An Act To Increase The State'S Share Of Major Capital School Construction Costs

LD 1087 requires Maine to cover at least 25% of major school construction costs or the school district's current state share for education funding (whichever is greater), starting July 1, 2026. The state share percentage is calculated using the same formula that determines the state's contribution to a district's regular education budget. This applies to all school districts in Maine and authorizes the State Board of Education to create implementing rules. The bill directly affects school administrative units by changing their cost-sharing arrangement for new construction projects.