Massachusetts § 26A - Extended school services for children; establishment; conditions

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 26A — Extended school services for children; establishment; conditions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 26A. Extended school services for children; establishment; conditions

Section 26A. If the school committee of a city, town or regional school district determines that sufficient need exists therein for extended school services for children, the school committee, subject to section 26B, may establish and maintain such services.

Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 26A

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 26A cover?

Section 26A ("Extended school services for children; establishment; conditions") 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 § 26A?

A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 26A" (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 § 26A apply to my situation?

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