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The House CalendarThe Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Pastor Jamie Dickson, Kingdom Life Church, Oakland.
National Anthem by Michele Gonya, Winslow.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Medical Provider of the Day, Dawn LeVasseur, FNP-C, Fairfield.
Reading of the Journal of Thursday, March 27, 2025. _________________________________
(1-1) The following Joint Resolution: (S.P. 319)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MARCH FROM SELMA TO MONTGOMERY
WHEREAS,March 25, 2025 marks the 60th anniversary of the end of the 3rd of 3 marches from Selma, Alabama to Montgomery, Alabama in support of the voting rights movement, which in turn contributed to the passage of the federal Voting Rights Act of 1965, a landmark achievement of the civil rights movement in the 1960s; and
WHEREAS, on March 7, 1965 approximately 600 civil rights marchers, led by John Lewis of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, who later became a member of the United States House of Representatives, and Reverend Hosea Williams of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, headed east out of Selma, Alabama to the State Capitol in Montgomery, Alabama; and
WHEREAS, the civil rights activists sought to nonviolently protest discriminatory voter registration practices and the shooting of Jimmie Lee Jackson, who was shot after protecting his mother and grandfather in a civil rights demonstration on February 18, 1965 in a restaurant in Marion, Alabama and who died 8 days later on February 26, 1965; and
WHEREAS, the nonviolent marchers were met and attacked with clubs, whips, police dogs and tear gas by state troopers, local law enforcement officers and townspeople at the Edmund Pettus Bridge as they were leaving Selma; and
WHEREAS, dozens of peaceful marchers were injured by state troopers, local law enforcement officers and townspeople in the forced retreat; and
WHEREAS, images of innocent protestors brutally beaten and severely injured on March 7, 1965, remembered as “Bloody Sunday,’’ were depicted on television screens and in newspaper articles across the country; and
WHEREAS, Bloody Sunday galvanized a generation of nonviolent civil rights activists and heightened support and awareness for the civil rights movement; and
WHEREAS, on March 9, 1965, 2 days later, Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr., led a nonviolent protest of reportedly as many as 2,500 people before turning around after crossing the Edmund Pettus Bridge due to a barricade of state troopers; and
WHEREAS, on March 15, 1965, despite pressure from political figures, United States District Court Judge Frank M. Johnson, Jr., issued an injunction allowing the voting rights march from Selma to Montgomery to proceed, overturning Governor George Wallace’s prohibition of the protest; and
WHEREAS, on March 21, 1965, with the protection of United States Army troops, the Alabama National Guard under federal command, the FBI and federal marshals, more than 3,000 people, led by Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr., set out from Selma to Montgomery, a 54-mile journey, marching an average of 10 miles a day along Route 80 and sleeping in fields; and
WHEREAS, the nonviolent protestors safely reached the steps of the State Capitol building on March 25, 1965, by which point their numbers had grown to 25,000, including many religious and community leaders of all denominations, races and backgrounds; and
WHEREAS, on March 17, 1965, with the Selma protestors at the forefront of the news, President Lyndon B. Johnson addressed a joint session of Congress, calling for federal voting rights legislation to dismantle the barriers that prevented African Americans from voting; and
WHEREAS, with the country captivated by the courage and conviction displayed by the civil rights marchers and activists, the United States Congress passed and President Lyndon B. Johnson enacted into law the landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965 on August 6, 1965; and
WHEREAS, many people from Maine, of all races and religions, were involved in not only the march from Selma to Montgomery, but the civil rights struggle as well; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-second Legislature now assembled in the First Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the historic civil rights marches from Selma to Montgomery and to honor all those who struggled in search of equality and the freedom to participate in our democracy.
Comes from the Senate, READ and ADOPTED.
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(1-2) Resolve, to Establish the Committee to Study the Use of Sunflower Crops to Produce Biofuels (S.P. 527) (L.D. 1297)
Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY and ordered printed.
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(1-3) Bill "An Act Regarding the New Markets Tax Credit and the Maine New Markets Capital Investment Program" (S.P. 506) (L.D. 1217)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TAXATION and ordered printed.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.P. 897)
STATE OF MAINE CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
March 28, 2025
Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau Speaker of the House 132nd Legislature
Honorable Matthea Daughtry President of the Senate 132nd Legislature
Dear Mr. Speaker and Madam President:
On March 28, 2025, 23 bills were received by the Clerk of the House.
Pursuant to the provisions of Joint Rule 308.2, these bills were referred to the Joint Standing Committees on March 28, 2025, as follows:
Criminal Justice and Public Safety
Bill "An Act to Amend Certain Provisions of the Drug Laws Related to Cocaine Base" (H.P. 889) (L.D. 1366) (Sponsored by Representative MILLIKEN of Blue Hill) (Cosponsored by Representative: LOOKNER of Portland)
Education and Cultural Affairs
Bill "An Act to Create Alternative Pathways for Certification or Endorsement of Industrial Arts Teachers" (H.P. 880) (L.D. 1357) (Sponsored by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor) (Cosponsored by Senator HAGGAN of Penobscot and Representatives: ARDELL of Monticello, CARUSO of Caratunk, CIMINO of Bridgton, FLYNN of Albion, OLSEN of Raymond, POIRIER of Skowhegan, Senator: MOORE of Washington)
Bill "An Act to Provide Emergency Medical Services Training Through the Maine Community College System" (H.P. 892) (L.D. 1369) (Sponsored by Representative FREDETTE of Newport)
Energy, Utilities and Technology
Bill "An Act to Reduce Electricity Rates by Removing Limitations on the Ownership of Generation by an Affiliate of an Investor-owned Transmission and Distribution Utility"(H.P. 881) (L.D. 1358) (Sponsored by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor) (Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook and Representatives: FOSTER of Dexter, MCINTYRE of Lowell, SMITH of Palermo, Senator: HARRINGTON of York)
Health and Human Services
Bill "An Act to Establish Parity in Funding Between Recovery Community Centers and Peer-run Recovery Centers" (H.P. 885) (L.D. 1362) (Sponsored by Representative ROEDER of Bangor) (Cosponsored by Representatives: BECK of South Portland, FAIRCLOTH of Bangor, FROST of Belgrade, GEIGER of Rockland, STOVER of Boothbay, Senator: TIPPING of Penobscot)
Resolve, to Study Methods of Gradually Transitioning Individuals from Government Assistance Programs to the Workforce (H.P. 890) (L.D. 1367) (Sponsored by Representative LANIGAN of Sanford) (Cosponsored by Senator HARRINGTON of York and Representatives: LIBBY of Auburn, STROUT of Harrington)
Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services
Bill "An Act to Require Insurance Coverage for Covered Dental Services Provided by Licensed Dental Hygienists and to Authorize Licensed Dental Hygienists to Bill Commercial Dental Insurance" (H.P. 884) (L.D. 1361) (Sponsored by Representative MASTRACCIO of Sanford)
Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
Resolve, Authorizing a Study on the Impacts and Risks of Lead-based Ammunition (H.P. 887) (L.D. 1364) (Sponsored by Representative BRIDGEO of Augusta) (Cosponsored by Representatives: DILL of Old Town, ROBERTS of South Berwick)
Judiciary
Bill "An Act to Require Antisemitism to Be Considered as Motivation When Determining a Violation of a Criminal or Civil Law" (H.P. 874) (L.D. 1351) (Sponsored by Representative GRIFFIN of Levant)
Resolve, Requiring the Judicial Branch to Report on the Implementation and Operation of Its Electronic Filing System (H.P. 893) (L.D. 1370) (Sponsored by Representative FREDETTE of Newport)
Bill "An Act to Tie Judicial Salaries to the Average Judicial Salaries of Other New England States" (H.P. 894) (L.D. 1371) (Sponsored by Representative FREDETTE of Newport)
Marine Resources
Bill "An Act to Amend Provisions Regarding the Scallop Fishery License Apprentice Program, Licensing and Limited Access Areas" (H.P. 875) (L.D. 1352) (Sponsored by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor) (Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington and Representatives: FARRIN of Jefferson, HEPLER of Woolwich, RIELLY of Westbrook, SIMMONS of Waldoboro, THORNE of Carmel)
Bill "An Act Regarding Required Landings in the Menhaden Fishery" (H.P. 876) (L.D. 1353) (Sponsored by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor) (Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington and Representatives: FARRIN of Jefferson, GOLEK of Harpswell, RIELLY of Westbrook, THORNE of Carmel)
State and Local Government
Bill "An Act to Establish a Special Committee to Review Routine Technical Rules" (H.P. 895) (L.D. 1372) (Sponsored by Representative SOBOLESKI of Phillips) (Cosponsored by Senator MARTIN of Oxford and Representatives: DRINKWATER of Milford, FREDERICKS of Sanford, LAVIGNE of Berwick, PERKINS of Dover-Foxcroft, SMITH of Palermo, THORNE of Carmel, Senator: BRADSTREET of Kennebec)
Taxation
Resolve, to Require the Office of Tax Policy to Study Taxation of Renewable Energy Infrastructure (H.P. 878) (L.D. 1355) (Sponsored by Representative HASENFUS of Readfield)
Bill "An Act to Exempt Resident Minors' Income from Income Tax" (H.P. 886) (L.D. 1363) (Sponsored by Representative HYMES of Waldo) (Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook and Representatives: BOYER of Poland, CHAPMAN of Auburn, PLUECKER of Warren, SMITH of Palermo, TERRY of Gorham)
Bill "An Act to Provide a Property Tax Exemption for Allowing Shellfish Harvester Access to the Intertidal Zone" (H.P. 891) (L.D. 1368) (Sponsored by Representative RIELLY of Westbrook) (Cosponsored by Representative: ANKELES of Brunswick)
Transportation
Resolve, to Direct the Department of Transportation to Develop Practices Regarding Public Transit (H.P. 882) (L.D. 1359) (Sponsored by Representative CRAFTS of Newcastle) (Cosponsored by Senator FARRIN of Somerset and Representatives: ANKELES of Brunswick, MONTELL of Gardiner, RAY of Lincolnville, Senator: NANGLE of Cumberland)
Bill "An Act to Preserve Traditional Driver's Licenses and Nondriver Identification Cards" (H.P. 883) (L.D. 1360) (Sponsored by Representative BOYER of Poland) (Cosponsored by Senator TIPPING of Penobscot and Representatives: CHAPMAN of Auburn, LEE of Auburn, MASON of Lisbon, MILLIKEN of Blue Hill, PARRY of Arundel, ROEDER of Bangor, SUPICA of Bangor, WHITE of Guilford)
Veterans and Legal Affairs
Bill "An Act Regarding Liquor Licensing in Outdoor Stadiums and Exclusivity in Licensee Agreements" (H.P. 877) (L.D. 1354) (Sponsored by Representative SUPICA of Bangor)
Bill "An Act to Change the State's Method of Allocating Electoral Votes from a Congressional District Method to a Winner-take-all Method Contingent on the State of Nebraska Changing its Method of Allocating Electoral Votes" (H.P. 879) (L.D. 1356) (Sponsored by Representative LEE of Auburn) (Cosponsored by Senator ROTUNDO of Androscoggin and Representatives: ABDI of Lewiston, CLOUTIER of Lewiston, DILL of Old Town, LAJOIE of Lewiston, O'HALLORAN of Brewer, RANA of Bangor, ROEDER of Bangor, Senator: BEEBE-CENTER of Knox)
Bill "An Act to Allow Consumption of Adult Use Cannabis in Locally Approved Hospitality Lounges"(H.P. 888) (L.D. 1365) (Sponsored by Representative BOYER of Poland) (Cosponsored by Senator BICKFORD of Androscoggin and Representatives: BABIN of Fort Fairfield, EDER of Waterboro, HYMES of Waldo, MINGO of Calais, MORRIS of Turner, SCHMERSAL-BURGESS of Mexico, WOOD of Greene, WOODSOME of Waterboro)
Bill "An Act to Repeal the National Popular Vote Compact" (H.P. 896) (L.D. 1373) (Sponsored by Representative FREDETTE of Newport) (Cosponsored by Representatives: BLIER of Buxton, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, MINGO of Calais, MORRIS of Turner, PERKINS of Dover-Foxcroft, POIRIER of Skowhegan, WADSWORTH of Hiram, Senator: TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin)
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
S/Darek M. Grant Secretary of the Senate
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.P. 899)
and accompanying initiated bill, item (2-3)
STATE OF MAINE DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0148
March 24, 2025
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Enclosed please find my official certification to the 132nd Legislature of the citizen initiative petition entitled "An Act to Protect Maine Communities by Enacting the Extreme Risk Protection Order Act".
Sincerely,
S/Shenna Bellows Secretary of State
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State of Maine Secretary of State
I, Shenna Bellows, Secretary of State, hereby certify that written petitions bearing valid signatures of 74,888 electors of this State were addressed to the Legislature of the State of Maine and were filed in the office of the Secretary of State on January 23, 2025, requesting that the Legislature consider an act entitled, "An Act to Protect Maine Communities by Enacting the Extreme Risk Protection Order Act".
I further certify that the number of signatures submitted is in excess of ten percent of the total votes cast in the last gubernatorial election preceding the filing of such petitions, as required by Article IV, Part Third, Section 18 of the Constitution of Maine, that number being 67,682.
I further certify this initiative petition to be valid and attach herewith the text of the legislation circulated on the petition’s behalf.
In testimony whereof, I have caused the Great Seal of the State of Maine to be hereunto affixed. Given under my hand at Augusta on the twenty-fourth day of March in the year Two Thousand and Twenty-five.
S/Shenna Bellows Secretary of State
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(2-3) The accompanying Bill "An Act to Protect Maine Communities by Enacting the Extreme Risk Protection Order Act" (I.B. 2) (L.D. 1378)
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(2-4) The Following Communication: (H.C. 107)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
March 26, 2025
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under 22 MRSA, Subtitle 3, Part 3, Ch. 1058 (2) (B), I have appointed the Assistant Majority Leader Lori Gramlich of Old Orchard Beach to the Board of the Maine Children’s Trust Incorporated, effective immediately.
Representative Gramlich will serve on this board as the member of the House of Representative.
Please contact my office if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan D. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-5) The Following Communication: (H.C. 108)
SENATE OF MAINE 132ND LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
March 27, 2025
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Title 38, MRSA, Ch. 3-A, §577-A, I am pleased to appoint the following to the Maine Climate Council, effective immediately:
Senator Stacy Brenner of Cumberland County, representing the party holding the most seats in the Senate;
Senator Bruce Bickford of Androscoggin County, representing the party holding the second most seats in the Senate.
If you have any questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry President of the Senate
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(2-6) The Following Communication: (H.C. 109)
SENATE OF MAINE 132ND LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
March 27, 2025
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Title 38, MRSA, Ch. 3-A, §577-A, I am pleased to appoint the following to the Buildings, Infrastructure, and Housing Working Group of the Maine Climate Council, effective immediately:
Senator Chip Curry of Waldo County, representing the party holding the most seats in the Senate;
Senator Richard Bradstreet of Kennebec County, representing the party holding the second most seats in the Senate.
If you have any questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry President of the Senate
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(2-7) The Following Communication: (H.C. 110)
SENATE OF MAINE 132ND LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
March 27, 2025
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Title 38, MRSA, Ch. 3-A, §577-A, I am pleased to appoint the following to the Coastal and Marine Working Group of the Maine Climate Council, effective immediately:
Senator Cameron Reny of Lincoln County, representing the party holding the most seats in the Senate;
Senator Marianne Moore of Washington County, representing the party holding the second most seats in the Senate.
If you have any questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry President of the Senate
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(2-8) The Following Communication: (H.C. 111)
SENATE OF MAINE 132ND LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
March 27, 2025
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Title 38, MRSA, Ch. 3-A, §577-A, I am pleased to appoint the following to the Community Resilience, Planning, Public Health, and Emergency Management Working Group of the Maine Climate Council, effective immediately:
Senator Craig Hickman of Kennebec County, representing the party holding the most seats in the Senate;
Senator Marianne Moore of Washington County, representing the party holding the second most seats in the Senate.
If you have any questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry President of the Senate
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(2-9) The Following Communication: (H.C. 112)
SENATE OF MAINE 132ND LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
March 27, 2025
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Title 38, MRSA, Ch. 3-A, §577-A, I am pleased to appoint the following to the Energy Working Group of the Maine Climate Council, effective immediately:
Senator Mark Lawrence D-York County, representing the party holding the most seats in the Senate;
Senator Rick Bennett of Oxford County, representing the party holding the second most seats in the Senate.
If you have any questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry President of the Senate
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(2-10) The Following Communication: (H.C. 113)
SENATE OF MAINE 132ND LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
March 27, 2025
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Title 38, MRSA, Ch. 3-A, §577-A, I am pleased to appoint the following to the Natural and Working Lands Working Group of the Maine Climate Council, effective immediately:
Senator Rachel Talbot Ross of Cumberland County, representing the party holding the most seats in the Senate;
Senator Russell Black of Franklin County, representing the party holding the second most seats in the Senate.
If you have any questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry President of the Senate
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(2-11) The Following Communication: (H.C. 114)
SENATE OF MAINE 132ND LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
March 27, 2025
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Title 38, MRSA, Ch. 3-A, §577-A, I am pleased to appoint the following to the Scientific and Technical Subcommittee of the Maine Climate Council, effective immediately:
Senator Nicole Grohoski of Hancock County, representing the party holding the most seats in the Senate;
Senator Matt Harrington of York County, representing the party holding the second most seats in the Senate.
If you have any questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry President of the Senate
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(2-12) The Following Communication: (H.C. 115)
SENATE OF MAINE 132ND LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
March 27, 2025
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Title 38, MRSA, Ch. 3-A, §577-A, I am pleased to appoint the following to the Transportation Working Group of the Maine Climate Council, effective immediately:
Senator Tim Nangle of Cumberland County, representing the party holding the most seats in the Senate;
Senator Brad Farrin of Somerset County, representing the party holding the second most seats in the Senate.
If you have any questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry President of the Senate
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(2-13) The Following Communication: (H.C. 116)
CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 1, 2025
Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau Speaker of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Speaker Fecteau:
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the following Joint Standing Committees have voted unanimously to report the following bills out "Ought Not to Pass:"
Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry L.D. 183 An Act to Cap Publicly Owned Land Area at No More than 50 Percent of Any County Education and Cultural Affairs L.D. 181 An Act to Modify the Calculation of Pupil Counts Used for Determination of School Administrative Unit Operating Costs L.D. 927 An Act to Require Chaplains in School Administrative Units Environment and Natural Resources L.D. 479 An Act to Facilitate Expansion of the State's Recycling Efforts Under the Beverage Container Redemption Program Judiciary L.D. 986 An Act to Eliminate the Crime of Felony Murder Taxation L.D. 223 An Act to Amend the Mining Excise Tax Laws L.D. 399 An Act to Amend the Laws Regarding the Retention of Proceeds from Municipal Foreclosures L.D. 565 An Act to Amend the Definition of "Homestead" Under the Homestead Property Tax Exemption Laws L.D. 892 An Act to Expand Property Tax Relief for Veterans and Their Surviving Spouses, Minor Children and Parents L.D. 909 An Act to Expand Property Tax Relief for Veterans and Their Survivors Transportation L.D. 2 An Act to Allow Military Vehicles Purchased for Civilian Use to Be Registered and Operated on Maine Roads L.D. 478 An Act to Reduce Maximum Speeds on Roads Close to Residences
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-14) The Following Communication: (H.C. 117)
STATE OF MAINE CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 1, 2025
Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau Speaker of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Speaker Fecteau:
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Joint Standing Committee on State and Local Government has approved the requests for "Leave to Withdraw" by the following sponsors:
Senator Martin of Oxford L.D. 991 An Act to Prevent Conflicts of Interest When Voting on Municipal Employee Compensation
Representative Ardell of Monticello L.D. 804 An Act to Encourage Election Involvement by Making Election Day a State Holiday in Even-numbered Years
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-15) The Following Communication: (H.C. 118)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 1, 2025
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Please be advised that pursuant to her authority, Governor Janet T. Mills has nominated the following:
on March 28, 2025
Kelly O’Connor of Camden for appointment to the Maine Commission on Public Defense Services. Pursuant to Title 4, MRSA §1803, this appointment is contingent on confirmation by the Maine State Senate after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Judiciary.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan D. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-16) The Following Communication: (S.C. 184)
MAINE SENATE 132ND LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
March 27, 2025
Honorable Ryan Fecteau Speaker of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0002
Dear Speaker Fecteau:
In accordance with 3 M.R.S.A. §158 and Joint Rule 506 of the 132nd Maine Legislature, please be advised that the Senate today confirmed the following nominations:
Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Housing and Economic Development:
· Michael A. Duguay of Waterville for appointment, as the Commissioner of the Department of Economic and Community Development.
Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Judiciary:
· Amy Dieterich, Esq. of Auburn for appointment, as a District Court Judge, · The Honorable Matthew G. Tice of Scarborough for reappointment, as a District Court Judge.
Best Regards,
S/Darek M. Grant Secretary of the Senate
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PETITIONS, BILLS AND RESOLVES REQUIRING REFERENCE (3-1) Bill "An Act Regarding Human Trafficking Prevention Instruction and Dissemination of and Access to Obscene Material in Schools" (H.P. 917) (L.D. 1395)
Sponsored by Representative PAUL of Winterport. Cosponsored by Senator HARRINGTON of York and Representatives: ARDELL of Monticello, BISHOP of Bucksport, HAGGAN of Hampden, JAVNER of Chester, SIMMONS of Waldoboro, SMITH of Palermo, WHITE of Ellsworth. (3-2) Bill "An Act Regarding Behavioral Health Support for Students in Public Schools" (H.P. 920) (L.D. 1398)
Sponsored by Representative CRAFTS of Newcastle. Cosponsored by Representatives: DODGE of Belfast, MURPHY of Scarborough, SARGENT of York. (3-3) Resolve, to Create a Working Group on the Status of School Libraries and on Public Libraries in Maine (H.P. 926) (L.D. 1404)
Sponsored by Representative MURPHY of Scarborough. Cosponsored by Senator RAFFERTY of York and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, CARLOW of Buxton, CRAFTS of Newcastle, DODGE of Belfast, KUHN of Falmouth, MITCHELL of Cumberland, SALISBURY of Westbrook, Senator: LIBBY of Cumberland. Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-4) Bill "An Act to Amend Laws Governing the Public Utilities Commission Concerning Participant Funding" (H.P. 927) (L.D. 1405)
Sponsored by Representative FOSTER of Dexter. Cosponsored by Representatives: GEIGER of Rockland, MCINTYRE of Lowell, Senator: HARRINGTON of York. (3-5) Bill "An Act to Increase Contingency Reserves for Maine's Consumer-owned Electric Transmission and Distribution Utilities" (H.P. 934) (L.D. 1412)
Sponsored by Representative DUCHARME of Madison. Cosponsored by Senator BERNARD of Aroostook and Representatives: ALBERT of Madawaska, FOSTER of Dexter, SAYRE of Kennebunk, SWALLOW of Houlton, Senators: RAFFERTY of York, STEWART of Aroostook. Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-6) Bill "An Act Regarding Dam Repair" (H.P. 904) (L.D. 1382)
Sponsored by Representative MILLIKEN of Blue Hill. Cosponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock and Representative: BISHOP of Bucksport, Senator: HAGGAN of Penobscot. Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-7) Resolve, Establishing the Study Group on Solutions to Address Maine's Behavioral Health Workforce Shortage (H.P. 902) (L.D. 1380)
Sponsored by Representative STOVER of Boothbay. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington and Representatives: COLLAMORE of Pittsfield, CRAFTS of Newcastle, FAIRCLOTH of Bangor, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, MCCABE of Lewiston, ROEDER of Bangor, STROUT of Harrington. (3-8) Bill "An Act to Create the Building Opportunity Through Out-of-school Time Program" (H.P. 911) (L.D. 1389)
Sponsored by Representative CLOUTIER of Lewiston. Cosponsored by President DAUGHTRY of Cumberland and Representatives: MOONEN of Portland, MURPHY of Scarborough, SHAGOURY of Hallowell, STOVER of Boothbay, ZAGER of Portland, Senators: LIBBY of Cumberland, MOORE of Washington, ROTUNDO of Androscoggin. (3-9) Bill "An Act to Fund Community-based Organizations to Prevent and Reduce the Risk of Children's Involvement in the Child Welfare System" (H.P. 919) (L.D. 1397)
Sponsored by Representative CRAFTS of Newcastle. (3-10) Bill "An Act to Amend Certain Definitions in the Child and Family Services and Child Protection Act" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 928) (L.D. 1406)
Sponsored by Representative MEYER of Eliot. Cosponsored by Representative: BRENNAN of Portland. (3-11) Bill "An Act Regarding the Rights of Foster Parents" (H.P. 931) (L.D. 1409)
Sponsored by Representative GRIFFIN of Levant. Cosponsored by Representatives: BAGSHAW of Windham, CIMINO of Bridgton, COLLINS of Sidney, JAVNER of Chester. (3-12) Resolve, to Expand Child Assertive Community Treatment (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 935) (L.D. 1426)
Sponsored by Representative GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington and Representatives: BRENNAN of Portland, CLOUTIER of Lewiston, GATTINE of Westbrook, GRAHAM of North Yarmouth, MOONEN of Portland, STOVER of Boothbay, Senators: RENY of Lincoln, ROTUNDO of Androscoggin. Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-13) Resolve, to Increase the Emergency Medical Workforce by Allowing Military Medical Personnel to Become Eligible for Licensure as Emergency Medical Services Persons (H.P. 909) (L.D. 1387)
Sponsored by Representative O'HALLORAN of Brewer. Cosponsored by Representatives: FAIRCLOTH of Bangor, FREDETTE of Newport, LEE of Auburn, MILLIKEN of Blue Hill, SUPICA of Bangor, WEBB of Durham. (3-14) Bill "An Act to Repeal the Provisions of Law Requiring Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance Policies to Cover the Cost of Towing and Storing Certain Vehicles" (H.P. 923) (L.D. 1401)
Sponsored by Representative MORRIS of Turner. Cosponsored by Representatives: FOLEY of Wells, SWALLOW of Houlton, WADSWORTH of Hiram, Senators: STEWART of Aroostook, TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin. (3-15) Bill "An Act to Convene a Stakeholder Group to Determine Methods of Ensuring the Long-term Solvency of the Maine Guaranteed Access Reinsurance Association" (H.P. 924) (L.D. 1402)
Sponsored by Representative MORRIS of Turner. Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-16) Bill "An Act to Consider Municipalities Meeting Regional Housing Goals in Awarding Transportation Grants" (H.P. 907) (L.D. 1385)
Sponsored by Representative GERE of Kennebunkport. Cosponsored by Senator BENNETT of Oxford and Representatives: ANKELES of Brunswick, CRAFTS of Newcastle, DOUDERA of Camden, Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, GOLEK of Harpswell, MINGO of Calais, YUSUF of Portland, Senator: CURRY of Waldo. (3-17) Bill "An Act to Update the Maine Self-service Storage Act" (H.P. 913) (L.D. 1391)
Sponsored by Representative DUCHARME of Madison. Cosponsored by Senator BALDACCI of Penobscot and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, COLLAMORE of Pittsfield, FOSTER of Dexter, MALON of Biddeford, MINGO of Calais, PARRY of Arundel, ROBERTS of South Berwick. (3-18) Bill "An Act to Limit the Applicability of the Laws Regulating Payroll Processors to Services Provided by Payroll Processors to Employers with a Legal Address in the State" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 914) (L.D. 1392)
Sponsored by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick. (3-19) Bill "An Act to Require Continuing Education for Licensed Architects" (H.P. 915) (L.D. 1393)
Sponsored by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick. Cosponsored by Representatives: ARCHER of Saco, GEIGER of Rockland, ROEDER of Bangor. (3-20) Bill "An Act to Support Maine's Electric Vehicle Adoption Goals by Providing an Exclusion for Electric Vehicles from Certain Requirements of the Right to Repair Law" (H.P. 916) (L.D. 1394)
Sponsored by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick. Cosponsored by Representative: COLLAMORE of Pittsfield. (3-21) Bill "An Act to Amend Maine's Municipal Subdivision Standards to Increase the Number of Dwelling Units on or Divisions of a Tract of Land Before the Tract is Considered a Subdivision" (H.P. 918) (L.D. 1396)
Sponsored by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick. Cosponsored by Representatives: DUCHARME of Madison, HASENFUS of Readfield, JULIA of Waterville, MALON of Biddeford, MORRIS of Turner, SACHS of Freeport. Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-22) Bill "An Act to Expand the Hunter Safety Course Exemption for Certain Individuals with Firearm Training" (H.P. 925) (L.D. 1403)
Sponsored by Representative CRAY of Palmyra. (BY REQUEST) Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-23) Bill "An Act to Require Public Health Warnings to Be Posted and Provided by Firearm Dealers and Gunsmiths" (H.P. 901) (L.D. 1379)
Sponsored by Representative STOVER of Boothbay. Cosponsored by Representatives: ARFORD of Brunswick, BRENNAN of Portland, GRAHAM of North Yarmouth, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, KUHN of Falmouth, MEYER of Eliot, MOONEN of Portland, ZAGER of Portland. (3-24) Bill "An Act to Allow Action Against a Person Violating the Confidentiality of an Executive Session of a Public Body or Agency" (H.P. 921) (L.D. 1399)
Sponsored by Representative CARLOW of Buxton. Cosponsored by Representatives: DODGE of Belfast, HAGGAN of Hampden, MURPHY of Scarborough. (3-25) Bill "An Act to Codify Judicial Deference to Agency Interpretations" (H.P. 930) (L.D. 1408)
Sponsored by Representative SINCLAIR of Bath. Cosponsored by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland. (3-26) Bill "An Act to Provide Due Process in Confiscation and Destruction of Personal Items of Unhoused Persons" (H.P. 932) (L.D. 1410)
Sponsored by Representative RANA of Bangor. Cosponsored by Senator BEEBE-CENTER of Knox and Representatives: GOLEK of Harpswell, SATO of Gorham, SINCLAIR of Bath, Senator: TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland. (3-27) Bill "An Act Extending the Statute of Limitations on Criminal Actions Involving Aggravated Sex Trafficking" (H.P. 936) (L.D. 1427)
Sponsored by Representative HENDERSON of Rumford. Cosponsored by Representatives: KUHN of Falmouth, LEE of Auburn, O'HALLORAN of Brewer, SATO of Gorham. Committee on JUDICIARYsuggested and ordered printed.
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(3-28) Bill "An Act to Exempt Certain Public School Districts and Their Employees from the Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Program" (H.P. 922) (L.D. 1400)
Sponsored by Representative CARLOW of Buxton. Cosponsored by Representatives: HAGGAN of Hampden, MORRIS of Turner. (3-29) Bill "An Act to Direct the Board of Occupational Safety and Health to Develop Indoor Air Quality Standards for Buildings in the State in Which Public Sector Workers Work" (H.P. 929) (L.D. 1407)
Sponsored by Representative MONTELL of Gardiner. Cosponsored by Senator BENNETT of Oxford and Representatives: FAIRCLOTH of Bangor, Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, MACIAS of Topsham, ROEDER of Bangor, SHAGOURY of Hallowell, SKOLD of Portland, Senator: TIPPING of Penobscot. Committee on LABORsuggested and ordered printed.
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(3-30) Bill "An Act to Require State Divestment from Perpetrators of International Human Rights Violations" (H.P. 905) (L.D. 1383)
Sponsored by Representative MACIAS of Topsham. Cosponsored by Representatives: ABDI of Lewiston, DEBRITO of Waterville, DHALAC of South Portland, PUGH of Portland, RANA of Bangor, SATO of Gorham, YUSUF of Portland. (3-31) Bill "An Act to Replace the Participation Threshold in Votes to Adopt or Alter a Municipal Charter with a Lower Approval Threshold" (H.P. 910) (L.D. 1388)
Sponsored by Representative BRIDGEO of Augusta. Cosponsored by Representative: ROLLINS of Augusta. Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-32) Bill "An Act to Provide Emergency One-time Relief from the Wild Blueberry Tax for Sellers in Maine and Partial Relief for Processors and Shippers"(EMERGENCY) (H.P. 908) (L.D. 1386)
Sponsored by Representative STROUT of Harrington. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, LIBBY of Auburn, MINGO of Calais, TUELL of East Machias, Senator: MARTIN of Oxford. Committee on TAXATIONsuggested and ordered printed.
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(3-33) Resolve, Directing the Department of Public Safety and the Department of Transportation to Examine Motor Vehicle Accidents Involving Pedestrians (H.P. 906) (L.D. 1384)
Sponsored by Representative MACIAS of Topsham. (3-34) Resolve, Directing the Secretary of State to Develop a Plan for a Multiyear Registration System for National Car Rental Companies (H.P. 912) (L.D. 1390)
Sponsored by Representative PARRY of Arundel. Cosponsored by Senator NANGLE of Cumberland and Representatives: CRAFTS of Newcastle, MASON of Lisbon, WHITE of Guilford. (3-35) Bill "An Act to Modify the Laws Regarding Driver's License Applications" (H.P. 933) (L.D. 1411)
Sponsored by Representative ANKELES of Brunswick. Cosponsored by Representatives: LEE of Auburn, O'HALLORAN of Brewer, RANA of Bangor, SATO of Gorham, SINCLAIR of Bath. Committee on TRANSPORTATIONsuggested and ordered printed.
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(3-36) Bill "An Act to Authorize the Secretary of State to Designate Law Enforcement Officers Employed by the Department of the Secretary of State to Investigate Alleged Violations of Election Laws" (H.P. 903) (L.D. 1381)
Sponsored by Representative SUPICA of Bangor.
Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(4-1) On motion of Representative MEYER of Eliot, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 898) (Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING APRIL 2025 AS CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH
WHEREAS,child abuse is a community problem, and finding solutions depends on recognizing that the effects of child abuse and neglect are felt by whole communities and that those effects need to be addressed by the entire community; and
WHEREAS, effective child abuse and neglect prevention programs succeed because partnerships are created among government agencies, policymakers, nonprofit organizations, health care providers, schools, faith communities, businesses and law enforcement agencies; and
WHEREAS, when families lack access to adequate financial resources, stable living conditions, nutritious food, affordable health care, quality child care and education, a child’s development is at risk; and
WHEREAS, all Maine citizens should become more aware of child abuse and neglect and its prevention and become involved in the raising of children in a safe, secure, nurturing environment; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-second Legislature now assembled in the First Special Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to recognize April 2025 as Child Abuse Prevention Month, to recognize that we all have a role to play in strengthening families so as to ensure healthy child development and have a duty to help others recognize that role and to celebrate the positive community connections available to our families and caregivers to promote the health and well‑being of Maine children and help prevent child abuse and neglect.
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(4-2) On motion of Representative KUHN of Falmouth, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 900) (Cosponsored by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland and Representatives: BRENNAN of Portland, DOUDERA of Camden, MCCABE of Lewiston, MITCHELL of Cumberland, MURPHY of Scarborough, SALISBURY of Westbrook, SAYRE of Kennebunk, ZAGER of Portland)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING APRIL 6, 2025 TO APRIL 12, 2025 AS NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK
WHEREAS,across the State, Maine’s school, academic, special and public libraries are cornerstones in their communities, connecting the public to information and resources critical to advancing education, employment, entrepreneurship and civic engagement; and
WHEREAS, the library ecosystem in Maine includes over 600 school libraries in 174 districts and 150 certified school librarians serving the State’s students; 33 academic libraries, including those of the University of Maine System, community colleges and private 4-year institutions; special libraries, including government, nonprofit, correctional institution and health science libraries; and 257 public libraries; and
WHEREAS, each year Maine libraries welcome over 3,000,000 visitors who use library services to attend enrichment programs, receive a state park pass and snowshoes, book space for community meetings, receive one-on-one tutoring and practice for general education development tests, manage a small business or find a job, use a computer and build digital skills, learn English, apply for Federal Emergency Management Agency benefits, make a telehealth appointment and check out books; and
WHEREAS, research shows that school libraries and library staff positively affect student achievement, transform learning and support the development of all literacy skills while providing safe spaces for children to learn and grow; and
WHEREAS, academic libraries are essential to higher education, supporting student success, faculty research and lifelong learning by providing access to scholarly resources, research assistance and information literacy instruction; and
WHEREAS, Maine’s libraries provide a safe place during severe weather events when they serve as heating and cooling centers and offer a place of security for families in need, including through the provision of free summer meals through the United States Department of Agriculture Summer Food Service Program or the management of a community pantry; and
WHEREAS, Maine’s libraries ensure Maine’s children are ready to learn when they enter school and welcome new Mainers and asylum seekers, connecting them to services to help them relocate successfully to their adopted state; and
WHEREAS, Maine’s libraries provide invaluable social connections for older adults, contributing to their healthy aging and their ability to age in place; and
WHEREAS, Maine’s public libraries provide free wireless Internet connection, laptops and tablets, computer classes and access to robust digital resources, often surpassing what is available in many residents’ homes; and
WHEREAS, using their library cards, Mainers have access to e-books and audiobooks, streaming videos, local and national newspapers and digital resources for learning that teach subjects such as how to fix a car, update professional certifications and research homework assignments; and
WHEREAS, eligible Maine residents have access to Braille and audio materials and specially formatted digital books, and Mainers who are not served by a local library have access to books by mail via the United States Postal Service; and
WHEREAS, National Library Week is a time to recognize the importance of these institutions and acknowledge their contributions to our State, from the smallest island communities to our urban centers; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-second Legislature now assembled in the First Special Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to recognize April 6, 2025 to April 12, 2025 as National Library Week and to express our appreciation and gratitude to libraries and their support staff.
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SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR
In accordance with House Rule 519 and Joint Rule 213, the following items: Recognizing: (5-1) Judy Meyer, of Auburn, the executive editor of the Lewiston Sun Journal, for her 35-year career in journalism. We extend our appreciation and best wishes;
(SLS 273)
(5-2) Matthew Chamberland, of Buxton, who won the Silver Medal in the Electrical Construction Wiring Competition at the 2025 Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 296)
(5-3) Andre Sauvageau, of Buxton, who won the Silver Medal in the Computer Programming Competition at the 2025 Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 297)
(5-4) Alfred Tennison, of Portland, who is celebrating his 100th birthday on April 3, 2025. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 307)
(5-5) Carolyn Naiman, of Augusta, on her retirement from the Secretary of the Senate's office at the Maine State Legislature after 31 years of public service. Ms. Naiman was hired in 1994 as a Committee Clerk before she transferred to the Secretary of the Senate's office to work as a Senate Stenographer. She was promoted to Executive Secretary in 1996 and became a Legislative Information Assistant in the Legislative Information Office in 2000. In 2016, she moved back to the Secretary of the Senate's office, where she most recently served as the Senior Stamping Clerk. We extend to Ms. Naiman our appreciation for her long service and offer her our best wishes;
(SLS 309)
(5-6) the Rotary Club of Kennebunk, which is celebrating its 100th Anniversary on March 26, 2025. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 157) Presented by Representative SAYRE of Kennebunk. Cosponsored by Senator RAFFERTY of York, Representative GERE of Kennebunkport.
(5-7) Brian Cummings, of Freeport, a sergeant with the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office, on his retirement after 25 years of service. Beginning his career with the office as a Corrections Officer, Sergeant Cummings later served as a Field Training Officer, Instructor and Transport Officer before serving as a Sergeant. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 159) Presented by Representative SACHS of Freeport. Cosponsored by President DAUGHTRY of Cumberland.
(5-8) Rachel Eastman Feeley, of Auburn, who is celebrating her 100th birthday on March 3, 2025. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 160) Presented by Representative LIBBY of Auburn. Cosponsored by Senator BICKFORD of Androscoggin, Representative CHAPMAN of Auburn, Representative LEE of Auburn.
(5-9) the Central Maine Community College Men's Soccer Team, of Auburn, which won the Yankee Small College Conference Regular Season and Tournament and the United States Collegiate Athletic Association DII National Tournament. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 161) Presented by Representative LIBBY of Auburn. Cosponsored by Senator BICKFORD of Androscoggin, Representative CHAPMAN of Auburn, Representative LEE of Auburn.
(5-10) Carl Lusby, of Ellsworth, who has been named the 2025 Citizen of the Year by the Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 162) Presented by Representative WHITE of Ellsworth. Cosponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock.
In Memory of: (5-11) Judith I. Stebbins, of Winthrop. Mrs. Stebbins had an extensive background in community service, beginning with a suicide hotline she helped establish as a college student. She served on the Winthrop School Board, Winthrop Town Council, Special Olympics, Uplift, Americorps, Girl Scouts, the Governor's Service Award program committee, Western Kennebec Economic Development Alliance, Tabitha's Closet and the Rotary Club, among other organizations. She participated in the Winthrop Players and acted at the Winthrop Grange Hall. In 2011, she was recognized as the first winner of the annual Champion of Service award by the Maine Commission for Community Service. In 2014, she chaired the fundraising campaign for the Charles M. Bailey Public Library expansion. She was a longtime supporter of the American Field Service and enjoyed hosting and spending time with AFS students in Winthrop. Mrs. Stebbins will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family, friends and community;
(SLS 298)
(5-12) May Ross Coffin, of Augusta. While raising her children, Mrs. Coffin served as an assistant Brownie leader and a Cub Scout den mother and was active in the PTA. She was very involved in church activities and served as a Bible school teacher at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. Later in life she became a communicant of St. Mary's Church, part of St. Michael's Parish in Augusta. Returning to work when her children became school-aged, she worked in the Maine Senate as a Senate stenographer. After several years in various roles in the Senate office, she was elected as the Assistant Secretary of the Senate and subsequently as the Secretary of the Senate, serving several terms in that role. Mrs. Coffin was the first woman in Maine to hold these positions. She was highly respected on both sides of the aisle at the State House and throughout Maine as a knowledgeable parliamentarian and a woman of integrity. She retired after 32 years of service. She was active in the Business and Professional Women's Club and the Zonta Club of Augusta, as well as the Jaycee Wives. She served as President of the local YMCA Board of Directors and was active in the State YMCA Board of Directors, serving as Secretary and Vice President. She was an adviser for Tri-Hi-Y, and she received the Maine State YMCA award for work with the Maine Youth in Government program. She was very active in the Maine Association of Retirees and received the association's award for Volunteer of the Year. She was elected to serve on the Augusta Charter Commission and was appointed to the Community Development Advisory Committee. She was also a member of the Calumet Club and a Life Family Member of the Kennebec Historical Society. Mrs. Coffin will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family, friends and community;
(SLS 299)
(5-13) Jack Burton Everett, of Winthrop. Mr. Everett served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He went on to work in the shipping business, running Everett's Trucking. Mr. Everett will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
(SLS 300)
(5-14) Helen A. Bishop, of Winthrop. Being called to Christian service, Mrs. Bishop began her ministry at the Paris Hill and West Paris Baptist Churches. She moved to Rhode Island and spent several years in Providence and Coventry, where she served alongside her husband Linwood for over 30 years at Knotty Oak Baptist Church. She served her community in Sunday schools, vacation bible schools and kindergartens and, while living in Coventry, worked for many years as a recess aide at Western Coventry Elementary School. A singer, she also participated in choirs and small vocal groups and was a soloist. In later years, she worked at Winthrop Grade School in the cafeteria and library. She was very active in the Winthrop community and also at Hope Baptist Church in Manchester. Mrs. Bishop will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family, friends and community;
(SLS 301)
(5-15) Penny A. Kaplan, of Monmouth. Mrs. Kaplan was a stay-at-home mom who took great pleasure in being a homemaker and taking care of her family. Mrs. Kaplan will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family, friends and community;
(SLS 302)
(5-16) Philip Richard Marson, of Gardiner. Mr. Marson was a veteran of the United States Army. As a young man, he worked alongside his father as a projectionist at the Colonial Theater in Augusta, among other local theaters. He also worked at R. H. Reny's before starting a 25-year career working for the City of Augusta Public Works Department. After retiring from the department, he enjoyed working for his twin brother at Central Maine Pyrotechnics and later at a CN Brown Big Apple Store and O'Reilly Auto Parts. Mr. Marson will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
(SLS 303)
(5-17) Darryl G. Brown, of West Gardiner. Mr. Brown was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He purchased Brown's Exit 27 Salvage in 1986 and dedicated himself to the business until his passing. He also had been employed by Associated Grocers, retiring in 1990. A passionate enthusiast of classic and antique automobiles, he served as president of the Maine Obsolete Auto League for several years. Mr. Brown will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
(SLS 304)
(5-18) Vincent "Vin/Vince" Brown Burns, of Wayne. When he was an Air Force ROTC cadet, Mr. Burns enlisted in active duty and spent several years with the National Security Agency in Washington, D.C. After military service he began a career in banking and finance. He bought a cottage on Pocasset Lake in Wayne in 1967, and by 1978 he lived year-round in the village of Wayne. He worked for Northeast Bank in Portland and Lewiston. In the mid-1980s, he was invited by former colleagues to join a new venture in Boston called Independence Investment Associates, where he worked as part of the sales and marketing team. He and his wife Vinita were active in Marriage Encounter, Caritas, Pax Christi, CCD, The Maine Freeze, Winthrop/Wayne People for Peace, Beyond War and The Florida Coalition for Peace and Justice. Mr. Burns was also owner of the Bangor Blue Ox Baseball Club and a benefactor of Sustain Wayne. Mr. Burns will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
(SLS 305)
(5-19) Sean Francis Siragusa, of Winthrop. Mr. Siragusa spent many years in western Massachusetts working as a sous chef and also as a carpenter in Chicopee, Massachusetts, where he found his vocation as a fine craftsman carpenter. In 1996, he moved to Winthrop and started a business, Siragusa Builders, which flourished for 28 years. He crowned his career working for Maine Cabin Masters. The Tres Dias community at Mechuwana United Methodist Camp in Winthrop anchored his spiritual life, and he was an active member of CODA Chorus of Winthrop for over three decades. Mr. Siragusa will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
(SLS 306)
(5-20) George "Bud" Butler Barnes, Jr., of Winthrop. Mr. Barnes was a veteran of the United States Army. After briefly working in sales for the Gulf Oil Company, Mr. Barnes became an English teacher at Winthrop High School, where he taught from September 1969 to June 1999. He also taught drama and directed many plays and musicals, making a lasting impact on the school's performing arts community. Mr. Barnes will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
(SLS 308)
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Divided Report (6-1) Majority Report of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Protect the Cultural Resources and Historical Heritage of Sears Island in Searsport by Extending Conservation Easement Protections" (H.P. 149) (L.D. 226) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representative: _________________________________ (6-2) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass on Bill "An Act to Designate the Seppala Siberian Sleddog as the Maine State Dog" (H.P. 44) (L.D. 80) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Representative: _________________________________ CONSENT CALENDAR
First Day
In accordance with House Rule 519, the following items appeared on the Consent Calendar for the First Day: (7-1) (S.P. 269) (L.D. 586) Bill "An Act to Provide a Court Authority to Issue Proximity Restrictions in Protection from Abuse Orders" Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass (7-2) (H.P. 4) (L.D. 40) Bill " An Act to Amend the Laws Governing the Commercial Large Game Shooting Area License Transfer Process" Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY reporting Ought to Pass (7-3) (H.P. 385) (L.D. 617) Resolve, to Rename a Bridge in the Town of Waterboro the Waterboro Veterans Memorial Bridge Committee on TRANSPORTATIONreporting Ought to Pass (7-4) (H.P. 448) (L.D. 709) Bill "An Act to Establish the Respite for ME Program" Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass (7-5) (H.P. 493) (L.D. 751) Bill "An Act to Amend the Hunting Laws Related to the Training of Dogs and Open Training Seasons" (EMERGENCY) Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE reporting Ought to Pass (7-6) (H.P. 523) (L.D. 816) Bill "An Act Regarding the Emptying of Elver Fyke Nets" (EMERGENCY) Committee on MARINE RESOURCES reporting Ought to Pass (7-7) (H.P. 548) (L.D. 862) Resolve, to Honor Scarborough Veterans by Renaming the Pine Point Crossing Bridge the Scarborough Veterans Memorial Bridge Committee on TRANSPORTATIONreporting Ought to Pass (7-8) (H.P. 582) (L.D. 917) Bill "An Act Regarding Charges to Uninsured Patients for COVID-19 Vaccines" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass (7-9) (H.P. 626) (L.D. 966) Bill "An Act Allowing Access by State Agencies and Hospitals to Certain Confidential Probate Court Records If the Access Is in the Public Interest" (EMERGENCY) Committee on JUDICIARY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-35)
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Emergency Measure
(10-1) An Act to Extend the Law Governing Electric Power and Service Residential Rates for Military Veterans' Organizations (S.P. 201) (L.D. 466)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. This being an emergency measure, a two-thirds vote of all the members elected to the House necessary.
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Acts (10-2) An Act to Designate the Spring Peeper as the Official State Amphibian (H.P. 36) (L.D. 72) (10-3) An Act to Designate the Wood Turtle as the Official State Reptile (H.P. 37) (L.D. 73) (10-4) An Act to Update the System of Learning Results Review Timeline (H.P. 38) (L.D. 74) (10-5) An Act to Increase the Expenditure Limit for the Informal Bidding Process for the Selection of Professional, Architect and Engineer Services (H.P. 65) (L.D. 100) (10-6) An Act to Amend the Charter of the Lewiston-Auburn Water Pollution Control Authority (H.P. 79) (L.D. 114) (10-7) An Act to Designate November as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month (S.P. 120) (L.D. 254) (10-8) An Act to Allow a Water District Created by Special Act of the Legislature to Borrow Money and Issue a Warrant Prior to a Default (H.P. 310) (L.D. 481) (10-9) An Act to Clarify the Law Governing the Minimum Indirect Financial Interest Disclosure Requirement for Liquor Licenses (S.P. 299) (L.D. 683) (10-10) An Act to Amend the Procedure for Filing a Petition to Terminate Parental Rights and Responsibilities (H.P. 587) (L.D. 922)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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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. Expression of Legislative Sentiment in Memory of Andrea Quaid, of Lewiston (HLS 87)
- CARRIED OVER to the next special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 519 on March 21, 2025. TABLED - February 25, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative LAJOIE of Lewiston. PENDING - ADOPTION.
2. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Maryalice Crofton, of Augusta (SLS 267)
- In Senate, READ and PASSED. - CARRIED OVER to the next special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 519 on March 21, 2025. TABLED - March 18, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative RIELLY of Westbrook. PENDING - PASSAGE.
3. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass - Minority (5) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act to Allow Expenditure of Maine Clean Election Act Funding for the Care of Candidates' Dependents" (H.P. 525) (L.D. 818)
TABLED - March 25, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative SUPICA of Bangor. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 1
(2-1) The Following Communication: (S.P. 574)
MAINE SENATE 132ND LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
March 28, 2025
Hon. Matthea Daughtry President of the Senate 132nd Legislature
Hon. Ryan D. Fecteau Speaker of the House 132nd Legislature
Dear Madam President and Mr. Speaker:
On March 28, 2025, 16 bills were received by the Secretary of the Senate.
Pursuant to the provisions of Joint Rule 308.2, these bills were referred to the Joint Standing Committees on March 28, 2025, as follows:
Energy, Utilities and Technology
Bill "An Act Regarding the Supply of Water to the Town of New Sharon" (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 563) (L.D. 1346) (Sponsored by Senator BLACK of Franklin) (Cosponsored by Representative HALL of Wilton and Senator: MARTIN of Oxford, Representatives: NUTTING of Oakland, FROST of Belgrade)
Environment and Natural Resources
Bill "An Act to Require Legislative Approval for a Contract to Operate the Juniper Ridge Landfill"(S.P. 566) (L.D. 1349) (Sponsored by Senator TIPPING of Penobscot) (Cosponsored by Representative ROEDER of Bangor and Senators: BENNETT of Oxford, NANGLE of Cumberland, Representatives: BOYER of Poland, DILL of Old Town)
Health and Human Services
Resolve, Directing the Department of Health and Human Services to Timely Provide Interim Settlement Payments to Long-term Care Facilities (S.P. 561) (L.D. 1345) (Sponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook) (Cosponsored by Senators: MOORE of Washington, GROHOSKI of Hancock, Representative: JAVNER of Chester)
Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services
Bill "An Act to Regulate Virtual Currency Kiosks" (S.P. 553) (L.D. 1339) (Sponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo) (Submitted by the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation pursuant to Joint Rule 204.)
Bill "An Act to Establish Additional Requirements for Dentists to Administer Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Fillers" (S.P. 568) (L.D. 1374) (Sponsored by Senator BALDACCI of Penobscot)
Housing and Economic Development
Resolve, to Establish a Working Group to Address Regulatory Barriers to Housing Construction (S.P. 569) (L.D. 1375) (Sponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo) (Cosponsored by Senators: BENNETT of Oxford, HICKMAN of Kennebec, PIERCE of Cumberland, BAILEY of York, Representative: GERE of Kennebunkport)
Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
Bill "An Act to Protect the Right to Harvest Wildlife" (S.P. 559) (L.D. 1343) (Sponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec) (Cosponsored by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor and Senators: HARRINGTON of York, STEWART of Aroostook, BALDACCI of Penobscot, Representatives: WOOD of Greene, ROBERTS of South Berwick, HASENFUS of Readfield, FREDERICKS of Sanford, DILL of Old Town)
Judiciary
Bill "An Act to Improve the Response Time to Tenant Mold Complaints" (S.P. 560) (L.D. 1344) (Sponsored by Senator LIBBY of Cumberland) (Cosponsored by Representative WOODSOME of Waterboro)
Bill "An Act to Increase the Cap on Liability for Governmental Entities Under the Maine Tort Claims Act" (S.P. 564) (L.D. 1347) (Sponsored by Senator LAWRENCE of York) (Cosponsored by Senator: CARNEY of Cumberland, Representatives: GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, LEE of Auburn, KUHN of Falmouth)
Bill "An Act to Increase the Limit on Damages Under the Maine Tort Claims Act for Negligence Involving School Field Trips" (S.P. 565) (L.D. 1348) (Sponsored by Senator LAWRENCE of York) (Cosponsored by Representatives: GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, LEE of Auburn)
Marine Resources
Resolve, Directing the Department of Marine Resources to Evaluate How to Effectively Allow 2 Licensed Individuals to Fish for Lobsters or Scallops from a Single Vessel (S.P. 556) (L.D. 1341) (Sponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock) (Cosponsored by Representative EATON of Deer Isle and Senators: TEPLER of Sagadahoc, MOORE of Washington, CURRY of Waldo, RENY of Lincoln, Representatives: TUELL of East Machias, HEPLER of Woolwich, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, GOLEK of Harpswell)
Transportation
Bill "An Act to Establish the Municipal Stream Crossing Fund" (S.P. 555) (L.D. 1340) (Sponsored by President DAUGHTRY of Cumberland) (Cosponsored by Representative CRAFTS of Newcastle and Senators: TEPLER of Sagadahoc, FARRIN of Somerset, NANGLE of Cumberland)
Bill "An Act Regarding Vehicle Inspection and Registration" (S.P. 557) (L.D. 1342) (Sponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock)
Resolve, to Convene a Working Group to Evaluate Potential Regulation of the Vehicle Towing Industry and the Impact on State Agencies and Industries (S.P. 572) (L.D. 1377) (Sponsored by Senator NANGLE of Cumberland)
Veterans and Legal Affairs
Bill "An Act to Ban Corporate Contributions to Candidates" (S.P. 567) (L.D. 1350) (Sponsored by Senator TIPPING of Penobscot) (Cosponsored by Representative MACIAS of Topsham and Senators: TEPLER of Sagadahoc, DUSON of Cumberland, RENY of Lincoln, NANGLE of Cumberland, Representatives: GEIGER of Rockland, ROEDER of Bangor, SKOLD of Portland, BECK of South Portland)
Bill "An Act to Increase the Acceptable Level of Alcohol in a Low-alcohol Spirits Product and to Increase Availability of Those Products" (S.P. 570) (L.D. 1376) (Sponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec)
Sincerely,
S/Darek M. Grant Secretary of the Senate
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
Comes from the Senate, READ and ORDERED PLACED ON FILE.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 2
(1-1) Bill "An Act to Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue for Investment in Workforce Housing and Raise Certain Income Eligibility Limits in the Affordable Homeownership Program" (S.P. 580) (L.D. 1424)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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(1-2) Resolve, to Establish the Commission to Ensure a Just and Equitable Energy Transition for Maine's Workforce (S.P. 576) (L.D. 1420)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGYand ordered printed.
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(1-3) Bill "An Act to Improve Recycling by Updating the Stewardship Program for Packaging" (S.P. 579) (L.D. 1423)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES and ordered printed.
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(1-4) Bill "An Act to Support and Sustain Maine's Child Care Workforce" (S.P. 554) (L.D. 1414) (1-5) Bill "An Act to Clarify Parental Notifications Regarding Child Care Facility Investigations" (S.P. 577) (L.D. 1421) (1-6) Bill "An Act to Improve Access to Sustainable and Low-barrier Trauma Recovery Services" (S.P. 581) (L.D. 1425)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESand ordered printed.
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(1-7) Bill "An Act to Amend Laws Governing Hearing Aid Dealers and Health Insurance to Allow an Exception to Certain Hearing Examination Requirements" (S.P. 552) (L.D. 1413)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-8) Bill "An Act to Require the Department of Health and Human Services to Immediately Take Custody of Persons Sentenced to Mental Health Facilities That May Not Include County or Regional Jails" (S.P. 562) (L.D. 1416)
Committee on JUDICIARYsuggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESand ordered printed.
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(1-9) Bill "An Act to Protect Access to Reproductive Health Care, Including Fertility Treatments and Contraceptives" (S.P. 573) (L.D. 1418)
Committee on JUDICIARYsuggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESand ordered printed.
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(1-10) Bill "An Act to Strengthen the Authority of Local Officials to Enforce Provisions Regarding Dangerous and Nuisance Properties that Constitute a Threat to Public Health and Safety" (S.P. 571) (L.D. 1417)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTand ordered printed.
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(1-11) Bill "An Act to Provide a Sales Tax Exemption for Housing Constructed Off-site Similar to That for On-site Construction" (S.P. 575) (L.D. 1419)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TAXATION and ordered printed.
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(1-12) Bill "An Act Regarding Open Primary Elections and Ranked-choice Voting" (S.P. 578) (L.D. 1422)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRSand ordered printed.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 3
Emergency Measure
(10-1) An Act Allowing Access by State Agencies and Hospitals to Certain Confidential Probate Court Records (H.P. 626) (L.D. 966)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. This being an emergency measure, a two-thirds vote of all the members elected to the House necessary.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 4
Divided Report (6-1) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass on Bill "An Act to Establish 'Welcome Home' as the Official State Anthem" (S.P. 165) (L.D. 373) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Representatives: Comes from the Senate with the Minority OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report READ and ACCEPTED.
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