127th MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 840 LR 1820(03)
An Act To Collect and Report Data on the Implementation of Proficiency-based Diplomas and Standards-based Student Learning
Fiscal Note for Bill as Engrossed with:
C "A" (H-292)
Committee: Education and Cultural Affairs
             
Fiscal Note
Current biennium cost increase - General Fund
Fiscal Detail and Notes
This legislation requires the Department of Education to annually collect and report data regarding the progress of public schools and public charter schools towards implementing proficiency-based diplomas.  The Department of Education has indicated that the funding to support the data collection costs associated with this requirement is included in LD 1019, the Governor's proposed 2016-2017 biennial budget.  Therefore, no General Fund appropriations are needed.  If, however, the funding for the department's data collection efforts is not included as part of the final actions of the Legislature on the 2016-2017 biennial budget, this fiscal note may need to be adjusted.