dialogue and pledge not to use hurtful names on this designated day, to promote tolerance and respect for differences and to reaffirm the commitment of the citizens of the commonwealth to basic human rights and dignity.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 15NNNNN
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 15NNNNN cover?
Section 15NNNNN ("No Name Calling Day") 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.
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