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ME LD967
ME LD967An Act to Reinvigorate Maine's Workforce and Ensure Student Job Readiness by Providing Funds for the Career Exploration Program
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Introduced
03/07/2025
03/07/2025
In Committee
03/07/2025
03/07/2025
Crossed Over
05/06/2025
05/06/2025
Passed
05/07/2025
05/07/2025
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
132nd Legislature
Bill Summary
This bill provides ongoing funds to continue and make permanent one Public Service Coordinator I position to support the Career Exploration Program in the Department of Economic and Community Development effective July 1, 2026.
AI Summary
This bill provides ongoing funding for a new Public Service Coordinator I position within the Department of Economic and Community Development to support the Career Exploration Program, which becomes permanent starting July 1, 2026. Specifically, the bill allocates $128,892 for personal services and $10,000 for other expenses in the 2026-27 fiscal year, bringing the total General Fund allocation to $138,892. The position will be added to the legislative count at that time, with the goal of enhancing workforce development initiatives and improving student job readiness in Maine. By creating a dedicated coordinator role, the state aims to strengthen career exploration efforts and help connect students with potential career opportunities, ultimately supporting the state's economic development and workforce preparation strategies.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (9)
John Eder (R)*,
Rick Bennett (I),
Amanda Collamore (R),
Chip Curry (D),
Traci Gere (D),
Cassie Julia (D),
Marc Malon (D),
Arthur Mingo (R),
Tiffany Roberts (D),
Last Action
CARRIED OVER, in the same posture, to any special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order SP 800. (on 06/25/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=967&snum=132 |
| House: C-A (H-84) | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/getPDF.asp?paper=HP0627&item=2&snum=132 |
| Fiscal Note: C-A (H-84) | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/bills_132nd/fiscalpdfs/FN096702.pdf |
| Fiscal Note: Text | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/bills_132nd/fiscalpdfs/FN096701.pdf |
| BillText | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/getPDF.asp?paper=HP0627&item=1&snum=132 |
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