BOSTON– The Massachusetts House of Representatives for passing landmark legislation to establish a statewide standard for financial literacy in middle and high schools. But it still has a ways to go to become law.
“This victory marks a major step forward in empowering the next generation with the tools they need to make smart financial decisions and build brighter futures,” said the Cooperative Credit Union Association. “It also reflects years of advocacy and leadership by CCUA and our member credit unions—who have long championed the value of financial education in classrooms and communities across the Commonwealth. Together, we are helping young people gain the confidence and knowledge to make responsible and successful financial decisions in life.”
The CCUA said it will continue to partner with the Massachusetts Senate to ensure the bill reaches the Governor’s desk and becomes law.
‘More Than a Lesson’
“Financial literacy is more than a lesson—it’s a lifelong foundation for opportunity and economic well-being,” the CCUA stated.
