Public Hearing on CSSP Rulemaking to be Rescheduled

February 9, 2026

Good morning,

The public hearing on proposed amendments to the Rule Governing the Competitive Skills Scholarship Program (CSSP) that was to take place February 10 has been cancelled. Once rescheduled, a new invite will be sent out.

In the meantime, feel free to check out the Maine Department of Labor's rulemaking webpage - https://www.maine.gov/labor/rulemaking/ , where interested parties can find instructions for submitting written public comment and access the redlined version of the proposed rule amendments.

The Maine Department of Labor, Bureau of Employment Services, is developing proposed amendments to the CSSP rule. The Program provides funding and support services for eligible Maine residents to pursue associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, or employer-recognized credentials leading to high-wage, in-demand jobs in Maine.

Changes to the rule are necessary in response to PL 2025 c. 396, An Act to Amend the Law Governing the Competitive Skills Scholarship Program and Establish the Community Workforce Connections Program. The public hearing is being held to solicit input on statutory requirements that may need clarification and components of the rule that may need to be updated, building on input received during the October 14 listening session.