The bill, House No. 1448, aims to enhance higher education opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The committee on Higher Education has recommended that the accompanying order, House No. 5105, be adopted to facilitate this initiative.

To further this goal, the committee is authorized to conduct an investigation and study regarding the proposed legislation during a recess of the General Court. They are required to report their findings and any recommendations, along with necessary legislative drafts, to the General Court by December 31, 2026.