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ME LD2099
Bill
Status
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
Holly Sargent
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AI Summary
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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
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Expands eligibility to Maine residents enrolled in school administrative units, magnet schools, private schools approved for tuition purposes, or receiving home instruction
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Requires high schools to record postsecondary credits and the granting institution on student transcripts
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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
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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