Legislation Seeks To Remedy High Number of Hungry Maine Students
A bill introduced by Senator Justin Alfond (D-Portland) that seeks to feed hungry children during the summer months passed unanimously in the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee. The legislation targets students who qualify for free or reduced lunch during the school year and would provide a program in their school district for them to be...
Bill Encourages All Maine Students To Pursue Higher Ed
Assistant Senate Democratic Leader Justin Alfond of Portland introduced a proposal that would require all students to fill out at least one application to a post-secondary educational institution or certificate program and complete an application to assess qualifications for financial aid as a condition for receiving a high school diploma. “We have made great strides...
