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ME LD2099

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Holly Sargent

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Establishes lifetime credit caps for state-subsidized postsecondary courses: 18 credits for regular secondary students and 24 credits for career and technical education students in early college career pathways

  • Expands eligibility to Maine residents enrolled in school administrative units, magnet schools, private schools approved for tuition purposes, or receiving home instruction

  • Requires high schools to record postsecondary credits and the granting institution on student transcripts

  • Directs the Department of Education, beginning with the 2027-2028 school year, to work with eligible institutions (University of Maine System, Maine Community College System, Maine Maritime Academy) to establish an annual tuition reimbursement process

  • Simplifies recommendation requirements by removing the mandate for school administration assessment before a student can take postsecondary courses

Legislative Description

An Act to Amend Certain Eligibility Requirements for Secondary Students Receiving State Subsidies for Postsecondary Courses

School Funding Formula

Last Action

Reported Out: OTP-AM/ONTP

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Education And Cultural Affairs1/7/2026

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