LD550

An Act to Support Outdoor, Agricultural-based and Hands-on Experiential Learning in Public Schools

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Establishes the Maine Experiential Education Program to support outdoor and experiential learning in public schools.

This bill establishes the Maine Experiential Education Program to support outdoor, agricultural-based, and hands-on experiential learning in public schools. The program aims to enhance students' learning and academic development by providing deeper knowledge through experiential learning. It also seeks to improve students' health and physical development by increasing access to local foods through local procurement by school meal programs.

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Calendar

Mar 25, 2025

1:30 PM

Hearing

Mar 20, 2025

1:30 PM

Hearing

History

May 27, 2025

House

PASSED TO BE ENACTED.

May 27, 2025

House

Sent for concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.

May 27, 2025

Senate

PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.