LD 78·ME·house
An Act To Require Elementary School Students To Learn Cursive Writing
FailedFiled Jan 6, 2025
Sponsor: Joseph UNDERWOOD
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Died in Possession of the Senate when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was PLACED IN THE LEGISLATIVE FILES. (DEAD)
Apr 29, 2026
Summary
The bill orders the Maine Department of Education to include regular cursive handwriting instruction for students starting no later than third grade and continuing through fifth grade. Schools must ensure that by the end of fifth grade each student can demonstrate competency in cursive writing. The measure seeks to preserve a traditional skill in the state’s curriculum.
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