This bill removes immunity under the Maine Tort Claims Act for school superintendents, school administrative units or schools within the school administrative unit's jurisdiction for certain conduct, including negligence, violations of state or federal education law, failure to ensure student safety, failure to report abuse of, neglect of or threats to a student, willful misconduct or criminal activity. The bill also requires school administrative units to indemnify their staff and employees, establish mandatory reporting policies regarding student safety and carry liability insurance. The bill directs the Department of Education to submit an annual report to the Legislature on the impact and effectiveness of these provisions and establishes an effective date of October 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text LD 1222, HP 797: 14.8104