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The House CalendarThe Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives Thursday, April 17, 2025
Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Pastor Nic Benner, Granite Hill Church, Hallowell.
National Anthem by Gray-New Gloucester High School Band, Gray.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Medical Provider of the Day, Bryan Olson, DO, Scarborough.
Reading of the Journal of Tuesday, April 15, 2025. _________________________________
(1-1) Bill "An Act to Ensure Uniformity in the Regulation of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances in Pesticides" (H.P. 1015) (L.D. 1557)
REFERRED to the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES in the House on April 10, 2025.
Comes from the Senate REFERRED to the Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY in NON-CONCURRENCE.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 135)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 15, 2025
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Resolve Chapter 102, I am pleased to appoint the following to the Commission to Update Maine’s Public Policy on Higher Education, effective immediately.
These three members of the House of Representatives serve on the Joint Standing Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs. Two members of the party holding the largest number of seats in the Legislature and one member of the party holding the second largest number of seats in the Legislature:
Honorable Holly Sargent of York, reappointment, as House Chair Honorable Christina Mitchell of Cumberland Honorable Sheila Lyman of Livermore Falls
Should you have any questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan D. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.C. 136)
CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 17, 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:"
Environment and Natural Resources L.D. 1037 An Act to Lower the Energy Burden of Residents by Advancing Climate Change Goals L.D. 1083 Resolve, to Require the Department of Environmental Protection to Assess Existing Water Retention Structures and Water Levels Health and Human Services L.D. 591 Resolve, Establishing the Commission to Study MaineCare Estate Recovery (EMERGENCY) L.D. 759 An Act to Increase Patient Safety in Long-term Care Facilities L.D. 904 An Act to Exempt from Fees Certain Services Performed by the Health and Environmental Testing Laboratory for Criminal Investigations L.D. 1006 An Act to Allow Testing of Pregnant Persons for Drugs Directly Before and After Childbirth Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services L.D. 1053 An Act to Ensure That Rebates from Prescription Drug Manufacturers Are Passed on to Patients at Pharmacies L.D. 1058 An Act to Prevent Dental Insurance Companies from Denying Coverage When Other Insurance Is Involved L.D. 1110 An Act to Require Remittance Fees for Money Transmissions L.D. 1180 An Act to Prohibit Persons from Providing Incentives to Customers for Opting Out of Paper Billing Housing and Economic Development L.D. 1075 An Act to Require Annual Reporting Regarding the Low-income Home Energy Assistance Program Judiciary L.D. 1132 An Act to Further Protect Low-impact Landscaping L.D. 1335 An Act to Prohibit Life Sentences Transportation L.D. 164 An Act to Exempt Authorized Emergency Vehicles from Tolls When Operating in an Official Capacity L.D. 290 An Act to Remit 15 Percent of the Fine for a Violation of the Motor Vehicle Laws to the Municipality in Which the Violation Occurred L.D. 1039 An Act Regarding Municipal Authority over Heavy Vehicle Operation (EMERGENCY) L.D. 1156 An Act to Allow Military Surplus Vehicles to Be Collected and Used in Patriotic Exhibitions and Parades
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (H.C. 137)
STATE OF MAINE CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 17, 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 Committee on Appropriations and Financial Affairs has approved the request by the sponsor, Senator Farrin of Somerset, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 367 An Act to Authorize General Fund Bond Issues to Improve Highways, Bridges and Nonhighway Modes of Transportation
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Golek of Harpswell, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 1482 An Act to Require Education Regarding Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning and Other Allied Communities
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Labor has approved the request by the sponsor, Senator Tipping of Penobscot, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 1492 An Act to Fairly Compensate Teachers for Overtime Hours
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-4) The Following Communication: (S.P. 654)
MAINE SENATE 132ND LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
April 11, 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 April 11, 2025, 11 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 April 11, 2025, as follows:
Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
Bill "An Act to Support Farmers and Food Banks Affected by Federal Funding Cuts to Their Existing Contracts" (S.P. 642) (L.D. 1605) (Sponsored by Senator BRENNER of Cumberland) (Cosponsored by Representative GUERRETTE of Caribou and Senators: BENNETT of Oxford, BLACK of Franklin, HICKMAN of Kennebec, TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland, TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin, Representatives: PLUECKER of Warren, JACKSON of Oxford, DILL of Old Town) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 205.)
Appropriations and Financial Affairs
Resolve, to Study Changing the Start of the State Fiscal Year to October 1st (S.P. 644) (L.D. 1636) (Sponsored by Senator BENNETT of Oxford) (Cosponsored by Senator: ROTUNDO of Androscoggin, Representatives: GATTINE of Westbrook, ARATA of New Gloucester, SAYRE of Kennebunk)
Education and Cultural Affairs
Bill "An Act to Codify Minimum Instructional Hours in the State's Schools" (S.P. 647) (L.D. 1639) (Sponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock)
Housing and Economic Development
Bill "An Act to Reform the Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority" (S.P. 645) (L.D. 1637) (Sponsored by President DAUGHTRY of Cumberland) (Cosponsored by Representative ANKELES of Brunswick and Senator: TEPLER of Sagadahoc, Representatives: ARFORD of Brunswick, GOLEK of Harpswell)
Bill "An Act to Protect Maine Consumers by Simplifying Subscription Cancellations" (S.P. 650) (L.D. 1642) (Sponsored by Senator NANGLE of Cumberland)
Bill "An Act to Establish the Maine Life Science Innovation Center" (S.P. 651) (L.D. 1643) (Sponsored by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland) (Cosponsored by Representative ZAGER of Portland and Senators: BENNETT of Oxford, MOORE of Washington, RENY of Lincoln, Representatives: CLOUTIER of Lewiston, STOVER of Boothbay, GERE of Kennebunkport, DUCHARME of Madison, SAYRE of Kennebunk)
Judiciary
Bill "An Act to Improve Legislative Access to Public Information" (S.P. 653) (L.D. 1645) (Sponsored by Senator TIPPING of Penobscot) (Cosponsored by Representative SAYRE of Kennebunk and Representative: FRIEDMANN of Bar Harbor)
Labor
Bill "An Act Regarding Disability Retirement Benefits Under the Maine Public Employees Retirement System" (S.P. 646) (L.D. 1638) (Sponsored by Senator DUSON of Cumberland) (Cosponsored by Representative GEIGER of Rockland and Senators: HICKMAN of Kennebec, BRADSTREET of Kennebec, INGWERSEN of York, Representatives: FOLEY of Wells, ROEDER of Bangor, BRIDGEO of Augusta, COLLINS of Sidney)
Taxation
Bill "An Act to Allow Municipalities to Implement a Local Option Sales Tax" (S.P. 649) (L.D. 1641) (Sponsored by Senator NANGLE of Cumberland)
Transportation
Bill "An Act to Require Train Axle Bearing Sensors to Be Installed on Passenger Rail Lines" (S.P. 652) (L.D. 1644) (Sponsored by Senator RAFFERTY of York) (Cosponsored by Representative CROCKETT of Portland and Senator: INGWERSEN of York, Representatives: DODGE of Belfast, SAYRE of Kennebunk, MITCHELL of Cumberland)
Veterans and Legal Affairs
Bill "An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Gagetown Harmful Chemical Study Commission and to Reestablish the Gagetown Harmful Chemical Study Commission"(EMERGENCY) (S.P. 648) (L.D. 1640) (Sponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec) (Cosponsored by Representative BABIN of Fort Fairfield and Senators: FARRIN of Somerset, STEWART of Aroostook, GROHOSKI of Hancock, BERNARD of Aroostook, Representatives: FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, RIELLY of Westbrook, SUPICA of Bangor, FREDETTE of Newport)
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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(2-5) The Following Communication: (S.C. 263)
MAINE SENATE 132ND LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
April 15, 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 Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services: · Gigi Guyton-Thompson of Peaks Island for reappointment, to the Maine Retirement Savings Board, · Deborah Neuman of Hampden for reappointment, to the Maine Retirement Savings Board, · Daniel Piltch of Freeport for reappointment, to the Maine Retirement Savings Board.
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 to Increase Penalties to Deter Violations of the Laws Regarding Improper Pesticide Use" (H.P. 1132) (L.D. 1697)
Sponsored by Representative DOUDERA of Camden. Cosponsored by Representatives: GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, HEPLER of Woolwich, PLUECKER of Warren. (3-2) Resolve, Authorizing the Baxter State Park Authority to Convey Certain Land in Cumberland County (H.P. 1151) (L.D. 1724)
Sponsored by Representative GOLEK of Harpswell. Cosponsored by President DAUGHTRY of Cumberland. Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-3) Resolve, to Establish a Pilot Project to Facilitate the Inclusion of Economic Impact Statements in the Legislative Process (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1108) (L.D. 1673)
Sponsored by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick. Cosponsored by Senator BALDACCI of Penobscot and Representatives: BRIDGEO of Augusta, COLLAMORE of Pittsfield, DUCHARME of Madison, SALISBURY of Westbrook, Senator: GUERIN of Penobscot. Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-4) Bill "An Act to Establish Disclosure Requirements Regarding Law Enforcement Officer Credibility Information" (H.P. 1106) (L.D. 1671)
Sponsored by Representative LEE of Auburn. Cosponsored by Representatives: BABIN of Fort Fairfield, BISHOP of Bucksport, BUNKER of Farmington, HASENFUS of Readfield, HENDERSON of Rumford, LAJOIE of Lewiston, O'HALLORAN of Brewer, SALISBURY of Westbrook. (3-5) Resolve, to Study Ways to Improve Recruitment and Retention of Rural Emergency Medical Services Personnel Through Access to Health Insurance (H.P. 1111) (L.D. 1676)
Sponsored by Representative EATON of Deer Isle. Cosponsored by Senator TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland and Representatives: BISHOP of Bucksport, CROCKETT of Portland, GOLEK of Harpswell, GRAHAM of North Yarmouth, RAY of Lincolnville, WEBB of Durham, Senators: GROHOSKI of Hancock, TEPLER of Sagadahoc. (3-6) Bill "An Act to Exclude from Eligibility for a Community Confinement Monitoring Program a Person Serving a Sentence for Certain Domestic Violence Crimes" (H.P. 1119) (L.D. 1684)
Sponsored by Representative DOUDERA of Camden. (3-7) Bill "An Act to Establish a Sustainable Housing Development Prison Work Program" (H.P. 1128) (L.D. 1693)
Sponsored by Representative MACIAS of Topsham. Cosponsored by Representatives: BUNKER of Farmington, DEBRITO of Waterville, HASENFUS of Readfield, LOOKNER of Portland, MILLIKEN of Blue Hill, RAY of Lincolnville. (3-8) Bill "An Act to Provide Law Enforcement Agencies with an Anti-sex-trafficking and Commercial Sexual Exploitation Protocol" (H.P. 1130) (L.D. 1695)
Sponsored by Representative ARATA of New Gloucester. Cosponsored by Senator BEEBE-CENTER of Knox and Representatives: COPELAND of Saco, DODGE of Belfast, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, LOOKNER of Portland, NUTTING of Oakland, SARGENT of York, SUPICA of Bangor, ZAGER of Portland. (3-9) Bill "An Act Regarding the Authority to Transport Prisoners Confined in Jail and the Use of Physical Force with Respect to Prisoners and Persons Who Have Been Arrested" (H.P. 1145) (L.D. 1710)
Sponsored by Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook. Cosponsored by Representatives: ARDELL of Monticello, HASENFUS of Readfield, LOOKNER of Portland, TERRY of Gorham. (3-10) Bill "An Act Regarding the Membership of and Requirements for County Jail Boards of Visitors" (H.P. 1152) (L.D. 1725)
Sponsored by Representative NUTTING of Oakland. Cosponsored by Senator CYRWAY of Kennebec and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, DUCHARME of Madison. Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-11) Bill "An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Commission to Study Expansion of Public Preschool and Early Care and Education" (H.P. 1124) (L.D. 1689)
Sponsored by Representative HASENFUS of Readfield. Cosponsored by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland and Representatives: BRENNAN of Portland, CROCKETT of Portland, Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, MURPHY of Scarborough, Senators: President DAUGHTRY of Cumberland, LIBBY of Cumberland. (3-12) Bill "An Act to Expand Access to Justice in Rural Maine by Incentivizing Attorneys to Practice in Underserved Areas" (H.P. 1126) (L.D. 1691)
Sponsored by Representative KUHN of Falmouth. Cosponsored by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland and Representatives: DUCHARME of Madison, HENDERSON of Rumford, LEE of Auburn, MURPHY of Scarborough, POIRIER of Skowhegan, SATO of Gorham, SINCLAIR of Bath. (3-13) Bill "An Act to Support the Implementation of Learning Standards and Results in Public Schools" (H.P. 1136) (L.D. 1701)
Sponsored by Representative BRENNAN of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator RAFFERTY of York and Representatives: CLOUTIER of Lewiston, DODGE of Belfast, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, MITCHELL of Cumberland, MOONEN of Portland, MURPHY of Scarborough, SARGENT of York. (3-14) Bill "An Act to Prohibit a School Administrative Unit from Adopting a Policy That Allows a Student to Use a Restroom Designated for Use by the Opposite Sex" (H.P. 1139) (L.D. 1704)
Sponsored by Representative SMITH of Palermo. Cosponsored by Representatives: COLLINS of Sidney, DRINKWATER of Milford, EDER of Waterboro, PAUL of Winterport, SOBOLESKI of Phillips, Senator: BRADSTREET of Kennebec. (3-15) Bill "An Act Regarding Adult Education Funding and Oversight" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1140) (L.D. 1705)
Sponsored by Representative SARGENT of York. Cosponsored by Senator LIBBY of Cumberland and Representatives: BRENNAN of Portland, DODGE of Belfast, FARRIN of Jefferson, GRAHAM of North Yarmouth, HEPLER of Woolwich, MITCHELL of Cumberland, MURPHY of Scarborough, SHAGOURY of Hallowell. Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-16) Bill "An Act to Provide Just Compensation in Cases of Taking by Eminent Domain by Transmission and Distribution Utilities" (H.P. 1110) (L.D. 1675)
Sponsored by Representative FLYNN of Albion. Cosponsored by Representatives: COLLINS of Sidney, FOSTER of Dexter, MCINTYRE of Lowell, MORRIS of Turner, RUDNICKI of Fairfield, SHAGOURY of Hallowell. (3-17) Bill "An Act to Clarify, Align and Amend Provisions of the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 35-A" (H.P. 1121) (L.D. 1686)
Sponsored by Representative SACHS of Freeport. Submitted by the Public Utilities Commission pursuant to Joint Rule 204. (3-18) Bill "An Act to Create a Direct Investment Pilot Project Under the Maine Clean Energy and Sustainability Accelerator" (H.P. 1135) (L.D. 1700)
Sponsored by Representative SACHS of Freeport. Cosponsored by Senator LAWRENCE of York and Representatives: GEIGER of Rockland, KESSLER of South Portland, MCINTYRE of Lowell, RUNTE of York, WARREN of Scarborough, WEBB of Durham, Senator: GROHOSKI of Hancock. (3-19) Bill "An Act to Enhance the Coordination and Effectiveness of Integrated Distribution Grid Planning" (H.P. 1153) (L.D. 1726)
Sponsored by Representative RUNTE of York. Cosponsored by Senator LAWRENCE of York and Representatives: KESSLER of South Portland, MCINTYRE of Lowell, SACHS of Freeport, WARREN of Scarborough, WEBB of Durham, Senator: GROHOSKI of Hancock. Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-20) Resolve, to Study Maine's Absolute Dominion and Beneficial Use Laws Relating to Water Rights (H.P. 1131) (L.D. 1696)
Sponsored by Representative GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach. Cosponsored by Senator BENNETT of Oxford and Representatives: CAMPBELL of Orrington, DOUDERA of Camden, FAIRCLOTH of Bangor, KESSLER of South Portland, LEE of Auburn, SAYRE of Kennebunk, SINCLAIR of Bath, Senator: GROHOSKI of Hancock. (3-21) Bill "An Act Regarding Changes of Ownership of Dams" (H.P. 1133) (L.D. 1698)
Sponsored by Representative MILLIKEN of Blue Hill. Cosponsored by Representative: BISHOP of Bucksport, Senators: GROHOSKI of Hancock, HAGGAN of Penobscot. (3-22) Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Commingling of Beverage Containers" (H.P. 1148) (L.D. 1721)
Sponsored by Representative HEPLER of Woolwich. Cosponsored by Representatives: BELL of Yarmouth, BRIDGEO of Augusta, CAMPBELL of Orrington, WOODSOME of Waterboro. Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-23) Bill "An Act to Establish the Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Prevention and Support Program" (H.P. 1112) (L.D. 1677)
Sponsored by Representative SHAGOURY of Hallowell. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington and Representatives: CLOUTIER of Lewiston, GRAHAM of North Yarmouth, GRIFFIN of Levant, MCCABE of Lewiston, SARGENT of York. (3-24) Resolve, to Establish the Adverse Childhood Experiences Screening and Resiliency Assessment Pilot Project (H.P. 1138) (L.D. 1703)
Sponsored by Representative GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington and Representatives: BRENNAN of Portland, CRAFTS of Newcastle, GRAHAM of North Yarmouth, MCCABE of Lewiston, MITCHELL of Cumberland, SHAGOURY of Hallowell, STOVER of Boothbay, ZAGER of Portland. (3-25) Bill "An Act to Require a Person to Be a United States Citizen to Receive State or Local Financial Assistance and to Ensure Municipal Compliance with Federal Immigration Laws" (H.P. 1142) (L.D. 1707)
Sponsored by Representative GREENWOOD of Wales. Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook and Representatives: DRINKWATER of Milford, DUCHARME of Madison, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, JAVNER of Chester, RUDNICKI of Fairfield, SMITH of Palermo, SOBOLESKI of Phillips, THORNE of Carmel. (3-26) Resolve, to Allow Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Benefits to Be Used to Purchase Ready-to-cook Meals (H.P. 1146) (L.D. 1711)
Sponsored by Representative LANIGAN of Sanford. Cosponsored by Representative: COLLAMORE of Pittsfield, Senator: HARRINGTON of York. Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-27) Bill "An Act to Require Insurers to Address Climate Risk in Their Business Activities" (H.P. 1109) (L.D. 1674)
Sponsored by Representative WARREN of Scarborough. Cosponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock and Representatives: BECK of South Portland, FRIEDMANN of Bar Harbor, OSHER of Orono. (3-28) Bill "An Act to Clarify and Increase Access to HIV Prevention Medications" (H.P. 1122) (L.D. 1687)
Sponsored by Representative MOONEN of Portland. Cosponsored by Representatives: BOYER of Cape Elizabeth, CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham, Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, MASTRACCIO of Sanford, MATHIESON of Kittery. (3-29) Bill "An Act to Encourage Continuing Education Relating to Certain Infection-associated Chronic Conditions for Physicians and Nurses" (H.P. 1123) (L.D. 1688)
Sponsored by Representative RANA of Bangor. Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook and Representatives: JULIA of Waterville, MATHIESON of Kittery, ROEDER of Bangor, Senators: BAILEY of York, INGWERSEN of York. Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-30) Bill "An Act to Consider Municipal Shelter Facilities and Housing Projects Essential for Public Health, Welfare and Safety by Updating the Definition of 'Public Service Infrastructure'" (H.P. 1116) (L.D. 1681)
Sponsored by Representative LOOKNER of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, DOUDERA of Camden, FARRIN of Jefferson, Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, GERE of Kennebunkport, JULIA of Waterville, ROLLINS of Augusta, SALISBURY of Westbrook. (3-31) Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Manufactured Housing Communities to Prevent Excessive Rent and Fees Increases" (H.P. 1150) (L.D. 1723)
Sponsored by Representative GOLEK of Harpswell. Cosponsored by Senator TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland and Representatives: ANKELES of Brunswick, Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, GERE of Kennebunkport, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, MALON of Biddeford, MINGO of Calais, WEBB of Durham, Senator: TEPLER of Sagadahoc. (3-32) Bill "An Act to Ensure Transparency in Consumer Transactions Involving Artificial Intelligence" (H.P. 1154) (L.D. 1727)
Sponsored by Representative KUHN of Falmouth. Cosponsored by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland and Representatives: LEE of Auburn, POIRIER of Skowhegan, SATO of Gorham, SAYRE of Kennebunk. Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-33) Bill "An Act Regarding Antlerless Deer Permits for Certain Agricultural Landowners" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1127) (L.D. 1692)
Sponsored by Representative TUELL of East Machias. Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-34) Bill "An Act to Make a Freedom of Access Act Request Free of Charge upon Petition" (H.P. 1118) (L.D. 1683)
Sponsored by Representative CHAPMAN of Auburn. Cosponsored by Representatives: BOYER of Poland, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, FREDERICKS of Sanford, HENDERSON of Rumford, LIBBY of Auburn, Senators: HAGGAN of Penobscot, HICKMAN of Kennebec, TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin. (3-35) Bill "An Act Regarding Notification of Appointment of Legal Representation for Indigent Clients in Custody" (H.P. 1141) (L.D. 1706)
Sponsored by Representative WARREN of Scarborough. Cosponsored by Senator LAWRENCE of York and Representatives: BOYER of Poland, HASENFUS of Readfield, MATHIESON of Kittery, MILLIKEN of Blue Hill, MITCHELL of Cumberland, SALISBURY of Westbrook, SAYRE of Kennebunk, SKOLD of Portland. Committee on JUDICIARYsuggested and ordered printed.
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(3-36) Bill "An Act to Establish the Maine Public Employees Retirement System Home Repair and Energy Upgrade Loan Program and Fund" (H.P. 1105) (L.D. 1670)
Sponsored by Representative KESSLER of South Portland. Cosponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock and Representative: FOSTER of Dexter, Senator: BENNETT of Oxford. (3-37) Bill "An Act to Amend the Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Program to Balance Support of Businesses and Employees" (H.P. 1147) (L.D. 1712)
Sponsored by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick. Cosponsored by Senator BALDACCI of Penobscot and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, COLLAMORE of Pittsfield, CROCKETT of Portland, HEPLER of Woolwich, MASTRACCIO of Sanford, O'HALLORAN of Brewer, STOVER of Boothbay, Senator: BRADSTREET of Kennebec. Committee on LABORsuggested and ordered printed.
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(3-38) Bill "An Act to Allocate Commercial Menhaden Fishing Licenses for Island Communities" (H.P. 1113) (L.D. 1678)
Sponsored by Representative EATON of Deer Isle. Cosponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock and Representatives: BISHOP of Bucksport, CROCKETT of Portland, RAY of Lincolnville, RIELLY of Westbrook. (3-39) Bill "An Act to Allocate Scallop Dragging Licenses for Island Communities" (H.P. 1114) (L.D. 1679)
Sponsored by Representative EATON of Deer Isle. Cosponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock and Representatives: BISHOP of Bucksport, CROCKETT of Portland, RAY of Lincolnville, RIELLY of Westbrook. (3-40) Bill "An Act to Create the Commercial Fishing Safety Fund to Further Develop Training and Provide Equipment to Recover Ships and Other Watercraft and Persons in Distress or Lost at Sea" (H.P. 1143) (L.D. 1708)
Sponsored by Representative STROUT of Harrington. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington and Representatives: EATON of Deer Isle, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, GRIFFIN of Levant, HEPLER of Woolwich, MINGO of Calais, RIELLY of Westbrook, SIMMONS of Waldoboro, TUELL of East Machias. Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 205. (3-41) Bill "An Act to Simplify the Regulation of Aquaculture Leases" (H.P. 1149) (L.D. 1722)
Sponsored by Representative RIELLY of Westbrook. Committee on MARINE RESOURCES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-42) Bill "An Act to Increase Fairness in the Income Tax by Adding Higher Tax Brackets and Tax Rates" (H.P. 1117) (L.D. 1682)
Sponsored by Representative OSHER of Orono. Cosponsored by Senator TIPPING of Penobscot and Representatives: ANKELES of Brunswick, DEBRITO of Waterville, DHALAC of South Portland, EATON of Deer Isle, GOLEK of Harpswell, LOOKNER of Portland, SKOLD of Portland, Senator: TEPLER of Sagadahoc. (3-43) Bill "An Act to Provide an Income Tax Credit for Certain Disaster Mitigation Projects for Working Waterfront Property" (H.P. 1129) (L.D. 1694)
Sponsored by Representative RIELLY of Westbrook. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington and Representatives: EATON of Deer Isle, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, GOLEK of Harpswell, MATHIESON of Kittery, MATLACK of St. George, STOVER of Boothbay, STROUT of Harrington, Senator: President DAUGHTRY of Cumberland. (3-44) Bill "An Act to Create a Refundable Tax Credit for Agricultural Enterprises" (H.P. 1134) (L.D. 1699)
Sponsored by Representative PLUECKER of Warren. Cosponsored by Senator TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland and Representatives: COOPER of Windham, CRAY of Palmyra, DILL of Old Town, FROST of Belgrade, GUERRETTE of Caribou, HEPLER of Woolwich, JACKSON of Oxford, Senator: BLACK of Franklin. Committee on TAXATIONsuggested and ordered printed.
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(3-45) Bill "An Act to Establish a Permanent Ferry Oversight Committee to Ensure Sustainable and Equitable Ferry Operations" (H.P. 1115) (L.D. 1680)
Sponsored by Representative EATON of Deer Isle. Cosponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock and Representatives: ANKELES of Brunswick, BISHOP of Bucksport, CROCKETT of Portland, FRIEDMANN of Bar Harbor, GEIGER of Rockland, MATLACK of St. George, RAY of Lincolnville, Senator: TEPLER of Sagadahoc. (3-46) Bill "An Act Regarding Antique Automobiles" (H.P. 1144) (L.D. 1709)
Sponsored by Representative GREENWOOD of Wales. Cosponsored by Senator FARRIN of Somerset and Representatives: CRAY of Palmyra, DILL of Old Town, DRINKWATER of Milford, GUERRETTE of Caribou, LANCE of Paris, MASON of Lisbon, RUDNICKI of Fairfield, SMITH of Palermo. Committee on TRANSPORTATIONsuggested and ordered printed.
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(3-47) Bill "An Act to Allow Participation in the Adult Use Cannabis Tracking System to Be Voluntary" (H.P. 1107) (L.D. 1672)
Sponsored by Representative BOYER of Poland. Cosponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec and Representatives: DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, GUERRETTE of Caribou, MONTELL of Gardiner, PLUECKER of Warren, SUPICA of Bangor, Senators: GROHOSKI of Hancock, HARRINGTON of York. (3-48) RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine Concerning the Direct Initiative Process (H.P. 1120) (L.D. 1685)
Sponsored by Representative COLLAMORE of Pittsfield. Cosponsored by Representatives: EDER of Waterboro, LANIGAN of Sanford, PERKINS of Dover-Foxcroft, QUINT of Hodgdon, ROBERTS of South Berwick, SOBOLESKI of Phillips, Senator: STEWART of Aroostook. (3-49) Bill "An Act Regarding Artificial Intelligence in Campaign Advertising" (H.P. 1125) (L.D. 1690)
Sponsored by Representative KUHN of Falmouth. Cosponsored by Representatives: CLOUTIER of Lewiston, MALON of Biddeford, POIRIER of Skowhegan, PUGH of Portland, SAYRE of Kennebunk, SUPICA of Bangor. (3-50) Bill "An Act to Amend Election Polling Place Candidate Restrictions" (H.P. 1137) (L.D. 1702)
Sponsored by Representative COOPER of Windham. Cosponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec and Representatives: BAGSHAW of Windham, CRAY of Palmyra, HALL of Wilton, HEPLER of Woolwich, JACKSON of Oxford, PARRY of Arundel, PERKINS of Dover-Foxcroft, Senator: TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin.
Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(4-1) On motion of Representative LAJOIE of Lewiston, the following House Order: (H.O. 24)
ORDERED, that Representative Sean Faircloth of Bangor be excused Apr 10 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Irene A. Gifford of Lincoln be excused Apr 3 and 8 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Holly T. Sargent of York be excused Mar 27, Apr 1 and 3 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Peter Conley Wood of Norway be excused Apr 10 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative David Woodsome of Waterboro be excused Apr 10 for health reasons.
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SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR
In accordance with House Rule 519 and Joint Rule 213, the following items: Recognizing: (5-1) Pamela Ross, of Lewiston, a medical doctor, on her retirement after 34 years of practice at Central Maine Internal Medicine. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 218)
(5-2) the Sanford Christian Academy Girls Volleyball Team, which won the Athletics for Christian Education League State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 420)
(5-3) Nathan Pennell, of Whitneyville, who is retiring after 42 years serving the Washington County Soil and Water Conservation District. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 421)
(5-4) the Washington County Soil and Water Conservation District, of Machias, on the celebration of its 75th Anniversary. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 422)
(5-5) Sam Mills, of Old Town, who won the 2025 Flat Top 5K Road Race in Lamoine. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 423)
(5-6) Elam Monahan, of Trenton, who won the Individual Championship in the Kindergarten to First Grade Championship Section at the Maine Chess Association State Individual Championship Tournament. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 424)
(5-7) the South Portland High School Boys Basketball Team, which won the Class AA South Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 425)
(5-8) Zoe LaFleur-Kief, of York, who was named the York County Community College Student of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 426)
(5-9) Victoria Wile, of Gray, who was named the Central Maine Community College Student of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 427)
(5-10) the Mount Ararat High School Girls Basketball Team, of Topsham, which won the Class A State Championship, the team's first state title. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 428)
(5-11) the Mount Ararat High School Girls Basketball Team, of Topsham, which won the Class A South Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 429)
(5-12) Alex Grimaldi, of Jay, a senior at Spruce Mountain High School, who is a recipient of a 2025 Principal's Award for outstanding academic achievement and citizenship, sponsored by the Maine Principals' Association. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 431)
(5-13) Kolaiah Spooner, of Calais, who was named the Washington County Community College Student of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 432)
(5-14) Jordyn Balicki, of Jonesport, who was named the Eastern Maine Community College Student of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 433)
(5-15) Islakeno Mahabir, of Presque Isle, who was named the Northern Maine Community College Student of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 434)
(5-16) the Mount Abram Regional High School Boys Basketball Team, of Salem Township, which won the Class C State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 435)
(5-17) Phil Bloomstein, of Freedom, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 188) Presented by Representative FLYNN of Albion. Cosponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo.
(5-18) Madelynn Deprey, of Caribou, who was named Varsity Maine Girls Basketball Player of the Year. Madelynn averaged 22 points and 8.3 rebounds per game while leading the Vikings to the Class B State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 189) Presented by Representative GUERRETTE of Caribou. Cosponsored by Senator BERNARD of Aroostook.
(5-19) Restoration Resources, of Alna, owned by the Honorable Les Fossel, a former member of the Maine House of Representatives, on the celebration of the company's 50th anniversary of restoring historic buildings. The 15 crew members of Restoration Resources have a combined 196 years of experience and offer education and consulting services throughout Maine and beyond. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 190) Presented by Representative STOVER of Boothbay. Cosponsored by Senator RENY of Lincoln, Representative FARRIN of Jefferson.
(5-20) the Lisbon High School Cheer Team, which won the Class C State Championship. This is the team's fourth straight Class C title. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 191) Presented by Representative MASON of Lisbon. Cosponsored by Senator TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin, Representative WEBB of Durham.
In Memory of: (5-21) William Joseph Gombar, of Lyman. An expert in computer technology, Mr. Gombar had worked for New England Systems, Inc. He rose through the company's ranks until he decided to form his own company, Managed Services and Repair of New England, which he served as President and Head Tech. He prized his customers and prioritized their satisfaction. Mr. Gombar will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
(SLS 430)
(5-22) Eugene "Gene" Demmons, of Gouldsboro. Mr. Demmons worked many years in construction, including the building project of Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor. He worked at the Dexter Shoe factory, Etna-Dixmont School, Hebron Ministerial Institute in Waverly, New York, and Concord Police Department in Concord, New Hampshire. He was part of the church leadership at Liberty Assembly of God in Concord, New Hampshire and Charleston Church Downeast in Sullivan. He was also a missionary to Botswana, Africa, where he ministered for two years with his wife, Joan, and youngest daughter, Sarah. Mr. Demmons will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
(HLS 192) Presented by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.
(5-23) Keith H. Young, of Gouldsboro. Mr. Young was a longtime employee of the family of Mr. and Mrs. F. Eugene Dixon, Jr. He was a member of the Moose and Elks Lodge and for several years was actively involved with the annual Winter Harbor lobster boat races. Mr. Young will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
(HLS 193) Presented by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.
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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 Allow the Sale of Polymer-coated Cookware That Is Authorized for Food Contact by the United States Food and Drug Administration" (S.P. 351) (L.D. 827) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report READ and ACCEPTED.
_________________________________ (6-2) Majority Report of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass on Bill "An Act to Align the Schedules for Climate Change Protection Plans and Grid-enhancing Technology Reviews with the Integrated Grid Planning Process" (H.P. 815) (L.D. 1240) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Representative: _________________________________ (6-3) Majority Report of the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Promote Awareness of the Maine Parentage Act" (H.P. 360) (L.D. 541) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-57) 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. 394) (L.D. 905) Bill "An Act to Clarify the Process to Transfer Funds Resulting from the Expiration of Unused Kilowatt-hour Credits to Be Used to Provide Assistance to Low-income Electricity Customers" Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass (7-2) (S.P. 484) (L.D. 1195) Bill "An Act to Amend the Provisions of the Maine Workers' Compensation Act of 1992 Governing Requirements for Self-insurers" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass (7-3) (S.P. 293) (L.D. 678) Bill "An Act to Provide for the 2025 and 2026 Allocations of the State Ceiling on Private Activity Bonds" (EMERGENCY) Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-13) (7-4) (H.P. 787) (L.D. 1182) Bill "An Act to Grant the Rockland Port District an Increase in Its Borrowing Capacity and Include Sustainable Aquaculture and Marine Industries in Its Charter" Committee on TRANSPORTATION reporting Ought to Pass (7-5) (H.P. 211) (L.D. 311) Bill "An Act to Improve Efficiency of Meat and Poultry Processing Facilities by Requiring the Designation of State Inspectors as Essential" (EMERGENCY) Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-54) (7-6) (H.P. 254) (L.D. 400) Resolve, Directing the Department of Public Safety, Office of the State Fire Marshal to Compile a Statewide Inventory of Aqueous Film-forming Foam Concentrate Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-53) (7-7) (H.P. 397) (L.D. 629) Bill "An Act to Restore Matching Funding to the Maine Development Foundation" Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-56) (7-8) (H.P. 492) (L.D. 750) Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Portions of Chapter 27: Standards for Timber Harvesting and Timber Harvesting Related Activities Within Unorganized and Deorganized Areas of the State, a Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Bureau of Forestry (EMERGENCY) Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRYreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-55) (7-9) (H.P. 597) (L.D. 932) Bill "An Act to Require the Issuance of Maine Agricultural Fair Licenses Every 4 Years" Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-52)
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Emergency Measure
(10-1) An Act to Fund Essential Services for Victims of Domestic Violence (H.P. 561) (L.D. 875)
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 Eliminate Miscarriage Reporting Requirements (H.P. 59) (L.D. 94) (10-3) An Act to Support Hunger Prevention in Maine (H.P. 269) (L.D. 415) (10-4) An Act to Use Certain Regional Transmission Organization Payments for Beneficial Electrification to Reduce Electricity Rates (S.P. 268) (L.D. 585) (10-5) An Act to Provide Funding for Respite Care and Supplemental Services Provided by the Family Caregiver Support Program (H.P. 522) (L.D. 815)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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Resolves (10-6) Resolve, to Rename a Bridge in Windham and Gorham the Little Falls Veterans Memorial Bridge (S.P. 362) (L.D. 796)
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.
4. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Brian Cummings, of Freeport (HLS 159)
TABLED - April 1, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative SACHS of Freeport. PENDING - PASSAGE.
5. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Rachel Eastman Feeley, of Auburn (HLS 160)
TABLED - April 1, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative SMITH of Palermo. PENDING - PASSAGE.
6. Expression of Legislative Sentiment in Memory of Marcia Ellen Noyes, of Portland (HLS 168)
TABLED - April 3, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook. PENDING - ADOPTION.
7. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (7) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-40) - Minority (6) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on JUDICIARY on RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Establish That All Maine Residents Have Equal Rights Under the Law (H.P. 163) (L.D. 260)
TABLED - April 8, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative KUHN of Falmouth. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
8. Bill "An Act to Establish 'Welcome Home' as the Official State Anthem" (S.P. 165) (L.D. 373)
TABLED - April 10, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. PENDING - FURTHER CONSIDERATION.
9. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing 49 Franklin, of Rumford (HLS 178)
TABLED - April 10, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative HENDERSON of Rumford. PENDING - PASSAGE.
10. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Glenn Martin, of Rumford (HLS 179)
TABLED - April 10, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative HENDERSON of Rumford. PENDING - PASSAGE.
11. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Shannon Glover, of Mexico (HLS 180)
TABLED - April 10, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative HENDERSON of Rumford. PENDING - PASSAGE.
12. Bill "An Act to Address the Safety of Nurses and Improve Patient Care by Enacting the Maine Quality Care Act" (S.P. 509) (L.D. 1281)
- In Senate, REFERREDto the Committee on LABOR. TABLED - April 15, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland. PENDING - REFERENCE IN CONCURRENCE. (Roll Call Ordered)
13. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (5) Ought to Pass - Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY on Bill "An Act to Amend the Maine Criminal Code Governing Restitution to Include the Costs of All Analyses of Suspected Illegal Drugs" (H.P. 456) (L.D. 717)
TABLED - April 15, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland. PENDING - Motion of Representative HASENFUS of Readfield to ACCEPT the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report. (Roll Call Ordered)
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 1
(1-1) The following Joint Order: (S.P. 665)
ORDERED, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 10:00 in the morning, or until the call of the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House, respectively.
Comes from the Senate, READ and PASSED.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 2
(1-1) Bill "An Act to Require Family Life Education to Include a Human Growth and Development Curriculum" (S.P. 669) (L.D. 1716)
Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESand ordered printed.
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(1-2) Bill "An Act to Establish the Maine Charter School Commission as a Public Instrumentality of the State" (S.P. 671) (L.D. 1718) (1-3) Bill "An Act Regarding Superintendent Agreements for Transfer Students" (S.P. 672) (L.D. 1719)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRSand ordered printed.
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(1-4) Bill "An Act Regarding Benefits and Training for Long-term Care Workers" (S.P. 673) (L.D. 1720) (1-5) Bill "An Act to Establish the Maine Child Care Affordability Program Advisory Board" (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 674) (L.D. 1728)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESand ordered printed.
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(1-6) Bill "An Act to Prohibit Certain Provisions in Health Care Provider Contracts with Insurance Carriers" (S.P. 666) (L.D. 1713)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-7) Resolve, to Allow Hemphill Farms, Inc. to Sue the State (S.P. 661) (L.D. 1667) (1-8) RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Amend the Appointment and Confirmation Process for Certain Judicial, Civil and Military Officers (S.P. 668) (L.D. 1715)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY and ordered printed.
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(1-9) Bill "An Act Regarding the Voting Requirement to Extend the Date for Adjournment of the Legislature" (S.P. 663) (L.D. 1668)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTand ordered printed.
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(1-10) Bill "An Act to Provide Property Tax Relief to Maine Families" (S.P. 659) (L.D. 1665)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TAXATION and ordered printed.
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(1-11) Bill "An Act to Create a New Pathway to Licensure to Drive School Buses" (S.P. 667) (L.D. 1714)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TRANSPORTATION and ordered printed.
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(1-12) Bill "An Act to Include in the Ranked-choice Election Method for General and Special Elections the Offices of Governor, State Senator and State Representative and to Make Other Related Changes" (S.P. 660) (L.D. 1666) (1-13) Bill "An Act to Establish the Cannabis Advisory Council" (S.P. 664) (L.D. 1669) (1-14) Bill "An Act Regarding Background Checks for Medical Cannabis Providers" (S.P. 670) (L.D. 1717)
Come 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
(4-1) On motion of Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 1155) (Cosponsored by Senator GUERIN of Penobscot and Representatives: BABIN of Fort Fairfield, CARLOW of Buxton, DAIGLE of Fort Kent, DRINKWATER of Milford, HENDERSON of Rumford, LEMELIN of Chelsea, MASON of Lisbon, PERKINS of Dover-Foxcroft)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING CHRISTIAN HOLY WEEK IN MAINE
WHEREAS,the week preceding the Christian celebration of Easter contains observances relating to the Biblical description of last days of Jesus; and
WHEREAS, on Palm Sunday, Jesus entered the city of Jerusalem; and
WHEREAS, on Holy Monday, Jesus freed the sacrificial animals and cleansed the temple; and
WHEREAS, on Holy Tuesday, Jesus taught at the temple; and
WHEREAS, on Holy Wednesday, a disciple named Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus for pieces of silver; and
WHEREAS, on Maundy Thursday, the Last Supper with the disciples occurred, and Jesus washed their feet; and
WHEREAS, on Good Friday, Jesus was crucified on a cross, and darkness covered the whole earth; and
WHEREAS, on Holy Saturday, Jesus rested in the tomb; and
WHEREAS, on Resurrection Sunday, also known as Easter Sunday, Jesus rose from the dead, and his death, burial and resurrection paid for the sins of the people and gives all who believe in him eternal life;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 Christian Holy Week in Maine; and be it further
RESOLVED: That We extend best wishes to all those of Christian faith in Maine, the United States and across the world for a joyous and meaningful observance of Holy Week and Easter.
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