Maine 2023-2024 Regular Session

Maine House Bill LD808

Introduced
2/28/23  
Refer
2/28/23  
Refer
2/28/23  
Engrossed
3/27/24  
Enrolled
3/27/24  

Caption

An Act to Amend the Pupil Counts Used for Determination of School Administrative Unit Operating Costs

Impact

The legislation aims to streamline the process by which funding is adjusted for educational institutions, ensuring that fiscal allocations align with the enrollment of students in state-approved schools beyond the typical October count date. By mandating subsidies to reflect actual tuition rates, LD808 is positioned to enhance the financial stability of administrative units that accommodate late-enrolling students, thereby fostering a more resilient educational landscape.

Summary

LD808 seeks to amend the laws governing the tuition process for students attending state-approved schools by establishing a fund to reimburse school administrative units for tuition payments made after the official student count in October. This amendment is designed to ensure that the funding allocated to these administrative units reflects the actual tuition costs incurred throughout the school year, promoting a more equitable funding distribution based on real-time enrollment figures.

Sentiment

General sentiment surrounding LD808 appears to be supportive, particularly among stakeholders in the education community who value responsive funding mechanisms that align resources with student needs. Proponents argue that this bill represents a significant move towards fair funding practices and increased flexibility for educational institutions, ensuring that all students have access to quality education regardless of their enrollment timeline.

Contention

However, there may be potential points of contention regarding the logistics of funding distribution and the administrative burden associated with monitoring and adjusting subsidies throughout the academic year. Questions may arise concerning the sustainability of the proposed funding model and whether it effectively addresses the needs of all parties involved in the educational system.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

ME LD181

An Act to Modify the Calculation of Pupil Counts Used for Determination of School Administrative Unit Operating Costs

ME HB4648

School aid: membership; pupil membership count day and the supplemental pupil count; modify to provide for an alternative day for the counting of pupils who are absent due to a religious observance or holiday. Amends secs. 6 & 6a of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1606 & 388.1606a).

ME LD607

An Act to Require the Approval of Superintendent Agreements Regarding Transfers of Students Between School Administrative Units

ME SB0023

School aid: membership; requirements concerning counting pupils in membership; modify for pupils enrolled in certain work-based learning experiences. Amends secs. 6 & 11 of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1606 & 388.1611) & adds sec. 61e.

ME HB4082

School aid: membership; requirements concerning counting pupils in membership; modify for pupils enrolled in certain work-based learning experiences. Amends secs. 6 & 11 of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1606 & 388.1611) & adds sec. 61e.

ME LD1518

An Act to Clarify the Amount and Use of Unallocated Balances in a School Administrative Unit Budget

ME SB0059

School aid: membership; requirements concerning counting pupils in membership; modify for pupils enrolled in certain work-based learning experiences. Amend secs. 6 & 11 of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1606 & 388.1611) & adds sec. 61e.

ME HB1579

Relative to the merging of school administrative units.

ME SB257

School admissions: pupil residency: pupils of departed parents: residents of adjoining state or foreign country: school district reimbursement.

ME SB374

Schools; directing the Commission for Educational Quality and Accountability to make certain school accreditation determinations until certain date. Effective date. Emergency.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.