ME LD1532

Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife may conduct educational programs at third-party locations through leases or partnerships, expanding beyond department-owned facilities

Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and Department of Education may collaborate to develop outdoor education curriculum that qualifies as secondary school instruction

Secondary schools may voluntarily participate in the program, with instruction held at third-party sites, the school, or school administrative unit facilities; homeschoolers and members of the public may also attend

Department must secure a minimum of 3 geographically diverse locations across Maine by January 1, 2026 and begin engaging schools in calendar year 2026

Department must submit a report by November 4, 2026 evaluating program locations and school collaboration effectiveness, with recommendations for the 133rd Legislature in 2027