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LD 1474·ME·house

An Act To Strengthen The Teaching Of Wabanaki Studies In Maine Schools

Signed into LawFiled Apr 3, 2025
Sponsor: Laurie OSHER
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Signed by Governor

Apr 16, 2026

Summary

The bill establishes a new Wabanaki studies specialist within the Maine Department of Education to guide and fund the inclusion of Wabanaki content in required courses and graduation standards. It also directs the State Board of Education to add a Wabanaki component to teacher‑certification requirements and funds short‑term courses for teachers. The goal is to ensure that students learn about Wabanaki governments, culture, territories, and economies across subjects.

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