125th MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 1662 LR 2656(01)
An Act To Provide for an Advisory Referendum on the Approval of Tax-exempt Student Loan Revenue Bonds
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement for Original Bill
Sponsor: Sen. Raye of Washington
Committee: Appropriations and Financial Affairs
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement
Current biennium cost increase - General Fund
Referendum Costs Month/Year Election Type Question Length
Nov-12 General Referendum Standard
The Secretary of State's budget includes sufficient funds to accommodate one ballot of average length for the general election in November.  If the number or size of the referendum questions requires production and delivery of a second ballot, an additional appropriation of $107,250 may be required.
Fiscal Detail and Notes
Because the referendum is advisory in nature, any impact on the Maine Educational Loan Authority's ability to issue tax-exempt student loan revenue bonds for future education loans will depend on subsequent actions by the Legislature and/or the Governor.