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Committee debates LD 680 to fund wraparound services at Maine community colleges; motion filed to recommend 'ought not to pass'
Summary
The Education and Cultural Affairs Committee reviewed LD 680, a proposal for ongoing funding to Maine Community College campuses for wraparound student services (mental-health counseling, tutoring, advising). Representative Sheila Lyman moved "ought not to pass," and members asked to delay a vote until staff analyses are complete.
The Education and Cultural Affairs Committee spent its Dec. work session reviewing LD 680, a bill that would provide ongoing state funds to Maine Community College campuses to support wraparound services for students.
Committee analyst Steve Langland told members the proposal directs funds toward "wraparound services for students, such as mental health counseling, tutoring, and advising," and listed proposed ongoing amounts of $6,000,000 and $6,300,000. The analyst said the public hearing had highlighted an increased need for such services on community college campuses.
Representative Sheila Lyman moved that LD 680 "ought not to pass," and Representative Bagshaw seconded the motion. Chair Joe Rafferty…
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