Ch. 28: Closing a School in the Unorganized Territory

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Summary: This chapter sets forth requirements for the closing of a school operated within Maine's unorganized territory. SECTION 1. Closing a School Prior to closing a school in the unorganized territory, the Commissioner of Education shall hold a public hearing in the area served by that school. The public hearing shall be held at least one year prior to the proposed date of closure.

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