131st MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 1769 LR 842(01)
An Act Concerning Students Who Experience Educational Disruption Due to Temporary or Permanent Changes Where They Live
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement for Original Bill
Sponsor: Rep. Roberts of South Berwick
Committee: Education and Cultural Affairs
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement
FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25 Projections  FY 2025-26 Projections  FY 2026-27
Net Cost (Savings)
General Fund $84,651 $119,555 $123,540 $127,669
Appropriations/Allocations
General Fund $84,651 $119,555 $123,540 $127,669
Fiscal Detail and Notes
The School and Student Supports program within the Department of Education will require ongoing General Fund appropriations of $84,651 in fiscal year 2023-24 and $119,555 in fiscal year 2024-25 for one State Education Representative position and related All Other costs to serve as the Keeping Maine Children Connected Program Manager to develop, train and maintain a statewide network of appropriate liaisons to assist children experiencing disruption including homelessness or unstable residency, placement in foster care, hospitalization or placement in a correctional institution.  This fiscal note assumes an October 1, 2023 effective date.