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The House CalendarThe Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives 1st Legislative Day Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Pursuant to the Provision of Article IV, Part Third, Section 1 of the Constitution of Maine the members of the Legislature were polled. The majority of each political party having voted in the affirmative, the members of the House of Representatives are to assemble in their hall at 10:00 in the morning and will be called to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Pastor Frank Gleason, Skowhegan.
National Anthem by Honorable Christopher J. Kessler, South Portland.
Pledge of Allegiance.
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CALLING OF THE ROLL
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On motion of Representative DUNPHY of Old Town, the following House Order: (H.O. 12)
ORDERED, that a Committee of six be appointed to wait upon Her Excellency, Governor Janet T. Mills, and inform her that a quorum of the House of Representatives is assembled in the Hall of the House for the consideration of such business as may come before the House.
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On motion of Representative TALBOT ROSS of Portland, the following House Order: (H.O. 13)
ORDERED, that a message be conveyed to the Senate that a quorum of the House of Representatives is present for the consideration of such business as may come before the House.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 212)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
July 21, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under House Rule 201.1 (I) (a), I am reappointing Representative Laurel Libby of Auburn to the Joint Standing Committee on Judiciary, replacing RepresentativeBarbara Cardone of Bangor, effective immediately.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.C. 213)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
July 21, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under House Rule 201.1 (I) (a), I am reappointing Representative Heidi Sampson of Alfred to the Joint Standing Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs, replacing Representative Allison Hepler of Woolwich, effective immediately.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (H.C. 214)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
July 21, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under House Rule 201.1 (I) (a), I am reappointing Representative Michael Lemelin of Chelsea to the Joint Standing Committee on Health and Human Services, replacing Representative Gina Melaragno of Auburn, effective immediately.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-4) The Following Communication: (H.C. 215)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
July 21, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under House Rule 201.1 (I) (a), I am reappointing Representative Christopher Johansen of Monticello to the Joint Standing Committee on Environment and Natural Resources, replacing Representative Jessica Fay of Raymond, effective immediately.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-5) The Following Communication: (H.C. 216)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
July 21, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under House Rule 201.1 (I) (a), I am reappointing Representative John Andrews of Paris to the Joint Standing Committee on Innovation, Development, Economic Advancement and Business, replacing Representative Genevieve McDonald of Stonington, effective immediately.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-6) The Following Communication: (H.C. 217)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
July 21, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under House Rule 201.1 (I) (a), I am reappointing Representative Sherman Hutchins of Penobscot to the Joint Standing Committee on Marine Resources,replacing Representative Holly Stover of Boothbay, effective immediately.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-7) The Following Communication: (H.C. 218)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
July 21, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under House Rule 201.1 (I) (a), I am reappointing Representative James Thorne of Carmel to the Joint Standing Committee on Judiciary, replacing Representative Joyce McCreight of Harpswell, effective immediately.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-8) The Following Communication: (H.C. 219)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
July 21, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under House Rule 201.1 (I) (a), I am reappointing Representative James Thorne of Carmel to the Joint Standing Committee on Marine Resources, replacing Representative Victoria Doudera of Camden, effective immediately.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-9) The Following Communication: (H.C. 220)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
August 5, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0002
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under SP 578, I have appointed the following members to the Working Group to Review the Process for Ongoing Review of Tax Expenditures, effective immediately:
Honorable Maureen Terry of Gorham as House Chair and as a House member of the Joint Standing Committee on Taxation Honorable Holly Stover of Boothbay as a House member of the Government Oversight Committee Honorable Sawin Millett, Jr. of Waterford as a House member of the Government Oversight Committee Honorable Theodore Kryzak, Jr. of Acton as a House member of the Joint Standing Committee on Taxation
Should you have any question regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-10) The Following Communication: (H.C. 221)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
August 5, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0002
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Title 5, Part 17, Chapter 371-A §7030 of the Maine Revised Statutes, I have reappointed the following to the Permanent Commission on the Status of Women:
Dr. Ruth Kermish-Allen of Appleton, seat 15 Bonnie Porta of Cape Elizabeth, seat 16
Please contact my office if you have any questions regarding these appointments.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-11) The Following Communication: (H.C. 222)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
August 26, 2021
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Resolves, Chapter 104, I have appointed Judge Jarrod Crockett of South Paris to the Commission To Create a Plan To Incorporate the Probate Courts into the Judicial Branchas a member of the Probate Judges Assembly, effective immediately.
Judge Crockett will replace Judge William Avantaggio of Damariscotta who has resigned from the Commission.
Should you have questions regarding this appointment, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-12) The Following Communication: (H.C. 223)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
August 5, 2021
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Resolves, Chapter 104, I have appointed the following to the Commission To Create a Plan To Incorporate the Probate Courts into the Judicial Branch, effective immediately:
Honorable Barbara Cardone of Bangor, as House chair Honorable Erin Sheehan of Biddeford, as a member of the House Honorable David Haggan of Hampden, as a member of the House Honorable William Avantaggio of Damariscotta, as a member of the Probate Judges Assembly Ms. Tudor Goldsmith of Portland, as a member of the Maine State Bar Association Mr. Leo Delicata of Augusta, as a member of the Maine State Bar Association and a member of a nonprofit organization providing statewide free legal services Ms. Kathy Ayers of Augusta, as a Register of Probate
Should you have questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-13) The Following Communication: (H.C. 224)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
August 6, 2021
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Resolves, Chapter 116, I have appointed the following House members to the Task Force To Study the Coordination of Services and Expansion of Educational Programs for Young Adults with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities or Acquired Brain Injury, effective immediately:
Honorable Rebecca Millett of Cape Elizabeth, as a member of the Joint Standing Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs.
Honorable Samuel Zager of Portland, as a member of the Joint Standing Committee on Health and Human Services.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-14) The Following Communication: (H.C. 225)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
August 6, 2021
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Resolves, Chapter 108, I have appointed the following to the Registration Plate Working Group, effective immediately.
Honorable Mark Bryant of Windham. Representative Bryant will serve on the working group as the member of the Joint Standing Committee on Transportation.
David Little of Bangor. Mr. Little will serve on the working group as the member who represents a municipality or other political subdivision of the State engaged in the registration of motor vehicles on behalf of the State.
Shane Blakley of Warren. Mr. Blakley will serve on the working group as an individual who is responsible for overseeing the manufacture of registration plates in the State Prison.
Should you have questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-15) The Following Communication: (H.C. 226)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
August 18, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0002
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Title 5, Part 17, Chapter 371-A §7030 of the Maine Revised Statutes, I have reappointed Anne Gass of Gray to the Permanent Commission on the Status of Women, seat 17, effective immediately.
Please contact my office if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-16) The Following Communication: (H.C. 227)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
August 19, 2021
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Resolves, Chapter 103, I have appointed the following to the Commission to Study College Affordability and College Completion, effective immediately:
Representative Edward Crockett of Portland to serve on the commission as a member of the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee. Also, as first-named House of Representatives member, Representative Crockett will serve on the commission as House Chair;
Representative Suzanne Salisbury of Westbrook to serve on the commission as a member of the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee;
Representative Timothy Roche of Wells to serve on the commission as a member of the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee;
Colleen Quint of Portland to serve on the commission as the member with expertise in higher education policy issues representing a nonprofit entity in the State that provides financial assistance to students or to high schools to assist students with college enrollment; and
Jason Judd of Portland to serve on the commission as the member with expertise in higher education policy issues representing a statewide education policy research institute.
Should you have any questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-17) The Following Communication: (H.C. 228)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
August 10, 2021
The Honorable Rob Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under House Rule 201.1 (I) (a), I have appointed Representative Melanie Sachs of Freeport to the Joint Standing Committee on Energy, Utilities and Technology, replacing Representative Barbara Wood of Portland, effective immediately.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-18) The Following Communication: (H.C. 229)
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
June 23, 2021
Speaker Ryan Fecteau State of Maine 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Mr Speaker,
It is with much sadness that I will be resigning from the Maine House of Representatives effective at the end of the day celebrating our Nation's Independence - July 4, 2021.
I left the classroom in order to serve our State and I have been offered a wonderful and unexpected opportunity to serve students once again. It pains me that I am unable to do both simultaneously, but this opportunity takes my family and I outside of my House District.
It was a difficult decision to make, but ensuring the well-being of my family is a promise I have made over-and-over to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
It has been my distinct honor to serve the People of west and north Augusta, especially during the COVID-19 health crisis when I was put in a position to help those who needed critical and immediate assistance. There are many fine public servants in our State who care deeply about all Maine People and it has been my pleasure to serve alongside them.
Sincerely,
S/Justin Fecteau State Representative-HD86
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(2-19) The Following Communication: (H.C. 230)
SENATE OF MAINE 130TH LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
August 19, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under SP 578 passed in the 130th Maine Legislature, I am pleased to appoint the following Senators, as members of the Government Oversight Committee, to the Working Group To Review the Process for Ongoing Review of Tax Expenditures: Senator Rick Bennett of Oxford These appointments are effective the date of this letter. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding either appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
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(2-20) The Following Communication: (H.C. 231)
SENATE OF MAINE 130TH LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
August 19, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under SP 578 passed in the 130th Maine Legislature, I am pleased to appoint the following Senators, as members of the Joint Standing Committee on Taxation, to the Working Group To Review the Process for Ongoing Review of Tax Expenditures:
Senator Nate Libby of Androscoggin Senator Matthew Pouliot of Kennebec
These appointments are effective the date of this letter. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding either appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
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(2-21) The Following Communication: (H.C. 232)
SENATE OF MAINE 130TH LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
August 20, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under Resolves, Chapter 116 passed in the 130th Legislature, I am pleased to appoint Senator Craig Hickman of Kennebec to the Task Force To Study the Coordination of Services and Expansion of Educational Programs and Vocational Opportunities for Young Adults with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities or Acquired Brain Injury. With this appointment, he will be serving as a Senator on the Labor and Housing Committee, effective October 18, 2021.
Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
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(2-22) The Following Communication: (H.C. 233)
SENATE OF MAINE 130TH LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
August 20, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under Title 5, section 12004-I, subsection 52-C, I am pleased to appoint the following individuals to the Marijuana Advisory Commission:
Senator Brad Farrin of Somerset Lenny Sharon of Auburn
I am also pleased to reappoint John Risler of Tenants Harbor to the Marijuana Advisory Commission. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding these appointments, which are effective the date of this letter.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
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(2-23) The Following Communication: (H.C. 234)
SENATE OF MAINE 130TH LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
August 27, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under Resolves, Chapter 108 of the 130th Maine Legislature, I am pleased to appoint Christl Theriault to the Registration Plate Working Group, effective the date of this letter. With this appointment, she will be serving as a member representing a state agency that is a recipient of funds generated by the sale of specialty license plates.
Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
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(2-24) The Following Communication: (H.C. 235)
SENATE OF MAINE 130TH LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
August 27, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under Resolves, Chapter 108 of the 130th Maine Legislature, I am pleased to appoint Senator Ben Chipman to the Registration Plate Working Group, effective the date of this letter. With this appointment, he will be serving as a Senator on the Committee on Transportation.
Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
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(2-25) The Following Communication: (H.C. 236)
SENATE OF MAINE 130TH LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
August 27, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under Resolves, Chapter 104 passed in the 130th Legislature, I am pleased to appoint the following Senators to the Commission To Create a Plan To Incorporate the Probate Courts into the Judicial Branch: Senator Anne Carney of Cumberland They will be serving on the commission effective October 18, 2021. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding these appointments.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
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(2-26) The Following Communication: (H.C. 238)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
September 2, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0002
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Public Law Chapter 405, I have appointed the following to the Committee to Study the Feasibility of Creating Basic Income Security, effective immediately:
Honorable Colleen Madigan of Waterville as a House member of the Joint Standing Committee on Health and Humans Services. As first-named House member, Representative Madigan will also serve as House Chair of this study committee;
Honorable Amy Roeder of Bangor as a House member of the Joint Standing Committee on Labor and Housing;
Honorable Susan Bernard of Caribou as a House member of the Joint Standing Committee on Innovation, Development, Economic Advancement and Business;
Lori Moses of Sebago as a member of the public who represents business and industry; and
Professor Michael Howard of Orono as a member of the public who represents higher education.
Should you have any questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-27) The Following Communication: (H.C. 239)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
September 2, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0002
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Resolves, Chapter 423, I have appointed the Honorable Kristi Mathieson of Kittery to serve as the House member on the Maine Health Data Organization Health Information Advisory Committee, effective immediately.
Should you have any questions regarding this appointment, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-28) The Following Communication: (H.C. 240)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
September 3, 2021
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Resolves, Chapter 122, I have appointed the following to the Commission To Develop a Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Program, effective immediately:
Honorable Kristen Cloutier of Lewiston to serve as a member of the House of Representatives and as the House Chair of the commission;
Honorable Paul Stearns of Guilford to serve as a member of the House of Representatives;
Ms. Sarah Brydon of Portland to serve as the member with expertise in issues related to family and medical leave benefits;
Ms. Emily Ingwersen of Arundel to serve as the member who is an employer with 50 or fewer employees; and
Mr. Charlie Mitchell of Gray to serve as the member who is an employer in the hospitality industry.
Should you have any questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-29) The Following Communication: (H.C. 241)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
September 8, 2021
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Resolves, Chapter 121, I have appointed the following to the Criminal Records Review Committee, effective immediately:
Assistant House Majority Leader Rachel Talbot Ross of Portland will serve as a member of the House of Representatives and as first-named House member, she will also serve as the House Chair;
Representative Richard Pickett of Dixfield will serve as a member of the House of Representatives;
Marissa Bodnar of Portland will serve as a representative of broadcasting interests;
Elizabeth Ward Saxl of Augusta will serve as a representative of a statewide nonprofit organization whose mission includes advocating for victims and survivors of sexual assault;
Barbara Taylor of Peaks Island will serve as a representative of an organization that provides free civil legal assistance to citizens of the State with low incomes;
Hannah Longley of Hallowell will serve as a representative of a mental health advocacy organization;
Michael Kebede of Portland will serve as a representative of a civil liberties organization whose primary mission is the protection of civil liberties;
Dee Clarke of Portland will serve as a representative of a nonprofit organization whose primary mission is to advocate for victims and survivors of sexual exploitation and sex trafficking;
Jill Ward of Portland will serve as a representative of an organization involved in advocating for juvenile justice reform; and
Judith Meyer of Lewiston will serve as a representative of a public records access advocacy organization.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-30) The Following Communication: (H.C. 242)
SENATE OF MAINE 130TH LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
September 14, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under Resolves, Chapter 122 passed in the 130th Legislature, I am pleased to appoint the following individuals to the Commission To Develop a Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Program: Senator Matthea Daughtry of Cumberland These appointments are effective October 18, 2021. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding any of these appointments.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
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(2-31) The Following Communication: (H.C. 243)
SENATE OF MAINE 130TH LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
September 14, 2021
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under Resolves, Chapter 121 passed in the 130th Legislature, I am pleased to appoint the following individuals to the Criminal Records Review Committee: Senator Donna Bailey of York County Senator Kim Rosen of Hancock County These individuals will be serving on the committee effective October 18, 2021. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding these appointments.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
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(2-32) The Following Communication: (H.C. 244)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
September 29, 2021
Dear Members of the 130th Legislature,
Pursuant to the Maine Constitution, Article 4, Part Third, Section 1, a majority of each political party were in favor of reconvening for a special session. Therefore, the House and Senate will convene on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 for the Second Special Session of the 130th Legislature.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan M. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-33) The Following Communication: (H.C. 237)
MAINE STATE LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF PROGRAM EVALUATION AND GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY
TO: Senator Troy Jackson, President of the Senate Representative Ryan Fecteau, Speaker of the House Democratic and Republican Leaders
FROM: Lucia Nixon, Director
DATE: August 11, 2021
RE: Evaluation of the Maine Seed Capital Tax Credit
Enclosed please find the final report from the Office of Program Evaluation and Government Accountability on Evaluation of the Maine Seed Capital Tax Credit. The report is also available on our website at http://legislature.maine.gov/opega/opega-reports/9149. The public comment period on this report has been scheduled for Wednesday, September 8, 202l at 10:00 a.m. in Room 220 Cross Building.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
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(2-34) The Following Communication: (H.C. 245)
STATE OF MAINE ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTIETH LEGISLATURE APPORTIONMENT COMMISSION
September 27, 2021
The Honorable Robert Hunt Clerk of the House The Honorable Darek Grant Secretary of the Senate 130th Maine State Legislature 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt and Secretary Grant:
As constituted pursuant to Article IV, Pt. 3, § 1 of the Maine Constitution, the 2021 Apportionment Commission is pleased to submit to the Maine House of Representatives and the Maine Senate its apportionment proposal pursuant to Joint Order H.P. 4 of the 130th Legislature.
The plans for apportionment of the Maine House of Representatives, the Maine Senate, the Maine County Commissioner districts, and Maine’s U.S. Congressional districts were each approved by the affirmative votes of all Commission members. The attached report includes detailed descriptions of each of these plans.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Commission members and the staff members and consultants of both party caucuses for their thorough and collegial work on these unified proposals.
Sincerely,
S/Donald G. Alexander Chairman
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PETITIONS, BILLS AND RESOLVES REQUIRING REFERENCE
Pursuant to Constitution
(3-1) Representative DUNPHY for the Apportionment commission pursuant to the Constitution of Maine, Article IV, Part First, Section 3 asks leave to report out the accompanying Bill "An Act To Reapportion the Districts of the State House of Representatives" (H.P. 1304) (L.D. 1738)
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Pursuant to Constitution
(3-2) Representative DUNPHY for the Apportionment commission pursuant to the Constitution of Maine, Article IX, Section 24 asks leave to report out the accompanying Bill "An Act To Reapportion Maine's Congressional Districts" (H.P. 1305) (L.D. 1739)
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Pursuant to Constitution
(3-3) Representative DUNPHY for the Apportionment commission pursuant to the Constitution of Maine, Art. IX, Section 25 asks leave to report out the accompanying Bill "An Act To Reapportion the County Commissioner Districts" (H.P. 1306) (L.D. 1740)
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(4-1) On motion of Representative McDONALD of Stonington, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 1303) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 214)
JOINT RESOLUTION EXPRESSING REGRET OVER THE
WHEREAS,Deputy Luke Gross served with the sheriff’s office in Hancock County for 18 years and previously served in the police departments of Winthrop and Sabattus; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Gross was profoundly committed to law enforcement, believing in his job and in service, caring deeply for the people whom he served and contributing to his community both through his work and through participating in local charitable events;and
WHEREAS, in addition to his devotion to his professional duties, Deputy Gross had apassion for helping young people, serving as a camp leader at Camp POSTCARD and on the Hancock County School Board, working in local schools as part of the D.A.R.E. program and helping with the Deer Isle-Stonington High School Every 15 Minutes program, which educates students about the dangers of intoxicated and distracted driving; and
WHEREAS, Deputy Gross was struck and killed by a motor vehicle while responding to a call in the early hours of September 23, 2021; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirtieth Legislature now assembled in the Second Special Session, on behalf of the people we represent, express regret over the line-of-duty death of Deputy Luke Gross and our admiration for his honorable work in law enforcement and the community, and we send our condolences to his family.
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ORDERS OF THE DAY HOUSE CALENDAR
The following matters, in the consideration of which the House was engaged at the time of adjournment, have preference in the Orders of the Day and continue with such preference until disposed of as provided by House Rule 502.
1. RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine To Establish a Right to a Healthy Environment (S.P. 196) (L.D. 489)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 130th Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order H.P. 1302 on July 19, 2021. TABLED - May 19, 2021 (Till Later Today) by Representative DUNPHY of Old Town. PENDING - FINAL PASSAGE.
2. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-192) - Minority (5) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING on Bill "An Act Concerning Nondisclosure Agreements in Employment" (H.P. 711) (L.D. 965)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 130th Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order H.P. 1302 on July 19, 2021. TABLED - June 2, 2021 (Till Later Today) by Representative SYLVESTER of Portland. PENDING - Motion of same Representative to ACCEPT the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report.
3. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (12) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-542) - Minority (1) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS on Bill "An Act To Build a Child Care System by Recruiting and Retaining Maine's Early Childhood Educators Workforce" (H.P. 1223) (L.D. 1652)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 130th Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order H.P. 1302 on July 19, 2021. TABLED - June 10, 2021 (Till Later Today) by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
4. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A" (8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-579) - Report "B" (4) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-580) - Report "C" (1) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES on Bill "An Act To End the Sale of Flavored Tobacco Products" (H.P. 1155) (L.D. 1550)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 130th Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order H.P. 1302 on July 19, 2021. TABLED - June 14, 2021 (Till Later Today) by Representative MEYER of Eliot. PENDING - Motion of same Representative to ACCEPT Report "A" OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 1
Pursuant to the Constitution
(1-1) Report of the Apportionment commission pursuant to the Constitution of Maine, Article IV, Part Second, Section 2 asks leave to report out the accompanying Bill "An Act To Reapportion the Districts of the State Senate" (S.P. 595) (L.D. 1741)
Comes from the Senate, Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 2
(1-1) The following Joint Order: (S.P. 596)
ORDERED, the House concurring, that the Legislative Council shall take legal action on behalf of the Legislature to prohibit or limit the restrictions imposed on the northeast commercial lobster and Jonah crab trap/pot fisheries by the National Marine FisheriesService pursuant to the biological opinion issued by the National Marine Fisheries Service pursuant to the federal Endangered Species Act, referred to in this order as “the 2021 opinion,” or the final rule announced by the National Oceanic and AtmosphericAdministration on August 31, 2021 and published in the Federal Register on September 17, 2021 with an effective date of October 18, 2021, referred to in this order as “the final rule.” The Legislative Council, on behalf of the Legislature, shall take such legal action as it determines appropriate and fiscally feasible, including, but not limited to, joining any pending legal action regarding the 2021 opinion or the final rule as an intervenor in opposition to the measures imposed pursuant to the 2021 opinion or the final rule, providing an amicus brief in any pending legal action or initiating new litigation, and may limit the scope of its opposition to a portion or portions of the 2021 opinion or final rule, including, without limitation, those imposing increased conservation measures, seasonal closures on lobstering zones, limitations on the number or type of buoy lines and restrictions on other lobster fishing gear.
Comes from the Senate, READ and PASSED.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 3
Apportionment Plan
(10-1) An Act To Reapportion the Districts of the State House of Representatives (H.P. 1304) (L.D. 1738)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. In accordance with the provisions of Article IV, Part First, Section 3, Paragraph 1 of the Constitution, a two-thirds vote of the members present and voting of the House being necessary. _________________________________
(10-2) An Act To Reapportion Maine's Congressional Districts (H.P. 1305) (L.D. 1739)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. In accordance with the provisions of Article IV, Part First, Section 3, Paragraph 1 of the Constitution, a two-thirds vote of the members present and voting of the House being necessary. _________________________________
(10-3) An Act To Reapportion the County Commissioner Districts (H.P. 1306) (L.D. 1740)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. In accordance with the provisions of Article IV, Part First, Section 3, Paragraph 1 of the Constitution, a two-thirds vote of the members present and voting of the House being necessary. _________________________________
(10-4) An Act To Reapportion the Districts of the State Senate (S.P. 595) (L.D. 1741)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. In accordance with the provisions of Article IV, Part First, Section 3, Paragraph 1 of the Constitution, a two-thirds vote of the members present and voting of the House being necessary.
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