Maine § 1856. - Unorganized Territory School Fund

Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1856. — Unorganized Territory School Fund, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1856.. Unorganized Territory School Fund

1.  Fund; unexpended income.  The Unorganized Territory School Fund, which includes the existing principal of that fund arising from the public reserved lots before October 3, 1973 and any accrued but unexpended income from the fund since that date, must continue.

2.  Administration; annual income.  The Treasurer of State shall hold and administer the Unorganized Territory School Fund. The income of the fund must be credited on December 31st annually to the Unorganized Territory Education and Services Fund established by Title 36, chapter 115 and used to reduce the amount determined to be the municipal cost components for the next fiscal year.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1856.

What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1856. cover?

Section 1856. ("Unorganized Territory School Fund") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Maine § 1856.?

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