Sec. 7. Compensation. Resolved: That the legislative members of the commission are entitled to the legislative per diem, as defined in the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 3, section 2, and reimbursement for travel and other necessary expenses related to their attendance at meetings of the commission. Public members not otherwise compensated by their employers or other entities that they represent are entitled to receive reimbursement of necessary expenses for their attendance at authorized meetings of the commission; and be it further

Sec. 8. Report. Resolved: That the commission shall submit a report and any necessary implementing legislation to the Joint Standing Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs by February 15, 2004. The Joint Standing Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs may submit legislation in the Second Regular Session of the 121st Legislature to implement the recommendations of the commission.

Sec. 9. Extension. Resolved: That, if the commission requires a limited extension of time to complete its study and make its report, it may apply to the Legislative Council, which may grant an extension; and be it further.

Sec. 10. Commission budget. Resolved: That the chair of the commission, with assistance from the commission staff, shall administer the commission's budget. Within 10 days after its first meeting, the commission shall present a work plan and proposed budget to the Legislative Council for its approval. The commission may not incur expenses that would result in the commission's exceeding its approved budget. Upon request from the commission, the Executive Director of the Legislative Council shall promptly provide the commission chair and staff with a status report on the study budget, expenditures incurred and paid and available funds.

SUMMARY

This resolve creates a special commission to study the multicultural needs of Maine teachers to ensure that multicultural awareness and understanding is brought to the attention of all students.