Table of Contents *Please note that all supplements may not be taken up. Those items not considered today will generally reappear on the printed calendar of the next legislative day.
House Calendar SENATE PAPERS Non-Concurrent Matter COMMUNICATIONS SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR Recognizing: REPORTS OF COMMITTEE Ought to Pass Pursuant to Statute Divided Report CONSENT CALENDAR First Day BILLS IN THE SECOND READING Senate as Amended ENACTORS Regular Acts Resolves ORDERS OF THE DAY UNFINISHED BUSINESS Maine House of Representatives 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0002 Tel. (207) 287-1400

Maine State Seal

The House Calendar

The Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives

27th Legislative Day Monday, June 9, 2025

Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.

Prayer by Pastor Darrell Marsh, Seacoast Bible Church, Wells.

National Anthem by Evelyn LaCroix, Skowhegan.

Pledge of Allegiance.

Medical Provider of the Day, Colleen Marzilli, PhD, DNP, MBA, APRN, FNP-BC, CNE, NEA-BC, PHNA-BCCCM, MedSurg-BC, FNAP, Orono.

Reading of the Journal of Thursday, June 5, 2025.

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SENATE PAPERS

Non-Concurrent Matter

(1-1) Bill "An Act Regarding the Approval of Transmission Lines"

(H.P. 517) (L.D. 810)

Minority (5) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGYREAD and ACCEPTED in the House on June 3, 2025.

Comes from the Senate with the Majority (8) OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY READ and ACCEPTEDand the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-410) in NON-CONCURRENCE.

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Non-Concurrent Matter

(1-2) 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)

Majority (7) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS READand ACCEPTED in the House on June 4, 2025.

Comes from the Senate with that Body having INSISTED on its former action whereby the Minority (6) OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS was READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-207) in NON-CONCURRENCE.

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Non-Concurrent Matter

(1-3) Bill "An Act to Protect Recipients of Public Assistance from Housing Discrimination"

(H.P. 665) (L.D. 1036)

Majority (6) OUGHT TO PASS Report of the Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT READand ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED in the House on June 4, 2025.

Comes from the Senate with the Minority (4) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT READ and ACCEPTED in NON-CONCURRENCE.

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Non-Concurrent Matter

(1-4) Bill "An Act Regarding the Required State of Mind Relating to the Threatening Display or Carrying of a Concealed Weapon"

(H.P. 752) (L.D. 1147)

Minority (5) OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-369) in the House on June 2, 2025.

Comes from the Senate with the Majority (8) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY READ and ACCEPTED in NON-CONCURRENCE.

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Non-Concurrent Matter

(1-5) Bill "An Act Regarding Labeling of Genetically Engineered Food Products"

(H.P. 832) (L.D. 1257)

Unanimous OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-348) in the House on June 2, 2025.

Comes from the Senate with the Bill and accompanying papers INDEFINITELY POSTPONED in NON-CONCURRENCE.

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Non-Concurrent Matter

(1-6) Bill "An Act to Reduce Illegal Cannabis Operations by Requiring Permits for High Electrical Usage"

(S.P. 619) (L.D. 1535)

Majority (8) OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-264) in the House on June 5, 2025.

Comes from the Senate with that Body having INSISTED on its former action whereby the Minority (5) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY was READ and ACCEPTED in NON-CONCURRENCE.

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Non-Concurrent Matter

(1-7) Bill "An Act to Establish the Interdisciplinary Advisory Board for the State House Complex"

(H.P. 1187) (L.D. 1776)

Majority (8) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT READand ACCEPTED in the House on June 5, 2025.

Comes from the Senate with the Minority (5) OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT READ and ACCEPTEDand the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-437) in NON-CONCURRENCE.

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Non-Concurrent Matter

(1-8) Bill "An Act Regarding Penalties for Fentanyl Trafficking When That Trafficking Results in an Overdose Causing Serious Bodily Injury of a Person"

(H.P. 838) (L.D. 1263)

Majority (8) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY READ and ACCEPTED in the House on June 5, 2025.

Comes from the Senate with the Minority (5) OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY READ and ACCEPTEDand the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-496) in NON-CONCURRENCE.

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COMMUNICATIONS

(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 190)

STATE OF MAINE

CLERK'S OFFICE

2 STATE HOUSE STATION

AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002

June 5, 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 Committee has voted unanimously to report the following bills out "Ought Not to Pass:"

Judiciary

L.D. 1856 An Act Directing the Maine Commission on Public Defense Services to Assist Persons Filing Post-judgment Motions to Seal Criminal History Record Information

L.D. 1978 An Act Regarding Government Liability Related to Sexual Acts Toward Minors

Sincerely,

S/Robert B. Hunt

Clerk of the House

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(2-2) The Following Communication: (S.C. 517)

MAINE SENATE

132ND LEGISLATURE

OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY

June 4, 2025

Honorable Robert B. Hunt

Clerk of the House

2 State House Station

Augusta, ME 04333

Dear Clerk Hunt:

Please be advised the Senate today insisted to its previous action whereby it accepted the Majority Ought to Pass as Amended Report and Engrossed Bill “An Act to Create Parity in the Taxation of Medicine by Exempting Sales of Cannabis for Medical Use” (H.P. 363) (L.D. 544) in non-concurrence.

Best Regards,

S/Darek M. Grant

Secretary of the Senate

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(2-3) The Following Communication: (S.C. 518)

MAINE SENATE

132ND LEGISLATURE

OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY

June 4, 2025

Honorable Robert B. Hunt

Clerk of the House

2 State House Station

Augusta, ME 04333

Dear Clerk Hunt:

Please be advised the Senate today insisted to its previous action whereby it accepted the Minority Ought to Pass as Amended Report and Engrossed Bill “An Act to Move the Natural Areas Program from the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry to the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and to Amend the Law Governing Administration of the Bureau of Resource Management Within the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife” (H.P. 256) (L.D. 402) in non-concurrence.

Best Regards,

S/Darek M. Grant

Secretary of the Senate

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SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR

In accordance with House Rule 519 and Joint Rule 213, the following items:

Recognizing:

(5-1) Maria Marzilli, of South Portland, on the celebration of her 104th birthday. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

(SLS 890)

(5-2) Barbara Demchak, of Madison, who has received a 2025 EMS Excellence Award from Maine EMS. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

(SLS 891)

(5-3) Cash H. Kellen, of Falmouth, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2025 graduating class of Cheverus High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

(SLS 892)

(5-4) Sophia Monfa, of Falmouth, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2025 graduating class of Cheverus High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

(SLS 893)

(5-5) Stephen Krichels, of Trenton, who was named the Aging in Place Volunteer of the Year by Hancock County Habitat for Humanity. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

(SLS 894)

(5-6) Peter Horton, of Sedgwick, who was named the Home Building Volunteer of the Year by Hancock County Habitat for Humanity. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

(SLS 895)

(5-7) John Lennon, of Lamoine, who received a 2025 EMS Excellence Award from Maine EMS. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

(SLS 896)

(5-8) the City of South Portland and the Rotary Club of South Portland - Cape Elizabeth, of South Portland, keepers of the Portland Breakwater Lighthouse, otherwise known as Bug Light, on the 150th Anniversary of the lighthouse's commissioning. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

(HLS 366)

Presented by Representative BECK of South Portland.

Cosponsored by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland, Representative DHALAC of South Portland, Representative KESSLER of South Portland.

(5-9) Susan Lessard, of Bangor, on her retirement after a 45-year career in public service. Ms. Lessard served as town manager for Livermore Falls, Fayette, Vinalhaven, Hampden and most recently Bucksport. Her steady leadership, resilience and innovation have left a lasting and positive legacy. She is widely regarded for her expertise in municipal finance, community development and solid waste management and for her ability to navigate communities through both hardship and opportunity. She worked in Bucksport during a time of transition and economic loss following the closure of the town's paper mill. Under her leadership, the community rebounded and redefined itself. It welcomed new developments, including a maritime training center and a modern power plant, while also revitalizing its Main Street and expanding access to grants and infrastructure improvements. Ms. Lessard has been recognized with many awards throughout her career, including the Governor's Environmental Excellence Award, the Maine Engineering Excellence Award and the Maine Town and City Manager's Association Leadership Award. She received a United States Coast Guard Public Service Commendation for her role in the transfer of 35 Maine lighthouses to local governments and nonprofit organizations. She also played a key role in state-level environmental protection efforts, serving on the Board of Environmental Protection since 2007. We extend our appreciation and best wishes;

(HLS 367)

Presented by Representative BISHOP of Bucksport.

Cosponsored by Senator BALDACCI of Penobscot, Senator HAGGAN of Penobscot, Representative FAIRCLOTH of Bangor, Representative RANA of Bangor, Representative ROEDER of Bangor, Representative SUPICA of Bangor.

(5-10) Jerry Dauphinee, of Bowdoinham, who won the Maine State Championship Free Throw Contest and went on to place 5th in the Nation. Jerry entered a Nationwide Elks Hoop Shoot contest at the Brunswick Recreation Center that was sponsored by Elks Brunswick Lodge #2043. Jerry won that competition and moved on to the District competition located in Bath, where Jerry won again and earned the Ron Nygaard Award for Top Performer of all the boys age groups. He then won the state competition at Bangor High School and went on to represent Maine as the Maine State Champion in the New England Regionals, where he made 24 out of 25 free throws. After winning regionals, he and his family headed to Chicago for the National Finals on April 26, 2025, where Jerry represented Maine and New England and competed against the winners from a total of 12 regions across the United States, earning 5th place in the Nation in the 8/9 boys group. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

(HLS 368)

Presented by Representative CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham.

Cosponsored by Senator TEPLER of Sagadahoc.

(5-11) Matt Morneault, of Falmouth, who won the Boys State Singles Tennis Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes

(HLS 369)

Presented by Representative KUHN of Falmouth.

Cosponsored by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland, Representative CROCKETT of Portland.

(5-12) Sofia Kirtchev, of Falmouth, who won the Girls State Singles Tennis Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

(HLS 370)

Presented by Representative KUHN of Falmouth.

Cosponsored by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland, Representative CROCKETT of Portland.

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REPORTS OF COMMITTEE

Ought to Pass Pursuant to Statute

(6-1) Representative SALISBURY for the Joint Standing Committee on State and Local Government on Bill "An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Maine Abandoned and Discontinued Roads Commission"

(H.P. 1332) (L.D. 1985)

Reporting Ought to Pass pursuant to the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 23, section 3036, subsection 11.

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Divided Report

(6-2) Majority Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-276) on Bill "An Act to Require School Administrative Units to Adopt Mentoring Programs for Teachers and to Improve Existing Programs"

(S.P. 209) (L.D. 470)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    RAFFERTY of York
                                    PIERCE of Cumberland

            Representatives:
                                    MURPHY of Scarborough
                                    BRENNAN of Portland
                                    CROCKETT of Portland
                                    DODGE of Belfast
                                    MITCHELL of Cumberland
                                    SARGENT of York

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
LIBBY of Cumberland

            Representatives:
                                    BAGSHAW of Windham
                                    CARLOW of Buxton
                                    HAGGAN of Hampden
                                    LYMAN of Livermore Falls

Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-276).

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(6-3) Majority Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-214) on Bill "An Act to Require Cardiac Emergency Response Plans and Athletic Emergency Action Plans for Schools and School-sponsored Athletic Events"

(S.P. 270) (L.D. 587)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    RAFFERTY of York
                                    PIERCE of Cumberland

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
LIBBY of Cumberland

Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-214) AS AMENDED BY SENATE AMENDMENT "A"(S-272) thereto.

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(6-4) Majority Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-289) on Bill "An Act to Promote Local Seafood in Schools"

(S.P. 728) (L.D. 1858)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    RAFFERTY of York
                                    LIBBY of Cumberland
                                    PIERCE of Cumberland

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-289).

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(6-5) Majority Report of the Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-247) on Bill "An Act to Establish the Manufactured Housing Community and Mobile Home Park Preservation and Assistance Fund"

(S.P. 433) (L.D. 1016)

Signed:

Senator:
CURRY of Waldo

            Representatives:
                                    GERE of Kennebunkport
                                    EDER of Waterboro
                                    GOLEK of Harpswell
                                    JULIA of Waterville
                                    MALON of Biddeford
                                    YUSUF of Portland

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
BENNETT of Oxford

            Representatives:
                                    COLLAMORE of Pittsfield
                                    MINGO of Calais

Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-247).

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(6-6) Majority Report of the Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-297) on Resolve, to Reestablish and Continue the Work of the Blue Economy Task Force

(S.P. 441) (L.D. 1023)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    CURRY of Waldo
                                    BAILEY of York
                                    BENNETT of Oxford

            Representatives:
                                    GERE of Kennebunkport
                                    EDER of Waterboro
                                    GOLEK of Harpswell
                                    JULIA of Waterville
                                    MALON of Biddeford
                                    ROBERTS of South Berwick
                                    YUSUF of Portland

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (S-298) on same Resolve.

Signed:

            Representatives:
                                    COLLAMORE of Pittsfield
                                    MINGO of Calais
                                    WALKER of Naples

Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Resolve PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-297).

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(6-7) Majority Report of the Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-273) on Bill "An Act to Protect Residents Living in Mobile Home Parks"

(S.P. 477) (L.D. 1145)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    CURRY of Waldo
                                    BAILEY of York

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (S-274) on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
BENNETT of Oxford

            Representatives:
                                    COLLAMORE of Pittsfield
                                    MINGO of Calais

Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-273).

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(6-8) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-290) on Bill "An Act to Amend the Law Governing Dedimus Justices"

(S.P. 60) (L.D. 129)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    BALDACCI of Penobscot
                                    BEEBE-CENTER of Knox
                                    MARTIN of Oxford

            Representatives:
                                    SALISBURY of Westbrook
                                    ADAMS of Lebanon
                                    COPELAND of Saco
                                    FARRIN of Jefferson
                                    GREENWOOD of Wales
                                    MATLACK of St. George
                                    POMERLEAU of Standish
                                    ROLLINS of Augusta
                                    TUELL of East Machias

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Representative:
UNDERWOOD of Presque Isle

Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-290).

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(6-9) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-287) on Bill "An Act to Create a State Employee Compensation Stabilization Fund"

(S.P. 623) (L.D. 1539)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    BALDACCI of Penobscot
                                    BEEBE-CENTER of Knox

            Representatives:
                                    SALISBURY of Westbrook
                                    COPELAND of Saco
                                    FARRIN of Jefferson
                                    MATLACK of St. George
                                    ROLLINS of Augusta

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
MARTIN of Oxford

            Representatives:
                                    ADAMS of Lebanon
                                    GREENWOOD of Wales
                                    POMERLEAU of Standish
                                    TUELL of East Machias
                                    UNDERWOOD of Presque Isle

Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-287).

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(6-10) Majority Report of the Committee on TAXATION reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-288) on Bill "An Act to Exempt Over-the-counter Medicines from the Sales and Use Tax"

(S.P. 680) (L.D. 1734)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    GROHOSKI of Hancock
                                    TIPPING of Penobscot

            Representatives:
                                    CLOUTIER of Lewiston
                                    CROCKETT of Portland
                                    FRIEDMANN of Bar Harbor
                                    MATLACK of St. George
                                    SAYRE of Kennebunk

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
BICKFORD of Androscoggin

            Representatives:
                                    LAVIGNE of Berwick
                                    QUINT of Hodgdon
                                    RUDNICKI of Fairfield
                                    SWALLOW of Houlton
                                    WHITE of Ellsworth

Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-288).

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(6-11) Majority Report of the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-291) on Bill "An Act to Provide Funds Necessary for the Production and Delivery of Election Materials by the Secretary of State and to Reconvene the Working Group to Study Polling Places at Schools"

(S.P. 26) (L.D. 13)

Signed:

Senator:
HICKMAN of Kennebec

            Representatives:
                                    SUPICA of Bangor
                                    BOYER of Poland
                                    CHAPMAN of Auburn
                                    FAIRCLOTH of Bangor
                                    FREDERICKS of Sanford
                                    FROST of Belgrade
                                    GRAHAM of North Yarmouth
                                    MALON of Biddeford
                                    TERRY of Gorham

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin

Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-291).

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(6-12) Six Members of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY report in Report "A" Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Expand Hydroelectric Development by Removing the 100-megawatt Cap"

(S.P. 163) (L.D. 371)

Signed:

Senator:
GROHOSKI of Hancock

            Representatives:
                                    SACHS of Freeport
                                    GEIGER of Rockland
                                    KESSLER of South Portland
                                    WARREN of Scarborough
                                    WEBB of Durham

Four Members of the same Committee report in Report "B" Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-277) on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
LAWRENCE of York

            Representatives:
                                    FOSTER of Dexter
                                    RUNTE of York
                                    WADSWORTH of Hiram

Three Members of the same Committee report in Report "C" Ought to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
HARRINGTON of York

            Representatives:
                                    MCINTYRE of Lowell
                                    PAUL of Winterport

Comes from the Senate with Report "B" OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED READand ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-277).

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(6-13) Majority Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-516) on Bill "An Act to Ensure Equal Access to a Full School Day for All Students" (EMERGENCY)

(H.P. 720) (L.D. 1098)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    RAFFERTY of York
                                    PIERCE of Cumberland

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
LIBBY of Cumberland

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(6-14) Majority Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-517) on Bill "An Act to Establish the Community Schools Success Fund to Ensure the Implementation and Success of Community Schools Programs"

(H.P. 867) (L.D. 1332)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    RAFFERTY of York
                                    PIERCE of Cumberland

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
LIBBY of Cumberland

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(6-15) Majority Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-518) on Bill "An Act to Establish the Maine Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics Matching Grant Program"

(H.P. 1158) (L.D. 1740)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    RAFFERTY of York
                                    PIERCE of Cumberland

            Representatives:
                                    MURPHY of Scarborough
                                    BRENNAN of Portland
                                    DODGE of Belfast
                                    MITCHELL of Cumberland
                                    SARGENT of York

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
LIBBY of Cumberland

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(6-16) Majority Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Promote Public Education in Maine by Amending the Laws Governing Student Transfers"

(H.P. 1178) (L.D. 1760)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    RAFFERTY of York
                                    PIERCE of Cumberland

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-519) on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
LIBBY of Cumberland

            Representatives:
                                    BAGSHAW of Windham
                                    HAGGAN of Hampden
                                    LYMAN of Livermore Falls

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(6-17) Majority Report of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-513) on Bill "An Act to Require Certain Notice Requirements for Whistleblower Protections"

(H.P. 677) (L.D. 1048)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    LAWRENCE of York
                                    GROHOSKI of Hancock

            Representatives:
                                    SACHS of Freeport
                                    GEIGER of Rockland
                                    KESSLER of South Portland
                                    RUNTE of York
                                    WARREN of Scarborough
                                    WEBB of Durham

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
HARRINGTON of York

            Representatives:
                                    FOSTER of Dexter
                                    MCINTYRE of Lowell
                                    PAUL of Winterport
                                    WADSWORTH of Hiram

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(6-18) Majority Report of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-537) on Bill "An Act Regarding the Management of Oversized Bulky Waste from Wastewater Treatment Plants" (EMERGENCY)

(H.P. 197) (L.D. 297)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    TEPLER of Sagadahoc
                                    BRENNER of Cumberland
                                    MARTIN of Oxford

            Representatives:
                                    ANKELES of Brunswick
                                    BELL of Yarmouth
                                    BRIDGEO of Augusta
                                    CAMPBELL of Orrington
                                    RIELLY of Westbrook
                                    SCHMERSAL-BURGESS of Mexico
                                    SOBOLESKI of Phillips
                                    WOODSOME of Waterboro

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

            Representatives:
                                    GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach
                                    OSHER of Orono

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(6-19) Majority Report of the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-551) on Bill "An Act Regarding Controlled Substances Prescription Monitoring Activities"

(H.P. 852) (L.D. 1277)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    INGWERSEN of York
                                    MOORE of Washington

            Representatives:
                                    MEYER of Eliot
                                    DAIGLE of Fort Kent
                                    DEBRITO of Waterville
                                    GRAHAM of North Yarmouth
                                    MCCABE of Lewiston
                                    SHAGOURY of Hallowell
                                    ZAGER of Portland

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

            Representatives:
                                    GRIFFIN of Levant
                                    JAVNER of Chester
                                    LEMELIN of Chelsea

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(6-20) Majority Report of the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Create a Minimum Standard of Pathology for Children Under 3 Years of Age Who Die of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome or an Unknown Cause"

(H.P. 976) (L.D. 1485)

Signed:

Senator:
INGWERSEN of York

            Representatives:
                                    MEYER of Eliot
                                    DEBRITO of Waterville
                                    GRAHAM of North Yarmouth
                                    MCCABE of Lewiston
                                    SHAGOURY of Hallowell
                                    ZAGER of Portland

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-549) on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
MOORE of Washington

            Representatives:
                                    DAIGLE of Fort Kent
                                    GRIFFIN of Levant
                                    JAVNER of Chester
                                    LEMELIN of Chelsea

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(6-21) Majority Report of the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICESreporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Repeal the Law Establishing the Maine Retirement Savings Board"

(H.P. 244) (L.D. 344)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    BAILEY of York
                                    BALDACCI of Penobscot

            Representatives:
                                    MATHIESON of Kittery
                                    ARFORD of Brunswick
                                    BOYER of Cape Elizabeth
                                    CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham
                                    MASTRACCIO of Sanford

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-542) on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
HAGGAN of Penobscot

            Representatives:
                                    CIMINO of Bridgton
                                    FLYNN of Albion
                                    FOLEY of Wells
                                    MORRIS of Turner
                                    OLSEN of Raymond

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(6-22) Majority Report of the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICESreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-541) on Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Regarding Consent for HIV Testing and Disclosure of Related Medical Information for Insurance Purposes"

(H.P. 1314) (L.D. 1970)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    BAILEY of York
                                    BALDACCI of Penobscot
                                    HAGGAN of Penobscot

            Representatives:
                                    MATHIESON of Kittery
                                    ARFORD of Brunswick
                                    BOYER of Cape Elizabeth
                                    CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham
                                    FLYNN of Albion
                                    FOLEY of Wells
                                    MASTRACCIO of Sanford
                                    MORRIS of Turner
                                    OLSEN of Raymond

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Representative:
CIMINO of Bridgton

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(6-23) Majority Report of the Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-532) on Bill "An Act to Establish the Maine Eviction Prevention Program"

(H.P. 1007) (L.D. 1522)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    CURRY of Waldo
                                    BAILEY of York
                                    BENNETT of Oxford

            Representatives:
                                    GERE of Kennebunkport
                                    EDER of Waterboro
                                    GOLEK of Harpswell
                                    JULIA of Waterville
                                    MALON of Biddeford
                                    MINGO of Calais
                                    ROBERTS of South Berwick
                                    YUSUF of Portland

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

            Representatives:
                                    COLLAMORE of Pittsfield
                                    WALKER of Naples

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(6-24) Majority Report of the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-521) on Bill "An Act to Reduce Posting of Hunting Lands by Providing Free Antlerless Deer Permits to Certain Landowners Who Keep Their Lands Open to Hunting"

(H.P. 552) (L.D. 866)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    BALDACCI of Penobscot
                                    GUERIN of Penobscot

            Representatives:
                                    ROBERTS of South Berwick
                                    DILL of Old Town
                                    LANCE of Paris
                                    MASON of Lisbon
                                    TERRY of Gorham
                                    THORNE of Carmel
                                    WOODSOME of Waterboro

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-522) on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
CARNEY of Cumberland

            Representatives:
                                    BRIDGEO of Augusta
                                    CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham

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(6-25) Majority Report of the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE reporting Ought Not to Pass on Resolve, Authorizing a Study on the Impacts and Risks of Lead-based Ammunition

(H.P. 887) (L.D. 1364)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    BALDACCI of Penobscot
                                    GUERIN of Penobscot

            Representatives:
                                    LANCE of Paris
                                    MASON of Lisbon
                                    THORNE of Carmel
                                    WOOD of Greene
                                    WOODSOME of Waterboro

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-523) on same Resolve.

Signed:

Senator:
CARNEY of Cumberland

            Representatives:
                                    ROBERTS of South Berwick
                                    BRIDGEO of Augusta
                                    CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham
                                    DILL of Old Town
                                    TERRY of Gorham

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(6-26) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARY reporting Ought Not to Passon Bill "An Act to Amend the Freedom of Access Act to Require a Specific Time Frame for Agencies to Comply with Requests for Public Records"

(H.P. 85) (L.D. 152)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    CARNEY of Cumberland
                                    HAGGAN of Penobscot
                                    TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland

            Representatives:
                                    KUHN of Falmouth
                                    BABIN of Fort Fairfield
                                    CARUSO of Caratunk
                                    LEE of Auburn
                                    O'HALLORAN of Brewer
                                    POIRIER of Skowhegan
                                    PUGH of Portland
                                    SATO of Gorham
                                    SINCLAIR of Bath

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-558) on same Bill.

Signed:

Representative:
HENDERSON of Rumford

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(6-27) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Ensure Determinations Made by the State Are Free from Unethical, Unsafe or Illegal Interference by Artificial Intelligence"

(H.P. 558) (L.D. 872)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    BEEBE-CENTER of Knox
                                    MARTIN of Oxford

            Representatives:
                                    SALISBURY of Westbrook
                                    ADAMS of Lebanon
                                    COPELAND of Saco
                                    FARRIN of Jefferson
                                    GREENWOOD of Wales
                                    MATLACK of St. George
                                    POMERLEAU of Standish
                                    TUELL of East Machias
                                    UNDERWOOD of Presque Isle

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-566) on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
BALDACCI of Penobscot

Representative:
ROLLINS of Augusta

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(6-28) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Establish Content Standards for Legislation"

(H.P. 1021) (L.D. 1563)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    BALDACCI of Penobscot
                                    BEEBE-CENTER of Knox

            Representatives:
                                    SALISBURY of Westbrook
                                    COPELAND of Saco
                                    FARRIN of Jefferson
                                    MATLACK of St. George
                                    ROLLINS of Augusta
                                    UNDERWOOD of Presque Isle

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-564) on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
MARTIN of Oxford

            Representatives:
                                    ADAMS of Lebanon
                                    GREENWOOD of Wales
                                    POMERLEAU of Standish
                                    TUELL of East Machias

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(6-29) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Require Certain Public Entities to Define Their Use of the Term 'Equity'"

(H.P. 1051) (L.D. 1593)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    BALDACCI of Penobscot
                                    BEEBE-CENTER of Knox

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-565) on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
MARTIN of Oxford

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(6-30) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-557) on Bill "An Act to Protect Holders of Distressed Mortgages from Fraud"

(H.P. 257) (L.D. 403)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    CARNEY of Cumberland
                                    HAGGAN of Penobscot
                                    TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland

            Representatives:
                                    KUHN of Falmouth
                                    BABIN of Fort Fairfield
                                    CARUSO of Caratunk
                                    LEE of Auburn
                                    O'HALLORAN of Brewer
                                    PUGH of Portland
                                    SATO of Gorham
                                    SINCLAIR of Bath

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

            Representatives:
                                    HENDERSON of Rumford
                                    POIRIER of Skowhegan

Representative DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports the Majority Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-557) Report.

_________________________________

(6-31) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-556) on Bill "An Act Regarding Fairness in Sentencing for Persons Under 26 Years of Age"

(H.P. 732) (L.D. 1113)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    CARNEY of Cumberland
                                    TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland

            Representatives:
                                    KUHN of Falmouth
                                    LEE of Auburn
                                    PUGH of Portland
                                    SATO of Gorham
                                    SINCLAIR of Bath

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
HAGGAN of Penobscot

            Representatives:
                                    BABIN of Fort Fairfield
                                    CARUSO of Caratunk
                                    HENDERSON of Rumford
                                    O'HALLORAN of Brewer
                                    POIRIER of Skowhegan

_________________________________

(6-32) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARY reporting Ought Not to Passon Bill "An Act to Limit Sovereign Immunity for Schools and School Superintendents"

(H.P. 797) (L.D. 1222)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    CARNEY of Cumberland
                                    TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland

            Representatives:
                                    KUHN of Falmouth
                                    BABIN of Fort Fairfield
                                    CARUSO of Caratunk
                                    HENDERSON of Rumford
                                    LEE of Auburn
                                    O'HALLORAN of Brewer
                                    POIRIER of Skowhegan
                                    PUGH of Portland
                                    SATO of Gorham
                                    SINCLAIR of Bath

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-555) on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
HAGGAN of Penobscot

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(6-33) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-554) on Bill "An Act to Require Energy Efficiency Disclosure Statements and Energy Efficiency Standards for Certain Rental Housing in the State"

(H.P. 963) (L.D. 1471)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    CARNEY of Cumberland
                                    HAGGAN of Penobscot
                                    TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland

            Representatives:
                                    KUHN of Falmouth
                                    BABIN of Fort Fairfield
                                    CARUSO of Caratunk
                                    HENDERSON of Rumford
                                    LEE of Auburn
                                    PUGH of Portland
                                    SATO of Gorham
                                    SINCLAIR of Bath

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

            Representatives:
                                    O'HALLORAN of Brewer
                                    POIRIER of Skowhegan

_________________________________

(6-34) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARY reporting Ought Not to Passon Bill "An Act to Affirm Parental Rights"

(H.P. 1318) (L.D. 1974)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    CARNEY of Cumberland
                                    TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland

            Representatives:
                                    KUHN of Falmouth
                                    LEE of Auburn
                                    O'HALLORAN of Brewer
                                    PUGH of Portland
                                    SATO of Gorham
                                    SINCLAIR of Bath

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-548) on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
HAGGAN of Penobscot

            Representatives:
                                    BABIN of Fort Fairfield
                                    CARUSO of Caratunk
                                    HENDERSON of Rumford
                                    POIRIER of Skowhegan

_________________________________

(6-35) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-530) on RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Provide for the Popular Election of the Secretary of State

(H.P. 80) (L.D. 147)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    BALDACCI of Penobscot
                                    MARTIN of Oxford

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same RESOLUTION.

Signed:

Senator:
BEEBE-CENTER of Knox

_________________________________

(6-36) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-562) on 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)

Signed:

Senator:
MARTIN of Oxford

            Representatives:
                                    ADAMS of Lebanon
                                    GREENWOOD of Wales
                                    MATLACK of St. George
                                    POMERLEAU of Standish
                                    ROLLINS of Augusta
                                    TUELL of East Machias
                                    UNDERWOOD of Presque Isle

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Resolve.

Signed:

Senator:
BALDACCI of Penobscot

            Representatives:
                                    SALISBURY of Westbrook
                                    COPELAND of Saco
                                    FARRIN of Jefferson

_________________________________

(6-37) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-529) on RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Provide for the Popular Election of the Attorney General

(H.P. 82) (L.D. 149)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    BALDACCI of Penobscot
                                    MARTIN of Oxford

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same RESOLUTION.

Signed:

Senator:
BEEBE-CENTER of Knox

_________________________________

(6-38) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-561) on Bill "An Act to Promote Responsible Outdoor Lighting"

(H.P. 1295) (L.D. 1934)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    BALDACCI of Penobscot
                                    BEEBE-CENTER of Knox

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
MARTIN of Oxford

_________________________________

(6-39) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-559) on Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Regarding Legislative Reimbursement"

(H.P. 1312) (L.D. 1968)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    BALDACCI of Penobscot
                                    BEEBE-CENTER of Knox

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-560) on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
MARTIN of Oxford

_________________________________

(6-40) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-528) on RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Provide for the Popular Election of the Treasurer of State

(H.P. 83) (L.D. 150)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    BALDACCI of Penobscot
                                    MARTIN of Oxford

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same RESOLUTION.

Signed:

_________________________________

(6-41) Majority Report of the Committee on TAXATION reporting Ought Not to Passon Bill "An Act to Phase out the Sales and Use Tax"

(H.P. 989) (L.D. 1505)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    GROHOSKI of Hancock
                                    TIPPING of Penobscot

            Representatives:
                                    CLOUTIER of Lewiston
                                    CROCKETT of Portland
                                    FRIEDMANN of Bar Harbor
                                    LAVIGNE of Berwick
                                    MATLACK of St. George
                                    SAYRE of Kennebunk
                                    WHITE of Ellsworth

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-552) on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
BICKFORD of Androscoggin

            Representatives:
                                    QUINT of Hodgdon
                                    RUDNICKI of Fairfield
                                    SWALLOW of Houlton

_________________________________

(6-42) Majority Report of the Committee on TAXATION reporting Ought Not to Passon Bill "An Act to Eliminate Taxation on Health Care Spending"

(H.P. 1270) (L.D. 1899)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    GROHOSKI of Hancock
                                    TIPPING of Penobscot

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-550) on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
BICKFORD of Androscoggin

_________________________________

(6-43) Majority Report of the Committee on TRANSPORTATION reporting Ought Not to Passon Bill "An Act to Address Employee Recruitment and Retention Issues Within the Maine State Ferry Service by Providing a Yearly Stipend"

(H.P. 843) (L.D. 1268)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    NANGLE of Cumberland
                                    FARRIN of Somerset
                                    PIERCE of Cumberland

            Representatives:
                                    CRAFTS of Newcastle
                                    ALBERT of Madawaska
                                    BISHOP of Bucksport
                                    MASON of Lisbon
                                    PARRY of Arundel
                                    WHITE of Guilford

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-539) on same Bill.

Signed:

            Representatives:
                                    ANKELES of Brunswick
                                    EATON of Deer Isle
                                    MONTELL of Gardiner
                                    RAY of Lincolnville

_________________________________

(6-44) Majority Report of the Committee on TRANSPORTATION reporting Ought Not to Passon Resolve, Directing the Department of Transportation to Solicit Proposals for the Utilization of Unused State-owned Railroad Lines

(H.P. 1066) (L.D. 1612)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    NANGLE of Cumberland
                                    FARRIN of Somerset
                                    PIERCE of Cumberland

            Representatives:
                                    CRAFTS of Newcastle
                                    ALBERT of Madawaska
                                    ANKELES of Brunswick
                                    BISHOP of Bucksport
                                    EATON of Deer Isle
                                    MASON of Lisbon
                                    PARRY of Arundel
                                    RAY of Lincolnville
                                    WHITE of Guilford

Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-538) on same Resolve.

Signed:

Representative:
MONTELL of Gardiner

_________________________________

(6-45) Eight Members of the Committee on JUDICIARY report in Report "A" Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Protect Senior Homeowners in Home-sharing Agreements by Providing for an Expedited Eviction Process"

(H.P. 971) (L.D. 1479)

Signed:

            Senators:
                                    CARNEY of Cumberland
                                    TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland

Four Members of the same Committee report in Report "B" Refer to the Committee on Housing and Economic Development on same Bill.

Signed:

Senator:
HAGGAN of Penobscot

            Representatives:
                                    BABIN of Fort Fairfield
                                    CARUSO of Caratunk
                                    HENDERSON of Rumford

One Member of the same Committee reports in Report "C" Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-553) on same Bill.

Signed:

Representative:
POIRIER of Skowhegan

_________________________________

(6-46) Six Members of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT report in Report "A" Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-531) on RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Create Equity in State Senate Representation

(H.P. 216) (L.D. 316)

Signed:

Senator:
MARTIN of Oxford

Six Members of the same Committee report in Report "B" Ought Not to Pass on same RESOLUTION.

Signed:

Senator:
BALDACCI of Penobscot

_________________________________

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. 76) (L.D. 140) Bill "An Act to Incrementally Increase the Homestead Property Tax Exemption" Committee on TAXATION reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-280)

(7-2) (S.P. 81) (L.D. 145) Bill "An Act Pertaining to Sales and Use Tax Exemptions for Durable Medical Equipment, Breast Pumps and Mobility-enhancing Equipment" Committee on TAXATION reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-281)

(7-3) (S.P. 416) (L.D. 985) Bill "An Act to Impose a Moratorium on the Ownership or Operation of Hospitals in the State by Private Equity Companies or Real Estate Investment Trusts" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-299)

(7-4) (S.P. 438) (L.D. 1065) Bill "An Act Regarding the Reduction and Recycling of Food Waste" Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(S-279)

(7-5) (S.P. 533) (L.D. 1303) Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Qualifications for the State Auditor" Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(S-282)

(7-6) (S.P. 541) (L.D. 1311) Bill "An Act to Expand Maine's Health Care Workforce by Improving Educational Opportunities" Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-270)

(7-7) (S.P. 553) (L.D. 1339) Bill "An Act to Regulate Virtual Currency Kiosks" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-300)

(7-8) (S.P. 613) (L.D. 1529) Bill "An Act to Enhance the Protection of High-value Natural Resources Statewide" Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-271)

(7-9) (S.P. 645) (L.D. 1637) Bill "An Act to Reform the Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority" Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(S-293)

(7-10) (S.P. 647) (L.D. 1639) Bill "An Act to Codify Minimum Instructional Hours in the State's Schools" Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRSreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(S-275)

(7-11) (S.P. 679) (L.D. 1733) Bill "An Act to Provide Reduced Interest Rates for Logging and Fishing Operations" Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-294)

(7-12) (H.P. 176) (L.D. 273) Bill "An Act to Preserve Legislative Authority over Investigating Committees" Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-567)

(7-13) (H.P. 226) (L.D. 326) Bill "An Act to Increase the Property Tax Exemption Provided to Individuals Who Are Legally Blind" Committee on TAXATIONreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-524)

(7-14) (H.P. 454) (L.D. 715) Bill "An Act to Provide Property Tax Relief by Increasing the Availability of the Property Tax Fairness Credit Based on a Resident's Age and Income" Committee on TAXATION reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-525)

(7-15) (H.P. 543) (L.D. 857) Bill "An Act to Increase Government Transparency in the Procurement of Goods and Services" Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-568)

(7-16) (H.P. 681) (L.D. 1052) RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Establish the State Auditor as a Constitutional Officer Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-527)

(7-17) (H.P. 768) (L.D. 1163) Bill "An Act to Foster Career and Technical Education in Maine Schools by Creating an Additional Pathway to Certify Industrial Arts Teachers" Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-515)

(7-18) (H.P. 791) (L.D. 1186) Resolve, Directing the Department of Transportation to Study the Feasibility of Ferry Service to Monhegan Island Committee on TRANSPORTATIONreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-540)

(7-19) (H.P. 850) (L.D. 1275) Bill "An Act to Promote the Production of Natural Resources Bioproducts by Amending the Renewable Chemicals Tax Credit" Committee on TAXATION reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-547)

(7-20) (H.P. 884) (L.D. 1361) 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" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-536)

(7-21) (H.P. 1033) (L.D. 1575) Bill "An Act to Allow a Legislator to Choose to Be Paid on an Annual Basis" (EMERGENCY) Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-563)

(7-22) (H.P. 999) (L.D. 1515) Bill "An Act to Exempt Wheelchair Adapted Vehicles from the Sales and Use Tax" Committee on TAXATION reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-526)

(7-23) (H.P. 1038) (L.D. 1580) Bill "An Act to Prohibit Pharmacy Benefits Managers from Imposing Certain Fees and Pricing" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-543)

(7-24) (H.P. 1069) (L.D. 1615) Bill "An Act to Expand Access to Oral Health Care by Creating a New Path for Obtaining a License to Practice Dentistry" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-535)

(7-25) (H.P. 1154) (L.D. 1727) Bill "An Act to Ensure Transparency in Consumer Transactions Involving Artificial Intelligence" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-544)

(7-26) (H.P. 1179) (L.D. 1761) Bill "An Act to Prohibit Indemnification Agreements" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-545)

(7-27) (H.P. 1183) (L.D. 1764) Bill "An Act to Ensure Equitable Staffing Ratios Across the State for Career and Technical Education Programs in Areas with Smaller Student Populations" Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRSreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-514)

(7-28) (H.P. 1196) (L.D. 1785) Bill "An Act to Encourage Competition by Requiring Independent Health Care Provider Cost-of-living Adjustments in Health Insurance Contracts" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-534)

(7-29) (H.P. 1200) (L.D. 1789) Bill "An Act to Amend the Education and Experience Requirements and Add Reciprocity Privileges in the Certified Public Accountancy Licensure Laws" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-533)

(7-30) (H.P. 1205) (L.D. 1800) Bill "An Act to Prohibit Health Care Entities Providing Dental Plans from Requiring Dentists to Charge Fees for Uncovered Services" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-546)

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BILLS IN THE SECOND READING

Senate as Amended

(9-1) Bill "An Act Regarding the Voting Requirement to Extend the Date for Adjournment of the Legislature"

(S.P. 663) (L.D. 1668)
(C. "A" S-215)

Reported by the Committee on Bills in the Second Reading.

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ENACTORS

Emergency Measure

(10-1) An Act to Amend the Law Governing Facilities Approved by the State Harness Racing Commission to Sell Pari-mutuel Pools and Common Pari-mutuel Pools for Simulcast Racing

(H.P. 793) (L.D. 1188)
(C. "A" H-413)

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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Emergency Measure

(10-2) An Act to Amend the Law Governing Watercraft Franchisor Warranty Reimbursements

(S.P. 526) (L.D. 1296)
(C. "A" S-245)

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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Emergency Measure

(10-3) An Act to Facilitate the Reconstruction of Storm-damaged Commercial Fisheries Facilities and Infrastructure

(S.P. 734) (L.D. 1864)
(C. "A" S-246)

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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Emergency Measure

(10-4) Resolve, to Establish the Commission to Study the Impact of Blockchain Technology and Cryptocurrency on Maine's Economy and the Risks of Fraud and Theft to Maine Consumers

(S.P. 515) (L.D. 1286)
(C. "A" S-240)

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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Emergency Measure

(10-5) Resolve, to Establish the Housing Production Innovation Working Group

(S.P. 594) (L.D. 1453)
(C. "A" S-243)

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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Emergency Measure

(10-6) Resolve, to Establish the Commission to Study Consumer Grocery Pricing Fairness

(H.P. 1265) (L.D. 1894)
(C. "A" H-457)

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

(10-7) An Act to Offset the Costs of Client Medical Care Support Workers at Department of Corrections Facilities and Study Correctional Service Fees and Collections

(S.P. 30) (L.D. 18)
(C. "A" S-268)

(10-8) An Act to Amend the State Tax Laws

(H.P. 32) (L.D. 68)

(10-9) An Act to Update Certain Laws Regarding Extended Care and Adoption

(S.P. 43) (L.D. 122)
(C. "A" S-259)

(10-10) An Act to Address the Effect of Changes to Federal Income Tax Laws on Maine Income Tax Laws

(H.P. 144) (L.D. 221)
(C. "A" H-483)

(10-11) An Act to Establish the Option of Sentencing Alternatives for Primary Caregivers

(S.P. 112) (L.D. 246)
(C. "A" S-253)

(10-12) An Act Regarding the Authority of Municipalities to Regulate Timber Harvesting

(H.P. 164) (L.D. 261)
(H. "A" H-500 to C. "A" H-295)

(10-13) An Act to Protect Communications by Alleged Victims Regarding Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Misconduct, Cyberbullying or Discrimination from Litigation

(S.P. 154) (L.D. 385)

(10-14) An Act to Allow the Investment of Money Deposited with the Treasurer of State for the Maine Deer Management Fund

(H.P. 295) (L.D. 441)
(C. "A" H-478)

(10-15) An Act to Establish Net Neutrality

(H.P. 355) (L.D. 536)
(H. "A" H-506 to C. "A" H-439)

(10-16) An Act to Reimburse the City of Ellsworth for a Public Road to a New Court Facility in Hancock County

(H.P. 481) (L.D. 739)
(C. "A" H-472)

(10-17) An Act Regarding Access to Behavioral Health Supports for Adults with Certain Disabilities

(S.P. 327) (L.D. 769)
(C. "A" S-234)

(10-18) An Act to Fund the Aroostook County Drug Treatment Court

(S.P. 336) (L.D. 779)
(C. "A" S-258)

(10-19) An Act to Create the Net Energy Billing Cost Stabilization Fund

(S.P. 372) (L.D. 839)
(C. "A" S-223)

(10-20) An Act to Prohibit the Public Advocate and a Commissioner of the Public Utilities Commission from Certain Employment Activities Following Service

(H.P. 547) (L.D. 861)
(C. "A" H-476)

(10-21) An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Paid Family and Medical Leave

(S.P. 383) (L.D. 894)

(10-22) An Act to Clarify Licensing Jurisdiction for Manufactured Housing Communities

(H.P. 614) (L.D. 949)
(C. "A" H-491)

(10-23) An Act to Integrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander History into the Statewide System of Learning Results

(H.P. 616) (L.D. 957)
(C. "A" H-397)

(10-24) An Act to Include Employees of the Maine Indian Tribal-State Commission in the State's Group Health Plan and to Clarify Future Eligibility for the State's Group Health Plan

(H.P. 646) (L.D. 999)
(C. "A" H-482)

(10-25) An Act to Fund the Operations of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension Tick Laboratory

(S.P. 429) (L.D. 1012)
(C. "A" S-206)

(10-26) An Act to Strengthen the Law Regarding Relief for Improvident Transfers of Title

(S.P. 445) (L.D. 1027)

(10-27) An Act to Reinforce Free Speech at Town Meetings by Requiring Opportunity for Public Comment

(H.P. 713) (L.D. 1091)
(C. "A" H-509)

(10-28) An Act to Allow Electric Vehicle Charging Stations by Condominium and Residential Associations

(S.P. 457) (L.D. 1133)
(C. "A" S-257)

(10-29) An Act to Amend the Statutory Balance Limit on the Finance Authority of Maine's Loan Insurance Reserves for General Fund Transfers

(S.P. 497) (L.D. 1208)
(C. "A" S-244)

(10-30) An Act to Require Legislative Approval of Proposed Permanent Changes to the Overnight Docking of State Ferries on Islands

(H.P. 806) (L.D. 1231)
(C. "A" H-493)

(10-31) An Act to Establish the Make Change for Wildlife Program to Support the Maine Endangered and Nongame Wildlife Fund

(H.P. 816) (L.D. 1241)
(C. "A" H-480)

(10-32) An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Public Employee Market Pay Studies and Comprehensive Reviews of the Classification Plan for State Service Positions

(H.P. 840) (L.D. 1265)
(C. "A" H-435)

(10-33) An Act to Increase Access to Child Care for Maine Families

(H.P. 937) (L.D. 1428)
(C. "A" H-508)

(10-34) An Act Regarding the Transfer of Moose Permits to Disabled Veterans

(H.P. 939) (L.D. 1430)
(C. "A" H-481)

(10-35) An Act to Amend the Membership of the Washington County Budget Advisory Committee

(S.P. 626) (L.D. 1542)
(C. "A" S-266)

(10-36) An Act Regarding Disability Retirement Benefits Under the Maine Public Employees Retirement System

(S.P. 646) (L.D. 1638)
(C. "A" S-261)

(10-37) An Act to Require Law Enforcement Agencies to Adopt Written Policies Regarding Sex Trafficking and Commercial Sexual Exploitation

(H.P. 1130) (L.D. 1695)
(C. "A" H-495)

(10-38) An Act to Increase Penalties to Deter Violations of the Laws Regarding Improper Pesticide Use

(H.P. 1132) (L.D. 1697)
(C. "A" H-486)

(10-39) An Act to Enhance the Coordination and Effectiveness of Integrated Distribution Grid Planning

(H.P. 1153) (L.D. 1726)
(C. "A" H-438)

(10-40) An Act to Provide an Income Tax Deduction for Certain Contributions to a Qualified Achieving a Better Life Experience Program Account

(S.P. 681) (L.D. 1735)
(C. "A" S-263)

(10-41) An Act to Strengthen Oversight of Kennels by Changing the Licensing Authority from Municipalities to the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry

(S.P. 689) (L.D. 1771)
(H. "A" H-488 to C. "A" S-220)

(10-42) An Act to Increase Seed Money Contribution Limits for Gubernatorial Candidates Under the Maine Clean Election Act

(H.P. 1198) (L.D. 1787)
(C. "A" H-414)

(10-43) An Act to Make Technical Changes to the Laws Governing the Maine Commission on Public Defense Services

(S.P. 700) (L.D. 1801)
(C. "A" S-250)

(10-44) An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Maine Commission on Public Defense Services to Clarify When an Indigent Criminal Defendant Is Entitled to Counsel at State Expense

(S.P. 701) (L.D. 1802)
(C. "A" S-249)

(10-45) An Act Regarding the Brunswick Naval Air Station Job Increment Financing Fund

(H.P. 1217) (L.D. 1819)
(H. "A" H-520 to C. "A" H-504)

(10-46) An Act to Clarify the Availability of Alternative Claims Payment Methods to Dental Care Providers

(S.P. 716) (L.D. 1834)
(C. "A" S-239)

(10-47) An Act to Expand the State's Workforce by Supporting the Transition from Incarceration to Employment

(H.P. 1228) (L.D. 1844)
(C. "A" H-499)

(10-48) An Act to Implement Recommendations for Improved Dam Safety

(H.P. 1232) (L.D. 1848)
(C. "A" H-498)

(10-49) An Act to Improve Access to Child Care and Early Childhood Education by Establishing Regional Resource Hubs

(S.P. 729) (L.D. 1859)
(C. "A" S-265)

(10-50) An Act to Include Serious Bodily Injury in the Law Governing Motor Vehicle Violations Resulting in Death

(H.P. 1257) (L.D. 1886)
(C. "A" H-497)

(10-51) An Act to Bring Parity to the State's Recognition of the Wabanaki Nations' Authority to Provide Electric Power Districts and Child Support Enforcement

(H.P. 1271) (L.D. 1900)

(10-52) An Act Regarding the Authority of the Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation and the Licensing Boards and Commissions Within That Office to Pursue Complaints

(S.P. 746) (L.D. 1905)
(C. "A" S-238)

(10-53) An Act to Clarify the Laws Relating to the Licensure of Certain Facilities by the Department of Health and Human Services

(S.P. 768) (L.D. 1961)
(C. "A" S-236)

Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.

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Resolves

(10-54) Resolve, Directing the Department of Education to Develop a Grant Program to Encourage Secondary Schools to Adopt Later Start Times

(S.P. 182) (L.D. 396)
(S. "A" S-235 to C. "A" S-217)

(10-55) Resolve, to Direct the County Corrections Professional Standards Council to Examine Funding of and Compliance by County and Regional Jails

(H.P. 458) (L.D. 719)
(C. "A" H-494)

(10-56) Resolve, to Establish a Working Group to Facilitate Public Access and Resilience Planning for Swan Island

(H.P. 636) (L.D. 976)
(C. "A" H-479)

(10-57) Resolve, to Create a Pilot Program to Assist Nonprofit Housing Developers in Rehabilitating Existing Aging Housing Stock for First-time Home Buyers

(H.P. 772) (L.D. 1167)
(C. "A" H-492)

(10-58) Resolve, Directing the Board of Pesticides Control to Evaluate the Impact of Neonicotinoids on Pollinators, Humans and the Environment

(H.P. 858) (L.D. 1323)
(H. "A" H-507 to C. "A" H-347)

(10-59) Resolve, Directing the Department of Transportation to Establish the Maine Coordinating Working Group on Access and Mobility

(S.P. 592) (L.D. 1451)
(C. "A" S-262)

(10-60) Resolve, Directing the Department of Marine Resources to Submit a Report on the Findings and Recommendations of the Aquaculture Advisory Council

(H.P. 1054) (L.D. 1596)
(C. "A" H-463)

(10-61) Resolve, to Honor Margaret Chase Smith and Joshua Chamberlain in the National Statuary Hall Collection

(S.P. 656) (L.D. 1648)
(H. "A" H-429 to C. "A" S-202)

Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.

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ORDERS OF THE DAY

HOUSE CALENDAR
MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2025

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

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 Recognizing Rachel Eastman Feeley, of Auburn

(HLS 160)

TABLED - April 1, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative SMITH of Palermo.

PENDING - PASSAGE.

2. 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)

3. SENATE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (5) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-75) - Committee on TAXATION on Bill "An Act to Increase the Total Amount of Credits Authorized Under the Maine Seed Capital Tax Credit Program"

(S.P. 52) (L.D. 125)

- In Senate, Minority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-75).

TABLED - May 20, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative CLOUTIER of Lewiston.

PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.

4. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing the Winthrop/Maranacook Field Hockey Team, of Winthrop

(HLS 265)

TABLED - May 22, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative HASENFUS of Readfield.

PENDING - PASSAGE.

5. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (9) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (4) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-329) - Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS on 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)

TABLED - June 2, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative SUPICA of Bangor.

PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.

6. SENATE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (7) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (6) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-59) - Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES on Bill "An Act to Exempt Nonprofit Agricultural Membership Organizations from Insurance Requirements"

(S.P. 381) (L.D. 893)

- In House, House RECONSIDEREDits former action whereby the Bill was PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-59) on June 2, 2025.

- In Senate, Minority (6) OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-59) in NON-CONCURRENCE.

PENDING - PASSAGE TO BE ENGROSSED. (Roll Call Ordered)

7. Bill "An Act to Stabilize and Sustainably Fund the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, Fisheries and Hatcheries Division by Increasing the Inland Fishing License Fees and Establishing the Inland Fisheries Conservation and Enhancement Fund"

(H.P. 41) (L.D. 77)

- In House, Majority (7) OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-323) on May 29, 2025.

- In Senate, Minority (5) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFEREAD and ACCEPTED in NON-CONCURRENCE.

TABLED - June 3, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.

PENDING - FURTHER CONSIDERATION.

8. Bill "An Act to Make Student Transfer Agreements Renew Automatically Except in Certain Circumstances"

(H.P. 141) (L.D. 218)

- In House, Majority (9) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRSREAD and ACCEPTED on May 22, 2025.

- In Senate, Minority (4) OUGHT TO PASS Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS READand ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED in NON-CONCURRENCE.

TABLED - June 3, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.

PENDING - FURTHER CONSIDERATION.

9. SENATE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (10) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-158) - Minority (2) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFEon Bill "An Act to Protect the Right to Harvest Wildlife"

(S.P. 559) (L.D. 1343)

- In Senate, Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-158) AS AMENDED BY SENATE AMENDMENT "A" (S-184) thereto.

TABLED - June 3, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick.

PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.

10. HOUSE REPORT - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-442) - Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES on Bill "An Act to Establish the Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Prevention and Support Program"

(H.P. 1112) (L.D. 1677)

TABLED - June 3, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.

PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF COMMITTEE REPORT.

11. Resolve, Directing the Department of Economic and Community Development to Convene a Working Group to Review the Process of Setting Impact Fees (EMERGENCY)

(H.P. 821) (L.D. 1246)
(C. "A" H-392)

TABLED - June 3, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative GERE of Kennebunkport.

PENDING - FINAL PASSAGE.

12. SENATE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A"(11) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-160)- Report "B" (1) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (S-161) - Report "C" (1) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act to Clarify Residency Requirements for and Provide Funding to the Maine School of Science and Mathematics"

(S.P. 347) (L.D. 787)

- In Senate, Report "A" OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED READ and ACCEPTEDand the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A"(S-160) AS AMENDED BY SENATE AMENDMENT "A" (S-226) thereto.

TABLED - June 3, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative MURPHY of Scarborough.

PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF ANY REPORT.

13. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Kathy Littlefield, of Waldo

(HLS 351)

TABLED - June 4, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative HYMES of Waldo.

PENDING - PASSAGE.

14. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Shirley Caler, of Waldo

(HLS 352)

TABLED - June 4, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative HYMES of Waldo.

PENDING - PASSAGE.

15. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (9) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-456) - Minority (3) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTon Bill "An Act to Prohibit Mandatory Parking Space Minimums in State and Municipal Building Codes"

(H.P. 281) (L.D. 427)

TABLED - June 4, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative GERE of Kennebunkport.

PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.

16. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-465) - Minority (4) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on LABOR on Bill "An Act to Reinvest in the Pension Funds of the Maine Public Employees Retirement System"

(H.P. 1243) (L.D. 1872)

TABLED - June 4, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative ROEDER of Bangor.

PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.

17. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-393) - Minority (5) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRSon Bill "An Act to Create Economic Opportunity for the Wabanaki Nations Through Internet Gaming"

(H.P. 769) (L.D. 1164)

TABLED - June 4, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative SUPICA of Bangor.

PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.

18. An Act to Decriminalize Personal Possession of Therapeutic Amounts of Psilocybin for Adults

(H.P. 663) (L.D. 1034)

TABLED - June 4, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.

PENDING - PASSAGE TO BE ENACTED. (Roll Call Ordered)

19. An Act to Provide for the Direct Shipment of Spirits to Consumers

(H.P. 1172) (L.D. 1754)
(C. "A" H-385)

TABLED - June 4, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.

PENDING - PASSAGE TO BE ENACTED. (Roll Call Ordered)

20. SENATE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A"(6) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-252)- Report "B" (6) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT on Bill "An Act to Create the Small Business Capital Savings Account Program"

(S.P. 95) (L.D. 195)

- In Senate, Report "A" OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED READ and ACCEPTEDand the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-252).

TABLED - June 5, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.

PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.

21. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (7) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-466) - Minority (4) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on LABOR on Bill "An Act to Allow Teachers to Qualify for Overtime Pay"

(H.P. 421) (L.D. 653)

TABLED - June 5, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative ROEDER of Bangor.

PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.

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