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
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.
Legislation and Laws
Please visit the following pages for information on current and recent legislation that impacts the field of education in Maine.
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.
Rules and Rulemaking
Please visit the following pages for information on the rulemaking process, the impact of rules, and how individuals can get involved.
Additional Resources
Please visit the following pages for more information from our colleagues
Contact
Dr. Laura Cyr
Director of Policy and Government Affairs
Phone: 207-446-8791
Email: Laura.Cyr@maine.gov
Supports the following areas:
- State-level Maine DOE legislative activities.
- Maine DOE rulemaking.
- The department’s relationship with Maine’s federal delegation.
Jennifer Belanger
Legislative Research and Communications Specialist
Phone: 207-620-4575
Email: Jennifer.Belanger@maine.gov
Supports the following areas:
- Freedom of Access Act (FOAA) requests.