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The House CalendarThe Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives 21st Legislative Day Tuesday, March 12, 2019
Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Pastor Steve Smith, Orono United Methodist Church.
National Anthem by Nick Sutton, South Portland.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Doctor of the day, Elisabeth Mock, M.D., Holden.
Reading of the Journal of Thursday, March 7, 2019. _________________________________
(1-1) Bill "An Act To Acknowledge Potable Water as a Necessity" (S.P. 341) (L.D. 1121)
Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES and ordered printed.
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(1-2) Bill "An Act To Account for Market Change in the Adult Use Marijuana Excise Tax" (H.P. 799) (L.D. 1076)
REFERRED to the Committee on TAXATION in the House on March 5, 2019.
Comes from the Senate REFERRED to the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS in NON-CONCURRENCE.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 102)
STATE OF MAINE 129TH MAINE LEGISLATURE
February 11, 2019
Dave Daigler, President Maine Community College System 131 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear President Daigler:
We are pleased to invite you to address a Joint Session of the 129th Legislature on March 14 at 11:00 a.m., concerning the State of the Maine Community College System and any other matters that you may care to bring to our attention.
On the same day following your address, James H. Page, Chancellor of the University of Maine System and William J. Brennan, President of the Maine Maritime Academy, will be addressing the Joint Convention.
We look forward to seeing you then.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
S/Sara Gideon Speaker of the House
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.C. 103)
MAINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT 323 STATE STREET, AUGUSTA, MAINE 04330-7131
February 11, 2019
Honorable Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate 129th Maine Legislature 3 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Honorable Sara Gideon Speaker of the House 129th Maine Legislature 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear President Jackson and Speaker Gideon:
Thank you for your invitation to address the Joint Session of the 129th Maine Legislature on Tuesday, March 14, 2019, regarding the State of the Maine Community College System. I accept your invitation and appreciate the opportunity to share with you our recent accomplishments and future goals.
Sincerely yours,
S/David Daigler President
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (H.C. 104)
STATE OF MAINE 129TH MAINE LEGISLATURE
February 11, 2019
James H. Page, Chancellor University of Maine System 16 Central Street Bangor, Maine 04401
Dear Chancellor Page:
We are pleased to invite you to address a Joint Convention of the 129th Maine Legislature on March 14 at 11:00 a.m., concerning the State of the University of Maine System and any other matters that you may care to bring to our attention. You will address the Joint Convention following Dave Daigler, President of the Maine Community College System.
On the same day following your address, William J. Brennan, President of the Maine Maritime Academy, will be addressing the Joint Convention.
We look forward to seeing you then.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
S/Sara Gideon Speaker of the House
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(2-4) The Following Communication: (H.C. 105)
UNIVERSITY OF MAINE SYSTEM OFFICE OF THE CHANCELLOR 15 ESTABROOKE DRIVE ORONO, MAINE 04469
February 12, 2019
Honorable Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate 3 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Honorable Sara Gideon Speaker of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear President Jackson and Speaker Gideon:
Thank you for your generous invitation to address a Joint Session of the 129th Maine Legislature.
I look forward to speaking to you and your distinguished colleagues on the State of the University of Maine System on Thursday, March 14 at 11 a.m. I am especially pleased to share the incredible progress the University has made in the two years since I addressed the 128th Legislature in expanding access to postsecondary education to learners of all ages, developing the state's future workforce, and serving as Maine's largest and strongest public partner in advancing our students, communities and economy.
I look forward to seeing you on March 14 and again, thank you for this opportunity.
Sincerely,
S/James H. Page, Chancellor University of Maine System
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(2-5) The Following Communication: (H.C. 106)
STATE OF MAINE 129TH MAINE LEGISLATURE
February 11, 2019
William J. Brennan, President Maine Maritime Academy Box C-03 Castine, Maine 04420
Dear President Brennan:
We are pleased to invite you to address a Joint Session of the 129th Maine Legislature on March 14 at 11 a.m., concerning the State of the Maine Maritime Academy and any other matters that you may care to bring to our attention.
You will address the Joint Convention following Dave Daigler, President of the Maine Community College System, and James H. Page, Chancellor of the University of Maine System.
We look forward to seeing you then.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
S/Sara Gideon Speaker of the House
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(2-6) The Following Communication: (H.C. 107)
MAINE MARITIME ACADEMY OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT 1 PLEASANT STREET CASTINE, MAINE 04420
February 14, 2019
Honorable Troy D. Jackson, President Honorable Sara Gideon, Speaker 129th Maine Legislature State House Station #2 and #3 Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear President Jackson and Speaker Gideon:
Thank you for your very kind invitation to address the Joint Session of the 129th Maine Legislature on March 14. I am honored by this and I certainly accept your invitation.
As you both know, the passing of Susan Mitchell last year was a tragic loss for the Maine Maritime Academy family and we have still not fully come to terms with the void she has left in our State House representation. If I have overlooked anything that you feel important and necessarily deserving of my attention, please do not hesitate to let me know. I do hope to have an opportunity to visit with you sometime prior to the 14th and will contact your offices for that purpose in the near future.
In the meantime, I do wish you both well as you manage the affairs of the Legislature with the best interest of the People of Maine at heart.
Fond regards,
S/Dr. William J. Brennan President
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(2-7) The Following Communication: (H.C. 110)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
March 12, 2019
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under 22 MRSA, Subtitle 3, Part 3, Ch. 1058, §3883 (2) (B), I have appointed Representative Margaret Craven of Lewiston to the Maine Children's Trust Incorporated effective immediately.
Please contact my office if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Sara Gideon Speaker of the House
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(2-8) The Following Communication: (H.C. 108)
STATE OF MAINE CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
March 12, 2019
Honorable Sara Gideon Speaker of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Speaker Gideon:
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Pluecker of Warren, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw":
L.D. 101 An Act To Reestablish the Pesticide Notification Registry
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-9) The Following Communication: (H.C. 109)
CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
March 12, 2019
Honorable Sara Gideon Speaker of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Speaker Gideon:
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the following Joint Standing Committees have voted unanimously to report the following bills out "Ought Not to Pass:"
Criminal Justice and Public Safety L.D. 159 An Act To Require Cameras in Ambulances When a Patient Is Being Transported L.D. 263 An Act To Prohibit Certain Sex Offenders from Establishing Residence in Certain Multiunit Residential Buildings in which Minors Reside Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services L.D. 429 An Act To Improve the Ability of Mental Health Professionals To Assess the Risk of Suicide L.D. 558 An Act To Amend the Continuing Education Requirements for Prescribers of Opioid Medication L.D. 616 An Act To Create Uniform Practices for Medicare Beneficiaries in Small Group Plans Taxation L.D. 43 RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine To Dedicate All Sales Taxes from All Vehicle Sales and Vehicle-related Sales to the Highway Fund for Roads and Bridge Capital Improvements L.D. 146 An Act To Make the Assessment and Collection of Personal Property Taxes Optional for Municipalities
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt
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PETITIONS, BILLS AND RESOLVES REQUIRING REFERENCE (3-1) Bill "An Act To Provide Preventive Counseling to Firefighters and Emergency Medical Services' Persons as Part of Their Training" (H.P. 862) (L.D. 1188)
Sponsored by Representative GRIFFIN of Levant. Cosponsored by Senator GUERIN of Penobscot and Representatives: DOLLOFF of Rumford, FECTEAU of Augusta, GROHOSKI of Ellsworth, JAVNER of Chester, TUELL of East Machias, Senator: MOORE of Washington. (3-2) Resolve, To Direct the Commissioner of Corrections To Study Changes in Corrections Practices and Reinvestment in Corrections Resources To Reduce Recidivism and Control Correctional Facility Costs (H.P. 874) (L.D. 1210)
Sponsored by Representative TALBOT ROSS of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator CARPENTER of Aroostook and Representatives: BAILEY of Saco, COOPER of Yarmouth, HICKMAN of Winthrop, MORALES of South Portland, RECKITT of South Portland, WARREN of Hallowell, Senators: MOORE of Washington, ROSEN of Hancock. (3-3) Bill "An Act To Allow Deductions from Prison Sentences for Rehabilitative Activities" (H.P. 881) (L.D. 1221)
Sponsored by Representative TALBOT ROSS of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator CLAXTON of Androscoggin and Representatives: BAILEY of Saco, COOPER of Yarmouth, DeVEAU of Caribou, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, MORALES of South Portland, RECKITT of South Portland, WARREN of Hallowell, Senator: CARPENTER of Aroostook. Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-4) Bill "An Act To Improve School Safety by Requiring Law Enforcement Visits" (H.P. 856) (L.D. 1182)
Sponsored by Representative HUTCHINS of Penobscot. Cosponsored by Senator DOW of Lincoln and Representatives: BABBIDGE of Kennebunk, BERRY of Bowdoinham, LYFORD of Eddington, McCREIGHT of Harpswell, SAMPSON of Alfred, STEARNS of Guilford, Senator: ROSEN of Hancock. Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-5) Bill "An Act To Reduce Electricity Costs through Nonwires Alternatives" (H.P. 855) (L.D. 1181)
Sponsored by Representative BERRY of Bowdoinham. Cosponsored by Representative HUBBELL of Bar Harbor, Senator LAWRENCE of York and Representatives: CAIAZZO of Scarborough, DENK of Kennebunk, DOUDERA of Camden, GROHOSKI of Ellsworth, HUTCHINS of Penobscot, NEWELL of the Passamaquoddy Tribe, SHARPE of Durham, Senator: LIBBY of Androscoggin. (3-6) Bill "An Act To Exempt Agricultural Fairs from the Assessment of Demand Charges for Electricity" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 860) (L.D. 1186)
Sponsored by Representative HIGGINS of Dover-Foxcroft. Cosponsored by Senator GRATWICK of Penobscot and Representatives: ACKLEY of Monmouth, DENNO of Cumberland, KINNEY of Knox, PEBWORTH of Blue Hill, STEWART of Presque Isle, WADSWORTH of Hiram, Senators: MIRAMANT of Knox, WOODSOME of York. (3-7) Bill "An Act To Improve Aboveground Utilities' Responsiveness to Public Interests" (H.P. 870) (L.D. 1206)
Sponsored by Representative BEEBE-CENTER of Rockland. Cosponsored by Senator WOODSOME of York and Representatives: BERRY of Bowdoinham, CAIAZZO of Scarborough, DOUDERA of Camden. Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-8) Bill "An Act To Address the Needs of Children with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder" (H.P. 852) (L.D. 1178)
Sponsored by Representative STOVER of Boothbay. Cosponsored by Representatives: CRAVEN of Lewiston, HEPLER of Woolwich, MADIGAN of Waterville, MEYER of Eliot, PEBWORTH of Blue Hill, PERRY of Calais, TALBOT ROSS of Portland, WARREN of Hallowell. (3-9) Resolve, To Establish the Task Force To Better Coordinate the Protection of Vulnerable Populations (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 854) (L.D. 1180)
Sponsored by Representative BERRY of Bowdoinham. Cosponsored by Senator GRATWICK of Penobscot and Representatives: BRENNAN of Portland, CRAVEN of Lewiston, DENK of Kennebunk, MORALES of South Portland, NEWELL of the Passamaquoddy Tribe, WARREN of Hallowell, Senators: CARPENTER of Aroostook, MOORE of Washington. (3-10) Bill "An Act To Facilitate Intervention by and Provision of Services through the Department of Health and Human Services for Certain Families Affected by Substance Use" (H.P. 859) (L.D. 1185)
Sponsored by Representative BRENNAN of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator MILLETT of Cumberland and Representatives: CRAVEN of Lewiston, EVANGELOS of Friendship, FARNSWORTH of Portland, FECTEAU of Biddeford, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, MASTRACCIO of Sanford, PERRY of Calais, WARREN of Hallowell. (3-11) Resolve, To Develop a Plan To Improve Service Delivery to Individuals Receiving Medicaid Home and Community-based Services (H.P. 866) (L.D. 1202)
Sponsored by Representative FARNSWORTH of Portland. Cosponsored by Representatives: BRENNAN of Portland, COOPER of Yarmouth, CRAVEN of Lewiston, CROCKETT of Portland, HANDY of Lewiston, MADIGAN of Waterville, PERRY of Calais, RECKITT of South Portland. (3-12) Bill "An Act To Allow Maine Medical Marijuana Caregivers To Measure Cultivation Limits by Plant Canopy Size" (H.P. 878) (L.D. 1218)
Sponsored by Representative COREY of Windham. Cosponsored by Senator ROSEN of Hancock and Representatives: PICKETT of Dixfield, SHARPE of Durham, TALBOT ROSS of Portland, WARREN of Hallowell, Senator: DESCHAMBAULT of York. Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-13) Bill "An Act To Expand Coyote Hunting to Every Day of the Coyote Hunting Season and To Eliminate Fees" (H.P. 853) (L.D. 1179)
Sponsored by Representative McCREA of Fort Fairfield. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook and Representatives: COLLINGS of Portland, DeVEAU of Caribou, DODGE of Belfast, DOORE of Augusta, MARTIN of Sinclair, STANLEY of Medway, STEWART of Presque Isle, VEROW of Brewer. Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-14) Bill "An Act To Adopt the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act" (H.P. 876) (L.D. 1212)
Sponsored by Representative CARDONE of Bangor. Cosponsored by Senator CARPENTER of Aroostook and Representative: HARNETT of Gardiner. (3-15) Bill "An Act To Establish an Independent Board To Review Law Enforcement Officer-involved Deaths" (H.P. 879) (L.D. 1219)
Sponsored by Representative EVANGELOS of Friendship. Cosponsored by Senator LIBBY of Androscoggin and Representatives: COLLINGS of Portland, PLUECKER of Warren, RECKITT of South Portland, RISEMAN of Harrison, TALBOT ROSS of Portland, WARREN of Hallowell, Senators: CHIPMAN of Cumberland, MIRAMANT of Knox. Committee on JUDICIARY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-16) Bill "An Act Regarding Penalties for Early Retirement for Certain Members of the Maine Public Employees Retirement System" (H.P. 858) (L.D. 1184)
Sponsored by Representative DOORE of Augusta. Cosponsored by Senator BELLOWS of Kennebec and Representatives: BRYANT of Windham, CUDDY of Winterport, FECTEAU of Biddeford, MADIGAN of Waterville, NADEAU of Winslow, SYLVESTER of Portland. (3-17) Bill "An Act To Create a Low-barrier, Permanent Housing Rental Subsidy for Individuals in the State Experiencing Long-term Homelessness" (H.P. 865) (L.D. 1201)
Sponsored by Representative FARNSWORTH of Portland. Cosponsored by Representatives: BRENNAN of Portland, COOPER of Yarmouth, CRAVEN of Lewiston, CROCKETT of Portland, HANDY of Lewiston, MADIGAN of Waterville, PERRY of Calais, RECKITT of South Portland. (3-18) Bill "An Act To Clarify the Retirement Presumption under the Maine Workers' Compensation Act of 1992" (H.P. 867) (L.D. 1203)
Sponsored by Representative SYLVESTER of Portland. (3-19) Bill "An Act To Eliminate the Cap on Weekly Benefits in Workers' Compensation Cases" (H.P. 868) (L.D. 1204)
Sponsored by Representative SYLVESTER of Portland. (3-20) Bill "An Act To Allow Full Retirement Benefits under the Maine Workers' Compensation Act of 1992" (H.P. 869) (L.D. 1205)
Sponsored by Representative SYLVESTER of Portland. (3-21) Bill "An Act To Expand the 1998 Special Retirement Plan To Include Detectives in the Office of Investigations within the Department of the Secretary of State, Bureau of Motor Vehicles" (H.P. 871) (L.D. 1207)
Sponsored by Representative NADEAU of Winslow. Cosponsored by Senator CYRWAY of Kennebec and Representatives: CAMPBELL of Orrington, DOORE of Augusta, HARRINGTON of Sanford, PICKETT of Dixfield, SKOLFIELD of Weld, TUCKER of Brunswick. (3-22) Bill "An Act To Expand the 1998 Special Retirement Plan To Include Detectives in the Office of the Attorney General" (H.P. 872) (L.D. 1208)
Sponsored by Representative NADEAU of Winslow. Cosponsored by Senator CYRWAY of Kennebec and Representatives: CAMPBELL of Orrington, DOORE of Augusta, HARRINGTON of Sanford, PICKETT of Dixfield, SKOLFIELD of Weld, TUCKER of Brunswick. (3-23) Bill "An Act To Protect Farm Workers by Allowing Them To Organize for the Purpose of Collective Bargaining" (H.P. 875) (L.D. 1211)
Sponsored by Representative HARNETT of Gardiner. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook and Representatives: EVANGELOS of Friendship, HICKMAN of Winthrop, PLUECKER of Warren, SYLVESTER of Portland, TALBOT ROSS of Portland, Senators: BELLOWS of Kennebec, CARPENTER of Aroostook, MIRAMANT of Knox. (3-24) Bill "An Act To Remove Certain Restrictions Imposed on Retired State Employees Who Return to Work as Educators" (H.P. 880) (L.D. 1220)
Sponsored by Representative STEARNS of Guilford. Cosponsored by Representatives: HIGGINS of Dover-Foxcroft, KORNFIELD of Bangor, MILLETT of Waterford, Senator: DAVIS of Piscataquis. Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-25) Bill "An Act To Require Legislative Hearings on Citizen-initiated Legislation" (H.P. 873) (L.D. 1209)
Sponsored by Representative BRADSTREET of Vassalboro. Cosponsored by Senator TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, CAMPBELL of Orrington, KESCHL of Belgrade, LOCKMAN of Bradley, TUELL of East Machias. Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-26) Bill "An Act Regarding Electric Bicycles" (H.P. 882) (L.D. 1222)
Sponsored by Representative RYKERSON of Kittery. Cosponsored by Senator GRATWICK of Penobscot and Representatives: DAUGHTRY of Brunswick, DENNO of Cumberland, DODGE of Belfast, MEYER of Eliot, Senator: CHIPMAN of Cumberland. Committee on TRANSPORTATION suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-27) Bill "An Act To Apply the Same Auditing Standards to All Candidates and Political Action Committees" (H.P. 861) (L.D. 1187)
Sponsored by Representative RISEMAN of Harrison. Cosponsored by Senator CHENETTE of York and Representatives: ACKLEY of Monmouth, BEEBE-CENTER of Rockland, DODGE of Belfast, DOUDERA of Camden, EVANGELOS of Friendship, HIGGINS of Dover-Foxcroft, PEBWORTH of Blue Hill, PLUECKER of Warren. (3-28) Bill "An Act To Repeal the Ranked-choice Voting Law" (H.P. 877) (L.D. 1213)
Sponsored by Representative STETKIS of Canaan. Cosponsored by Senator GUERIN of Penobscot and Representatives: CAMPBELL of Orrington, DRINKWATER of Milford, HANINGTON of Lincoln, HEAD of Bethel, HUTCHINS of Penobscot, O'CONNOR of Berwick, REED of Carmel, WADSWORTH of Hiram.
Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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Pursuant to Statute
(3-29) Representative McLEAN for the Maine Turnpike Authority pursuant to the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 23, section 1961, subsection 6 asks leave to report that the accompanying Bill "An Act To Make Allocations from Maine Turnpike Authority Funds for the Maine Turnpike Authority for the Calendar Year Ending December 31, 2020" (H.P. 863) (L.D. 1189)
Be REFERRED to the Committee on TRANSPORTATION and printed pursuant to Joint Rule 218.
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(4-1) On motion of Representative CARDONE of Bangor, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 864) (Cosponsored by Senator CARPENTER of Aroostook and Representatives: BABBIDGE of Kennebunk, BAILEY of Saco, HAGGAN of Hampden, HARNETT of Gardiner, RECKITT of South Portland, TALBOT ROSS of Portland, Senator: KEIM of Oxford)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING ACCESS TO JUSTICE DAY PRESENTED BY MAINE'S JUSTICE ACTION GROUP
WHEREAS, 2019 marks the 24th anniversary of Maine's Justice Action Group, a judge-led coalition of leaders from Maine's legal community who are passionate about helping all Maine people have access to civil justice; and
WHEREAS, the coalition members include representatives of the state and federal judiciary, the Legislature, nonprofit civil legal aid providers, the University of Maine School of Law, the Maine Justice Foundation, the Maine State Bar Association, the Maine Trial Lawyers Association, private practice attorneys and others;and
WHEREAS, key initiator Judge Frank Coffin described the Justice Action Group as a catalyst, something introduced in small quantities that produces great change, and the Justice Action Group has been an advocate for equal access to justice since 1995;and
WHEREAS, equal access to justice is a bedrock principle of a free, constitutional society, but no system of laws and constitutional protections can be effective if only those who can afford private advocates have access to justice; and
WHEREAS, since justice is meted out in the legislative, judicial and executive branches of government, it is important to provide for access to justice in all branches of State Government;and
WHEREAS, providing equal access to justice has tangible, widespread benefits for Maine's families, children, schools, communities, businesses, charities and government; and
WHEREAS, legal issues profoundly affect basic human needs such as shelter, sustenance, safety from violence, health and child protection; and
WHEREAS, the need for civil legal aid and pro bono representation for low-income and vulnerable Maine people remains acute; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Twenty-ninth Legislature now assembled in the First Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, pause on this 2019 Access to Justice Day to acknowledge and express our appreciation and strong support for Maine's civil legal aid providers and private practice attorneys who provide pro bono services for those otherwise unable to afford legal representation; and be it further
RESOLVED: That a suitable copy of this resolution, duly authenticated by the Secretary of State, be transmitted to the Justice Action Group.
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SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR
In accordance with House Rule 519 and Joint Rule 213, the following items: Recognizing: (5-1) the Friends of Wilson Lake, of Wilton, which was named the 2018 Lake Association of the Year by the Maine Lakes Society for being a leader in lake protection and inspiring other lake associations to be proactive in protecting the State's valuable freshwater resources. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 101)
(5-2) Jason Madore, of Fort Kent, who received the 2018 Firefighter of the Year award from the Fort Kent Fire Department. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 102)
(5-3) the Biddeford High School Field Hockey Team, of Biddeford, which won the Class A State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 103)
(5-4) the Biddeford High School Cheerleading Team, which won the Class A State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 104)
(5-5) James Bergeron, of Dallas Plantation, who received the 2018 Outstanding Conservation Cooperator of the Year award from the Franklin County Soil and Water Conservation District. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 105)
(5-6) Mary Lowe, of Houlton, who is retiring as a Department of Health and Human Services Caseworker in the Office of Aging and Disability Services after 39 years of service working with adults with developmental disabilities. Well-liked by consumers, providers and co-workers, she has worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life for those she has served and to help them achieve their dreams. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 106)
(5-7) Nicholas Anthony Shelton, of China, a member of Troop No. 479, who has attained the high rank and distinction of Eagle Scout. This is the highest award in Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 117) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of China. Cosponsored by Senator POULIOT of Kennebec.
(5-8) Alexander Joseph Stewart, of Augusta, a member of Troop No. 479, who has attained the high rank and distinction of Eagle Scout. This is the highest award in Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 118) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of China. Cosponsored by Senator POULIOT of Kennebec, Representative BRADSTREET of Vassalboro, Representative DOORE of Augusta, Representative FECTEAU of Augusta.
(5-9) the Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School Girls Varsity Basketball Team, of South Paris, which won the Class AA State Championship. Members of the team include Cassidy Dumont, Ella Kellogg, Ceceila Dieterich, Maggie Hartnett, Brooke Carson, Jade Smedberg, Julia Colby, Jadah Adams, Bailey Whitney and Viktoria Sugars; assistant coaches Matt Corbett, Cimeron Colby and Crystal West; and varsity coach Nate Pelletier. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 119) Presented by Representative DILLINGHAM of Oxford. Cosponsored by Senator HAMPER of Oxford, Representative MILLETT of Waterford, Representative ANDREWS of Paris, Representative RISEMAN of Harrison.
(5-10) the Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School Boys Varsity Basketball Team, of South Paris, which won the Class AA North Sportsmanship Award. Members of the team include Jonny Pruett, Spencer Strong, Garrett Record, Jesse Leonard, Ty LeBlond, Keegan Watson, Will Dieterich, Logan Sumner, Colton Carson, Janek Luksza, Colby Huckins, Tanner Herrick, Patrick Paine and Hayden Paine; assistant coach Joe Oufiero; and head coach Scott Graffam. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 120) Presented by Representative DILLINGHAM of Oxford. Cosponsored by Senator HAMPER of Oxford, Representative MILLETT of Waterford, Representative ANDREWS of Paris.
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Refer to the Committee on Judiciary
(6-1) Representative BAILEY for the Joint Standing Committee on Judiciary on Resolve, To Implement the Recommendations of the Right To Know Advisory Committee Concerning Remote Participation by Members of Public Bodies (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 857) (L.D. 1183)
Reporting that it be REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY pursuant to the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 1, section 411, subsection 6, paragraph G.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
First Day
In accordance with House Rule 519, the following items appeared on the Consent Calendar for the First Day: (7-1) (H.P. 272) (L.D. 346) Bill "An Act To Amend the Brunswick Sewer District Charter" Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass (7-2) (H.P. 410) (L.D. 566) Bill "An Act To Protect Vulnerable Adults from Financial Exploitation" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass (7-3) (H.P. 291) (L.D. 382) Bill "An Act To Fund Services for Blind and Visually Impaired Persons at the Maine State Library" Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRSreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-7) (7-4) (H.P. 742) (L.D. 1000) Bill "An Act To Make Supplemental Appropriations and Allocations for the Expenditures of State Government and To Change Certain Provisions of Law Necessary to the Proper Operations of State Government for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2019" (EMERGENCY) Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-6)
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Acts (10-1) An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Maine Potato Board Districts (H.P. 109) (L.D. 127)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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Resolves (10-2) Resolve, To Rename the Stinson Bridge the Woodsome Bridge (S.P. 56) (L.D. 244)
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. Bill "An Act To Strengthen the Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code" (H.P. 629) (L.D. 855)
(Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING suggested) TABLED - February 14, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative SYLVESTER of Portland. PENDING - REFERENCE.
2. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Bob Bauman and Hollie Vanderzee, of Harpswell (HLS 76)
TABLED - February 19, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland. PENDING - PASSAGE.
3. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Gail Hart, of Harpswell (HLS 77)
TABLED - February 19, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland. PENDING - PASSAGE.
4. Bill "An Act To Allow Municipalities To Adopt Stricter Building and Energy Code Standards Than the Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code" (H.P. 676) (L.D. 921)
(Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING suggested) TABLED - February 21, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative SYLVESTER of Portland. PENDING - REFERENCE.
5. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing The Row House, Inc., of Hallowell (HLS 79)
TABLED - February 21, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative WARREN of Hallowell. PENDING - PASSAGE.
6. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (12) Ought to Pass - Minority (1) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act To Recognize Employee Background Checks Conducted for Out-of-state Schools Eligible for Maine Tuition Assistance" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 297) (L.D. 388)
TABLED - March 7, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
7. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (10) Refer to the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES - Minority (3) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGYon Bill "An Act To Convene a Working Group To Authorize a Public Trust for Maine's Groundwater and To Impose a 2-year Moratorium on Large-scale Groundwater Extraction" (H.P. 160) (L.D. 197)
TABLED - March 7, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative DILLINGHAM of Oxford. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
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STATUTORY ADJOURNMENT DATE June 19, 2019
State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 1
(1-1) Bill "An Act To Protect the Safety of Health Care Workers" (S.P. 374) (L.D. 1199) (1-2) Bill "An Act Relating to Defenses and Self-defense in the Maine Criminal Code" (S.P. 377) (L.D. 1215)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY and ordered printed.
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(1-3) Bill "An Act To Facilitate Remote Learning during School Cancellations" (S.P. 360) (L.D. 1174) (1-4) Bill "An Act To Support Community Schools" (S.P. 378) (L.D. 1216)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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(1-5) Bill "An Act To Allow the Direct Sale of Electricity" (S.P. 359) (L.D. 1173) (1-6) Bill "An Act To Establish Municipal Access to Utility Poles Located in Municipal Rights-of-way" (S.P. 366) (L.D. 1192) (1-7) Bill "An Act To Ensure Transparency and Participation in Maine Water Districts" (S.P. 373) (L.D. 1198)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY and ordered printed.
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(1-8) Bill "An Act To Prohibit the Sale and Distribution of Flavored Tobacco Products" (S.P. 364) (L.D. 1190)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-9) Bill "An Act To Amend the Law Prohibiting the Denial by Health Insurers of Referrals by Out-of-network Providers" (S.P. 372) (L.D. 1197)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-10) Resolve, Directing the Maine Community College System To Evaluate the Need To Expand Workforce Training Options in Waldo County (S.P. 367) (L.D. 1193) (1-11) Bill "An Act To Clarify the Oversight of the Family Development Account Program" (S.P. 379) (L.D. 1217)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESSand ordered printed.
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(1-12) Bill "An Act To Ensure the Timely and Proper Completion of Residential Foreclosures" (S.P. 361) (L.D. 1175)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY and ordered printed.
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(1-13) Bill "An Act To Improve Public Sector Labor Relations" (S.P. 363) (L.D. 1177)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING and ordered printed.
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(1-14) Bill "An Act Regarding Caretakers of Ancient Burying Grounds and Access to Ancient Burying Grounds" (S.P. 362) (L.D. 1176)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT and ordered printed.
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(1-15) Resolve, To Conduct a Comprehensive Study of the Compensation System for State Employees (S.P. 376) (L.D. 1214)
Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING and ordered printed.
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(1-16) Bill "An Act To Provide Direct Property Tax Relief to Homeowners by Increasing the Homestead Exemption" (S.P. 358) (L.D. 1172) (1-17) Bill "An Act To Exempt Solar Energy Equipment from Property Tax" (S.P. 365) (L.D. 1191) (1-18) Bill "An Act To Increase Property Tax Relief for Veterans" (S.P. 368) (L.D. 1194) (1-19) Bill "An Act To Amend the Maine Seed Capital Tax Credit Program" (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 375) (L.D. 1200)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TAXATION and ordered printed.
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(1-20) Bill "An Act To Encourage the Removal of Campaign Signs from the Public Right-of-way" (S.P. 369) (L.D. 1195)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TRANSPORTATION and ordered printed.
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(1-21) RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine To Implement Ranked-choice Voting (S.P. 371) (L.D. 1196)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 3
Emergency Measure
(10-1) An Act To Make Supplemental Appropriations and Allocations for the Expenditures of State Government and To Change Certain Provisions of Law Necessary to the Proper Operations of State Government for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2019 (H.P. 742) (L.D. 1000)
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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