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ME LD281
An Act to Provide Support for Certain Maine Discovery Museum Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Educational Programming Throughout the State
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Introduced
01/28/2025
01/28/2025
In Committee
01/28/2025
01/28/2025
Crossed Over
05/13/2025
05/13/2025
Passed
05/14/2025
05/14/2025
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
132nd Legislature
Bill Summary
This bill provides ongoing funds to the Maine Discovery Museum to support the Maine Science Festival, the Maine Invention Convention and the Science Around ME program.
AI Summary
This bill provides ongoing funding of $225,000 per year from the General Fund to the Maine Discovery Museum for three specific science education programs: the Maine Science Festival, the Maine Invention Convention, and the Science Around ME program. These programs are designed to support science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) educational programming throughout the state of Maine. The funding is established for two fiscal years, specifically 2025-26 and 2026-27, and will help the museum continue its efforts to engage students and promote scientific learning and innovation across the state. By providing consistent financial support, the bill aims to ensure the sustainability of these educational initiatives that encourage students' interest and participation in STEM fields.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
On motion by Senator ROTUNDO of Androscoggin PLACED ON THE SPECIAL APPROPRIATIONS TABLE pending ENACTMENT in concurrence. (on 05/21/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=281&snum=132 |
| Senate: C-A (S-71) | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/getPDF.asp?paper=SP0131&item=2&snum=132 |
| Fiscal Note: C-A (S-71) | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/bills_132nd/fiscalpdfs/FN028102.pdf |
| Fiscal Note: Text | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/bills_132nd/fiscalpdfs/FN028101.pdf |
| BillText | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/getPDF.asp?paper=SP0131&item=1&snum=132 |
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