121st Maine Legislature
Office of Fiscal and Program Review
LD 749
RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine To Control State Spending Based on Certain Guidelines     
LR 0242(01)
Fiscal Note for Original Bill
Sponsor: Rep. Andrews of York
Committee: Appropriations and Financial Affairs
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
   
             
Fiscal Note
Current biennium cost increase - General Fund
Referendum Costs Month/Year Election Type Question Length
Nov-03 General Referendum Standard
The Secretary of State's budget includes sufficient funds to accommodate one ballot of average length for the general election in November. If the number or size of the referendum questions increases the ballot length, an additional appropriation of $8,000 or more may be required. 
Fiscal Detail and Notes
If approved by the voters, this bill may result in the reduction or elimination of some programs within state government to stay within the proposed General Fund expenditures ceiling.