123rd MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 2037 LR 3259(01)
An Act To Provide Support for At-risk Youth
Fiscal Note for Original Bill
Sponsor: Rep. Perry, A. of Calais
Committee: Judiciary
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Fiscal Note
Current biennium cost increase - General Fund
Fiscal Detail and Notes
This legislation establishes an At-risk youth program within the Juvenile court to address punishment and proactive treatment of at-risk youth.  It is estimated that this program may require significant General Fund appropriations in excess of $5,000,000 annually to provide funds for additional judges, support staff, community therapeutic services, case management, security, office expenses and other general operating costs.  Once the design of this program is more defined,  the fiscal impact associated with the number of youth to be served and the types of services that will be necessary will be forthcoming.