The Maine Department of Education is involved at various stages of Maine's legislative process, acting as a resource to state legislators by providing them with information about Department programs and Maine's education system; proposing bills, and taking positions as appropriate on legislation that affects education in Maine; and, in fulfilling its duty as a state agency, adopting rules to implement laws passed by the Maine State Legislature.
Resources
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Policy and Government Affairs
Please visit the following pages for more information about the Legislative Team, what we do, and how we serve the students and educators of Maine.
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Legislation and Laws
Please visit the following pages for information on current and recent legislation that impacts the field of education in Maine.
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Civic Engagement Resources
Please visit the following pages for more information about the legislative process, the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee, and how individuals can get involved.
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Rules and Rulemaking
Please visit the following pages for information on the rulemaking process, the impact of rules, and how individuals can get involved.
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Additional Resources
Please visit the following pages for more information from our colleagues
Contact:
Director, Office of Policy and Government Affairs
Phone: 207-215-7396
Email: Courtney.Belolan@maine.gov
Laura Cyr
Federal and State Legislative Specialist
Phone: 207-446-8791
Email: Laura.Cyr@maine.gov
Jennifer Belanger
Legislative and Constituent Services Specialist
Phone: 207-620-4575
Email: Jennifer.Belanger@maine.gov