Bill > LD674

This bill establishes a one-time funding appropriation to create a history education and learning mobile unit within the Maine State Archives, a division of the Department of the Secretary of State. The bill provides funding for two limited-period Archivist II positions, with each position having a defined end date of June 30, 2027. In fiscal years 2025-26 and 2026-27, the bill allocates $250,000 from the General Fund, which breaks down into approximately $205,145 to $211,710 for personal services (salaries) and $38,290 to $44,855 for other expenses. The mobile unit will likely aim to provide educational outreach about Maine's history, potentially traveling to schools, community centers, and other locations to engage the public through interactive historical exhibits or programs. By creating these temporary positions, the bill seeks to enhance historical education and awareness across the state through a flexible, mobile approach to learning.

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https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=674&snum=132