Bill > LD854

This bill amends the definition of "school administrative unit" in Maine's education statutes to explicitly include public charter schools approved under Chapter 112, which means these schools will now be eligible for school construction funding. Currently, school administrative units typically refer to traditional public school districts, and this modification ensures that charter schools—which are publicly funded but operate with more autonomy than traditional schools—can access the same capital construction funding resources as other public schools. By adding charter schools to the definition, the bill aims to provide more equitable funding opportunities for these alternative public education institutions, potentially helping them develop and maintain appropriate physical infrastructure. The change reflects a growing recognition of charter schools as a legitimate part of the public education system and seeks to remove potential financial barriers to their establishment and growth.

Education

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