122nd MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 1425 LR 2169(02)
An Act To Support the Efficient Implementation of Maine's Learning Results
Fiscal Note for Bill as Amended by Committee Amendment "   "
Committee: Education and Cultural Affairs
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
Majority Report
   
             
Fiscal Note
Minor cost increase - General Fund
Fiscal Detail and Notes
Placing a moratorium for the 2006-2007 school year on activities associated with local assessments designed to certify student achievement may result in temporary savings to local school administrative units.  The amount can not be determined at this time.  Additional costs to the Department of Education associated with establishing quality standards for the comprehensive state and local assessment system and providing the required technical assistance can be absorbed utilizing existing budgeted resources.