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ME LD1533
ME LD1533An Act to Ensure the Retention of R1 Research Institution Status by the University of Maine
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Introduced
04/08/2025
04/08/2025
In Committee
04/08/2025
04/08/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/13/2025
05/13/2025
Introduced Session
132nd Legislature
Bill Summary
This bill provides ongoing funds to support an additional 25 graduate students per year in research graduate programs until each student completes the student's program.
AI Summary
This bill provides ongoing funding to support the University of Maine's research graduate programs by allocating General Fund money specifically to employ 25 graduate students per year as research or teaching assistants until they complete their academic programs. The bill appropriates $2,686,441 for the 2025-26 fiscal year and $5,372,883 for the 2026-27 fiscal year, totaling approximately $8 million over two years. The funding is intended to help the University of Maine maintain its R1 Research Institution status, which is the highest classification for research universities in the United States, indicating the institution conducts extensive research activities. By supporting graduate students through assistantships, the bill aims to enhance the university's research capabilities, provide financial support for graduate students, and contribute to the state's higher education and research infrastructure.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD) (on 05/13/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1533&snum=132 |
| Fiscal Note: Text | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/bills_132nd/fiscalpdfs/FN153301.pdf |
| BillText | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/getPDF.asp?paper=SP0617&item=1&snum=132 |
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