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This bill modifies the state's special education funding formula by gradually increasing the minimum state share of school administrative units' special education costs. Currently, the state provides 45% funding in fiscal year 2019-20 and 50% in fiscal years 2020-21 through 2024-25. Beginning in fiscal year 2025-26, the bill mandates that the state will cover 55% of special education costs. This change is part of the essential programs and services school funding formula, which determines how much financial support the state provides to local school districts for special education expenses. By incrementally raising the state's contribution, the bill aims to provide more consistent and increased financial support to school administrative units for meeting the educational needs of students with disabilities.

Education

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=71&snum=132