Table of Contents
Maine House of Representatives
2 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0002
Tel. (207) 287-1400
Thursday, March 24, 2022
Second Regular Session - Eighth Legislative Day
The House Calendar
The Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives
8th Legislative Day
Thursday, March 24, 2022
Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Pastor Glenn Peterson, Hope Baptist Church, Manchester.
National Anthem by Sammie Angel, Dixfield.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Reading of the Journal of Tuesday, March 22, 2022.
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(1-1) The following Joint Resolution: (S.P. 736)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MARCH 2022 AS BLEEDING DISORDERS AWARENESS MONTH
WHEREAS,bleeding disorders, which are distinguished by the inability to form a proper blood clot, are characterized by extended bleeding after injury, surgery, trauma or menstruationand can lead to significant morbidity and can be fatal if not treated effectively; and
WHEREAS,many individuals with hemophilia became infected with HIV and hepatitis C in the 1980s due to the contamination of the blood supply and blood products;and
WHEREAS,Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month will generate greater awareness andunderstanding of not only hemophilia but all inheritable bleeding disorders, including von Willebrand disease, which alone affects an estimated one percent of the U.S. population, or more than 3.2 million individuals; and
WHEREAS,Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month will foster a greater sense ofcommunity and shared purpose among all individuals with inheritable bleeding disorders; and
WHEREAS,Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month will elevate awareness of andengagement in the inheritable bleeding disorders journey for the general public, enabling the prevention of illness, unnecessary procedures and disability; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirtieth Legislature now assembled in the Second Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to recognize March 2022 as Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month.
Comes from the Senate, READ and ADOPTED.
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(1-2) The following Joint Resolution: (S.P. 740)
JOINT RESOLUTION TO REAFFIRM THE FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN MAINE AND TAIWAN, ENHANCE BILATERAL TRADE RELATIONS WITH TAIWAN AND SUPPORT TAIWAN’S PARTICIPATION IN INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AND AGREEMENTS
WHEREAS,the United States and the Republic of China (Taiwan) share a vibrant bilateral relationship marked by a mutually beneficial partnership, supported by our common values of freedom, democracy, rule of law and a free market economy, and our countries now enjoy the strongest relations ever; and
WHEREAS, the United States ranks as Taiwan’s 2nd-largest trading partner, and Taiwanis the 8th-largest trading partner of the United States, with United States trade in goods with Taiwan totaling an estimated $114.1 billion in 2021; and
WHEREAS, a bilateral trade agreement between Taiwan and the United States would result in even greater Maine exports to Taiwan and create more jobs for the people of Maine; and
WHEREAS, Maine’s Department of Education and the Ministry of Education of the Republic of China (Taiwan) entered into a memorandum of understanding to strengthen and enhance educational exchange and cooperation; and
WHEREAS, New England exported more than $1 billion in goods to Taiwan in 2021, of which Maine exported $25 million in goods, mostly in computer and electronic products, fish and other marine products, machinery and chemicals, making Taiwan Maine’s 15th largest export market in the world; and
WHEREAS, Taiwan is a key transport hub in the Asia-Pacific region, making its inclusionin international organizations such as the World Health Organization, the International Criminal Police Organization and the International Civil Aviation Organization imperative for the best interests and safety of the international community. In addition, Taiwan’s inclusion in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change is necessary in the global effort to combat climate change; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirtieth Legislature now assembled in the Second Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, support a stronger United States-Taiwan relationship under the Biden administration, including the signing of a bilateral trade agreement, encourage the further exploration of ways to strengthen and promote bilateral exchange between Maine and Taiwan, including the possibility of signing a driver’s license reciprocity agreement with Taiwan, and support pursuing a memorandum of understanding promoting further increasing trade and people-to-people exchanges; and be it further
RESOLVED: That we support Taiwan’s participation in international organizations andagreements, including the World Health Organization, the International Criminal Police Organization, the International Civil Aviation Organization and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change; and be it further
RESOLVED: That suitable copies of this resolution, duly authenticated by the Secretary of State, be transmitted to the Honorable Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, the members of the Maine Congressional Delegation, the Honorable Janet Mills, Governor of Maine, the Honorable Tsai Ing-wen, President of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the Honorable Jonathan Sun, Director-General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office inBoston, Massachusetts.
Comes from the Senate, READ and ADOPTED.
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(1-3) Bill "An Act Concerning Advanced Refrigeration Technology"
(H.P. 634) (L.D. 866)
Majority (11) REFER TO THE COMMITTEE ON INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS Report of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill and accompanying papers REFERRED to the Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS in the House on March 22, 2022.
Comes from the Senate with the Bill and accompanying papers INDEFINITELY POSTPONED in NON-CONCURRENCE.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 391)
CLERK'S OFFICE
2 STATE HOUSE STATION
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
March 24, 2022
Honorable Ryan M. Fecteau
Speaker of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Speaker Fecteau:
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the following Joint Standing Committees have voted unanimously to report the following bills out "Ought Not to Pass:"
Energy, Utilities and Technology
L.D. 1955 An Act To Facilitate Net Energy Billing
Judiciary
L.D. 1728 An Act To Provide Assistance to Law Enforcement Officers To Allow Them To Protect the Residents of the State
Labor and Housing
L.D. 464 An Act To Change Certain Labor Laws
L.D. 468 An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Labor and Housing
L.D. 831 An Act To Aid Workforce Development
L.D. 907 An Act Concerning State Pension Funds and Climate Change
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt
Clerk of House
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (S.P. 737)
MAINE SENATE
130TH LEGISLATURE
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
March 16, 2022
Hon. Troy D. Jackson
President of the Senate
130th Legislature
Hon. Ryan M. Fecteau
Speaker of the House
130th Legislature
Dear Mr. President and Mr. Speaker:
On March 16, 2022, 1 bill was received by the Secretary of the Senate.
Pursuant to the provisions of Joint Rule 308.2, this bill was referred to a Joint Standing Committee on March 16, 2022, as follows:
Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
Resolve, To Authorize the Bureau of Parks and Lands To Enter into a Lease with Aroostook Technologies, Inc. for a Parcel of Land in Township 11, Range 4 WELS (S.P. 735) (L.D. 2025) (Sponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook) (Cosponsored by Representatives: UNDERWOOD of Presque Isle, BERNARD of Caribou) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 205.)
Sincerely,
S/Darek M. Grant
Secretary of the Senate
S/Robert B. Hunt
Clerk of the House
Comes from the Senate, READ and ORDERED PLACED ON FILE.
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (S.C. 1193)
MAINE SENATE
130TH LEGISLATURE
March 22, 2022
Honorable Ryan Fecteau
Speaker of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0002
Dear Speaker Fecteau:
In accordance with 3 M.R.S.A. §158 and Joint Rule 506 of the 130th Maine Legislature, please be advised that the Senate today confirmed the following nominations:
Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs:
To the Maine Maritime Academy, Board of Trustees:
· Alaina B. Adams, Ph.D. of West Roxbury for appointment
· S. Catherine Longley of Bar Harbor for appointment
· Roxanna MacGregor of Eastport for appointment
· John S. Webb, Esquire of Arundel for appointment
To the School Board of the Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf:
· Jason A. Bubier of Ellsworth for appointment
· Thomas W. Minch of Lewiston for reappointment
· Elizabeth A. Seal of Lisbon Falls for reappointment
To the State Board of Education:
· Mark Balfantz of Portland for appointment
· Kristin K. Bishop of Madison for appointment
· Thomas Earl Keller of Newcastle for appointment
Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Energy, Utilities and Technology:
To the Efficiency Maine Trust Board of Directors:
· Glenn S. Poole of Orrington for reappointment
· Christopher J. Rauscher, JD of Cape Elizabeth for appointment
· Joan W. Welsh of Rockport for reappointment
Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Innovation, Development, Economic Advancement and Business:
To the Finance Authority of Maine:
· William L. Caron, Jr. of Cape Elizabeth for appointment
· Jennifer Hogan of Turner for appointment
To the Loring Development Authority of Maine:
· Kristine Logan of Topsham for appointment
To the Maine Rural Development Authority, Board of Trustees:
· Adrian P. Kendall, Esquire of Cumberland for reappointment
Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Transportation:
To the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority:
· Marguerite Miller Fleming of Portland for appointment
Best Regards,
S/Darek M. Grant
Secretary of the Senate
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(4-1) On motion of Representative MARTIN of Eagle Lake, the following House Order: (H.O. 19)
ORDERED, that Representative Robert W. Alley, Sr. of Beals be excused February 10 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Christopher W. Babbidge of Kennebunk be excused February 23 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Bruce A. Bickford of Auburn be excused February 23 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Benjamin T. Collings of Portland be excused January 26 for health reasons and February 16 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative W. Edward Crockett of Portland be excused February 23 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Gary A. Drinkwater of Milford be excused March 9 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Jeffrey Evangelos of Friendship be excused January 5 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Billy Bob Faulkingham of Winter Harbor be excused February 10 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Jeffery Allen Gifford of Lincoln be excused February 10 and February 23 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Jeffery P. Hanley of Pittston be excused January 26 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Frances M. Head of Bethel be excused March 9 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Patricia Hymanson of York be excused January 5 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Sean C. Paulhus of Bath be excused January 26 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Teresa S. Pierce of Falmouth be excused February 23 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Rena D. Newell of the Passamaquoddy Tribe be excused January 26 and February 16 for health reasons, and February 23 and March 9 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative H. Scott Landry, Jr. of Farmington be excused January 26 for health reasons and February 16 for legislative business.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Richard G. Mason of Lisbon be excused January 26 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Genevieve McDonald of Stonington be excused January 5 and February 10 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Rebecca J. Millett of Cape Elizabeth be excused January 5 and March 9 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Braden Sharpe of Durham be excused January 5 and 26, February 10, 16, and 23 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Laura D. Supica of Bangor be excused February 10 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Michael A. Sylvester of Portland be excused January 5 and 26 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Denise A. Tepler of Topsham be excused January 5 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Ralph L. Tucker of Brunswick be excused February 10 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative William R. Tuell of East Machias be excused January 26 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Nathan J. Wadsworth of Hiram be excused February 10 and 16 for personal reasons.
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SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR
In accordance with House Rule 519 and Joint Rule 213, the following items:
Recognizing:
(5-1) Marsha Doherty, of Corinna, to whom the Town of Corinna has dedicated its Town Report for her many years of service and dedication to the community. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 743)
(5-2) Louise Grant, of Norway, who was named a United States Environmental Protection Agency Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator of the Year. Ms. Grant recently retired after a 37-year career with the Paris Utility District water treatment facility. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 745)
(5-3) Becky Hall, of Peru, on her retirement as Vice President of Nursing and Patient Care Services at Rumford Hospital after 37 years of service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 746)
(5-4) Debra Page, of Leeds, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 747)
(5-5) Troy and Dulsie Varney, of Turner, posthumous recipients of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service;
(SLS 748)
(5-6) Maureen Bean, of Burlington, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 749)
(5-7) Sharon Hanington Sibley, of Lincoln, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 750)
(5-8) Kayley Bell, of Caribou, who won the Class B State Championship in the Nordic Classical and Freestyle events. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 751)
(5-9) Sam Roy, of Frenchville, who won the Giant Slalom Class B State Championship. He also finished second in the Slalom event. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 752)
(5-10) the Fort Kent Community High School Girls Nordic Ski Team, of Fort Kent, which won the Class C State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 753)
(5-11) Richard Deans, of Hebron, for his 36 years of service as a member of the Hebron Board of Selectmen. We extend our appreciation and best wishes;
(SLS 754)
(5-12) Parent's Country Store, of Caswell, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 755)
(5-13) Katherine Rockwell, of Woodville, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 756)
(5-14) the Van Buren Fire Department, of Van Buren, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 757)
(5-15) Daniel Higgins, of Portage Lake, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 758)
(5-16) George Dionne, of Grand Isle, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 759)
(5-17) Robert White, of Caribou, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 760)
(5-18) Dalen Boucher, of Fort Kent, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 761)
(5-19) Nancy Martin, of Caswell, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 762)
(5-20) the York High School Boys Indoor Track Team, which won the Class B South Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 763)
(5-21) the Ashland District School Boys Basketball Team, which won the Maine Principals' Association Class D North Sportsmanship Award. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 764)
(5-22) Estelle Beauchesne, of Biddeford, a third-grade teacher at St. James School in Biddeford, who has been named the 2022 Maine Catholic School Teacher of the Year. Ms. Beauchesne has been a teacher for 48 years, starting her career at St. Andre School in 1973 and continuing at St. James School when the schools merged in 1992. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 765)
(5-23) Mia-Claire Kezal, of Saco, who won the 1,000-meter run at the New England High School Track and Field State Championships with a Thornton Academy and state record time. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 766)
(5-24) Mia-Claire Kezal, of Saco, who won the 800-meter and 2-mile runs at the Southwestern Maine Activities Association Championships. She also received the award for Most Outstanding Distance Runner. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 767)
(5-25) Macie Boucher, of Saco, who won the Junior Long Jump at the Southwestern Maine Activities Association Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 768)
(5-26) Maya Judice, of Saco, who won the Pole Vault at the Southwestern Maine Activities Association Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 769)
(5-27) the Seacoast Christian School Girls Basketball Team, of South Berwick, which won the Class D South Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 770)
(5-28) the Cape Elizabeth High School Boys Alpine Ski Team, which won the Class B State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 771)
(5-29) Arianna Priest, of Lincoln, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 772)
(5-30) Carly Climo, of Bradley, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 773)
(5-31) Eli Walker, of Ashland, 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;
(SLS 775)
(5-32) Isabella Westman, of Greene, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 776)
(5-33) Michaela Harrington, of Greene, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 777)
(5-34) Viola Perkins, of Lisbon, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 778)
(5-35) Alexyss Baird, of Lisbon Falls, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 779)
(5-36) Ashley Roy, of Greene, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 780)
(5-37) the South Portland High School Boys Basketball Team, which won the Class AA South Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 781)
(5-38) Acadia Dorgan, of Kittery, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 782)
(5-39) the Island Falls Face Mask Makers, recipients of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 783)
(5-40) Abigail Rivers, of Kittery, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 784)
(5-41) Adelaide Schroeck, of Kittery Point, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 785)
(5-42) Delia Hartley, of Kittery, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 786)
(5-43) Celia Kehl, of Kittery Point, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 787)
(5-44) Ethan Smith, of Cape Elizabeth, a student at Cape Elizabeth High School and a member of the boys swim team, who won the 100-yard Fly at the Class B State Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 788)
(5-45) Ethan Smith, Jack McCormick, Brendan Connolly and Keegan McKenney, of Cape Elizabeth, students at Cape Elizabeth High School and members of the boys swim team, who won the 200-yard Freestyle Relay at the Class B State Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 789)
(5-46) David Steinbrick, Ethan Smith, Cormac McKenney and Keegan McKenney, of Cape Elizabeth, students at Cape Elizabeth High School and members of the boys swim team, who won the 400-yard Freestyle Relay at the Class B State Championships, setting a meet record of 3 minutes, 16.50 seconds. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 790)
(5-47) Cookie Mahoney, of Cape Elizabeth, a student at Cape Elizabeth High School and a member of the girls swim team, who won the 200-yard Freestyle at the Class B State Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 791)
(5-48) Jack McCormick, Cormac McKenney, Graham Plourde and David Steinbrick, of Cape Elizabeth, students at Cape Elizabeth High School and members of the boys swim team, who won the 200-yard Medley Relay at the Class B State Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 792)
(5-49) Lucy Shaw, Hope Taylor, Ali Bragg and Cookie Mahoney, of Cape Elizabeth, students at Cape Elizabeth High School and members of the girls swim team, who won the 400-yard Freestyle Relay at the Class B State Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 793)
(5-50) the Cape Elizabeth High School Boys Swim Team, which won the Class B State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 794)
(5-51) the Cape Elizabeth High School Girls Swim Team, which won the Class B State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 795)
(5-52) Keegan McKenney, of Cape Elizabeth, a student at Cape Elizabeth High School and a member of the boys swim team, who won the 200-yard Individual Medley and the 500-yard Freestyle at the Class B State Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 796)
(5-53) Caden McDuffie, of Cape Elizabeth, a senior and a football player at Cape Elizabeth High School, who has been awarded the James J. Fitzpatrick Trophy. The Fitzpatrick Trophy is given to the top senior high school football player in the State based on voting by the State's coaches and the media. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 797)
(5-54) Dana Schwartz, of Cape Elizabeth, a student at Cape Elizabeth High School and a member of the girls alpine ski team, who won the Slalom at the Class B State Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 798)
(5-55) Hope Taylor, of Cape Elizabeth, a student at Cape Elizabeth High School and a member of the girls swim team, who won the 500-yard Freestyle at the Class B State Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 799)
(5-56) Tiernan Lathrop, of Cape Elizabeth, a student at Cape Elizabeth High School and a member of the boys alpine ski team, who won the Slalom at the Class B State Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 800)
(5-57) Ali Bragg, of Cape Elizabeth, a student at Cape Elizabeth High School and a member of the girls swim team, who won the 200-yard Individual Medley at the Class B State Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 801)
(5-58) The Acadian Festival, of Madawaska, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 802)
(5-59) Eugene Cronin, of Presque Isle, who was named the Rotary Community Service Heroes Adult Volunteer. Mr. Cronin has been a driving force behind the Nordic Heritage Ski Center, the Quoggy Jo Ski Center and Big Rock Mountain through fundraising, donating his time with upkeep and recruiting volunteers to keep these venues running smoothly. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 803)
(5-60) Charlene Buzza, of Presque Isle, who has been named the Rotary Community Service Heroes Organization Volunteer. Ms. Buzza and the volunteer team at Grace Interfaith Food Table fed 742 families, consisting of 1,551 individuals, in 2021. Since 2015, she has been the Volunteer Director at GIFT, overseeing the operations of the food pantry, including recruiting and training volunteers, distributing food to the Central Aroostook Community and writing grants. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 804)
(5-61) Carly Guerrette, of Presque Isle, who was named the Rotary Community Service Youth Volunteer. Ms. Guerrette exemplifies volunteerism. She has donated her time over five years by helping with the Annual Helping Hands for Warm and Safe Homes Telethon, and she is a passionate volunteer at the Northern Maine Fair and in her church's children's ministry. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 805)
(5-62) Jaycie Christopher, of Skowhegan, a senior at Skowhegan Area High School and a player on the girls basketball team, who has been named the Gatorade Maine Girls Basketball Player of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 806)
(5-63) Clark Condon, of Ashland, 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;
(SLS 807)
(5-64) Dane Driscoll, of Ashland, 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;
(SLS 808)
(5-65) Ben Cobb, of Saco, a student at Thornton Academy, who was a finalist at the VEX Maine State Robotics Tournament and qualified for the World Competition to be held in Dallas, Texas. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 809)
(5-66) Zander Unger, of Saco, a student at Thornton Academy, who was a finalist at the VEX Maine State Robotics Tournament and qualified for the World Competition to be held in Dallas, Texas. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 810)
(5-67) Eric Cioppa, of China, on his retirement as Superintendent of Insurance after 33 years of service with the Bureau of Insurance. Superintendent Cioppa worked to help overhaul the workers' compensation system in the early 1990s, oversaw the implementation of the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act in Maine and worked on health insurance and consumer financial protections during the COVID-19 Pandemic. He joined the bureau in 1988 as a statistician before being named supervisor of the Workers' Compensation Section. He was named deputy superintendent in 1998 and superintendent in 2011. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 811)
(5-68) Virginia Sawyer Osgood, of Carroll Plantation, who is celebrating her 101st birthday on April 1, 2022. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 669)
Presented by Representative JAVNER of Chester.
Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook.
(5-69) Adam Chamberland, of Durham, a member of Troop No. 145, 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 670)
Presented by Representative SHARPE of Durham.
Cosponsored by Senator TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin.
(5-70) Roxanne Simmons, of Thomaston, on her retirement as a receptionist with the Knox County District Attorney's Office after 21 years of public service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 671)
Presented by Representative MATLACK of St. George.
Cosponsored by Senator MIRAMANT of Knox.
(5-71) the Glenburn School Chess Team, which won the State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 672)
Presented by Representative GRIFFIN of Levant.
Cosponsored by Senator GUERIN of Penobscot.
(5-72) Paul Penna, of Windham, who is retiring as Superintendent of Regional School Unit 6 after 41 years of public service. Superintendent Penna began his career of public service as a South Portland Police Officer in 1981. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 673)
Presented by Representative CARLOW of Buxton.
Cosponsored by Senator BAILEY of York, Senator BRENNER of Cumberland, Senator DIAMOND of Cumberland, Representative AUSTIN of Gray, Representative BLIER of Buxton, Representative BRYANT of Windham, Representative COREY of Windham, Representative ORDWAY of Standish.
(5-73) Robert K. Place, of North Berwick, who received the Mark T. Pilgrim Americanism Award from the American Legion Charles S. Hatch Post #79 in recognition of his outstanding service, dedication and spirit of patriotism. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 674)
Presented by Representative O'CONNOR of Berwick.
Cosponsored by Senator RAFFERTY of York, Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick.
(5-74) Andrew Lewis Buckman, of Berwick, who has been named Citizen of the Year by the Town of Berwick in recognition of his many contributions to the community. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 675)
Presented by Representative O'CONNOR of Berwick.
Cosponsored by Senator LAWRENCE of York, Senator RAFFERTY of York.
In Memory of:
(5-75) Nunzio Biondello, of Litchfield. Mr. Biondello was in the United States Navy and the Naval Reserves, serving honorably during World War II, the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. His major awards and decorations include the World War II Victory Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Navy Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, Air Reserve Forces Medal and many other ribbons and citations. He was also a member of the New York Air National Guard and the Maine Air National Guard, where he was assigned to the 101st Air Refueling Wing in Bangor. Mr. Biondello had a long career in civil service as a corrections officer at Riker's Island and as a court officer for the New York Supreme Court before moving to Maine. He will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(SLS 742)
(5-76) Robert Gobeil, of East Waterboro. Mr. Gobeil was a veteran of the United States Navy. He was instrumental in the development of Gobeil Park and Recreation on Little Ossipee Lake, with a boat launch and opportunities for swimming, picnicking and grilling for cookouts. He served in the Water Department and the Food Pantry, worked every other weekend at the Transfer Station and helped coordinate Old Home Days. He was a charter member of the Eagles and a past commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars post in Rockland, Massachusetts. He was an active parishioner of St. Philip Catholic Church in Lyman. Mr. Gobeil will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(SLS 744)
(5-77) Trevor Thomas Graves, of Presque Isle. Mr. Graves will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and in particular his twin children, Wyatt and Gracie, who were his proudest accomplishment in life;
(SLS 774)
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Ought to Pass Pursuant to Resolve
(6-1) Report of the Joint Standing Committee on Judiciary on Resolve, Directing the Family Law Advisory Commission To Develop Options To Improve Preliminary Injunctions in Judicial Separation and Divorce Actions
(S.P. 739) (L.D. 2028)
Reporting Ought to Pass pursuant to Resolve 2021, chapter 78, section 1.
Comes from the Senate with the Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Resolve PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED.
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Divided Report
(6-2) Majority Report of the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act To Exempt Nonprofit Agricultural Membership Organizations from Insurance Requirements"
(S.P. 518) (L.D. 1628)
Signed:
Senators:
SANBORN of Cumberland
BRENNER of Cumberland
Representatives:
TEPLER of Topsham
ARFORD of Brunswick
BROOKS of Lewiston
EVANS of Dover-Foxcroft
MATHIESON of Kittery
MELARAGNO of Auburn
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
STEWART of Aroostook
Representatives:
BLIER of Buxton
MORRIS of Turner
QUINT of Hodgdon
Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASSReport READ and ACCEPTED.
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(6-3) Majority Report of the Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-437)on Bill "An Act To Promote Home Ownership by Reducing Education Debt"
(S.P. 709) (L.D. 1978)
Signed:
Senators:
CURRY of Waldo
RAFFERTY of York
Representatives:
ROBERTS of South Berwick
GEIGER of Rockland
HASENFUS of Readfield
LaROCHELLE of Augusta
PEBWORTH of Blue Hill
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
CYRWAY of Kennebec
Representatives:
ANDREWS of Paris
AUSTIN of Gray
BERNARD of Caribou
COLLAMORE of Pittsfield
DUCHARME of Madison
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-437).
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(6-4) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-444) on Bill "An Act To Maintain Consistency among Maine's Nondiscrimination Statutes"
(S.P. 624) (L.D. 1786)
Signed:
Senators:
CARNEY of Cumberland
SANBORN of Cumberland
Representatives:
HARNETT of Gardiner
BABBIDGE of Kennebunk
EVANGELOS of Friendship
MORIARTY of Cumberland
RECKITT of South Portland
SHEEHAN of Biddeford
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
KEIM of Oxford
Representatives:
HAGGAN of Hampden
LIBBY of Auburn
POIRIER of Skowhegan
THORNE of Carmel
Representative NEWELL of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports the Majority Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-444) Report.
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-444).
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(6-5) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act To Prohibit Invasion of Privacy on Private Property by Cameras"
(S.P. 665) (L.D. 1895)
Signed:
Senators:
CARNEY of Cumberland
KEIM of Oxford
SANBORN of Cumberland
Representatives:
HARNETT of Gardiner
BABBIDGE of Kennebunk
EVANGELOS of Friendship
HAGGAN of Hampden
LIBBY of Auburn
MORIARTY of Cumberland
POIRIER of Skowhegan
THORNE of Carmel
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-445) on same Bill.
Signed:
Representatives:
RECKITT of South Portland
SHEEHAN of Biddeford
Representative NEWELL of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports the Majority Ought Not to Pass Report.
Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASSReport READ and ACCEPTED.
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(6-6) Majority Report of the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-439) on Bill "An Act To Modify the Reporting Requirements for Major Contributors to Ballot Question Campaigns"
(S.P. 614) (L.D. 1754)
Signed:
Senators:
HICKMAN of Kennebec
MIRAMANT of Knox
Representatives:
CAIAZZO of Scarborough
McCREIGHT of Harpswell
RIELLY of Westbrook
SUPICA of Bangor
WOOD of Portland
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
FARRIN of Somerset
Representatives:
COREY of Windham
DOLLOFF of Milton Township
HARRINGTON of Sanford
KINNEY of Knox
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-439).
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(6-7) Seven Members of the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS report in Report "A" Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-441) on Bill "An Act To Provide for the Direct Shipment of Spirits to Consumers"
(S.P. 444) (L.D. 1358)
Signed:
Senator:
FARRIN of Somerset
Representatives:
CAIAZZO of Scarborough
KINNEY of Knox
McCREIGHT of Harpswell
RIELLY of Westbrook
SUPICA of Bangor
WOOD of Portland
Three Members of the same Committee report in Report "B" Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (S-442) on same Bill.
Signed:
Senators:
HICKMAN of Kennebec
MIRAMANT of Knox
Representative:
HARRINGTON of Sanford
Two Members of the same Committee report in Report "C" Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Representatives:
COREY of Windham
DOLLOFF of Milton Township
Comes from the Senate with Report "A" OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-441).
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(6-8) Majority Report of the Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-826) on Bill "An Act To Balance Renewable Energy Development with Natural and Working Lands Conservation"
(H.P. 624) (L.D. 856)
Signed:
Senators:
DILL of Penobscot
BLACK of Franklin
MAXMIN of Lincoln
Representatives:
O'NEIL of Saco
BERNARD of Caribou
HALL of Wilton
LANDRY of Farmington
McCREA of Fort Fairfield
OSHER of Orono
PLUECKER of Warren
SKOLFIELD of Weld
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Representative:
UNDERWOOD of Presque Isle
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(6-9) Majority Report of the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act To Prevent the Use of Prone and Supine Restraints, Chemical Sprays and Electroshock Devices on Juveniles Held in Department of Corrections Facilities"
(H.P. 1404) (L.D. 1897)
Signed:
Senators:
DESCHAMBAULT of York
CYRWAY of Kennebec
Representatives:
COSTAIN of Plymouth
NEWMAN of Belgrade
PICKETT of Dixfield
RUDNICKI of Fairfield
SHARPE of Durham
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-827) on same Bill.
Signed:
Representatives:
WARREN of Hallowell
LOOKNER of Portland
MORALES of South Portland
PLUECKER of Warren
RECKITT of South Portland
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(6-10) Majority Report of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-825) on Bill "An Act To Implement Agency Recommendations Relating to Sea Level Rise and Climate Resilience Provided Pursuant to Resolve 2021, Chapter 67"
(H.P. 1465) (L.D. 1970)
Signed:
Senators:
BRENNER of Cumberland
BENNETT of Oxford
CARNEY of Cumberland
Representatives:
TUCKER of Brunswick
BELL of Yarmouth
BLUME of York
BOYLE of Gorham
DOUDERA of Camden
GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach
ZEIGLER of Montville
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Representatives:
HANLEY of Pittston
O'CONNOR of Berwick
TUELL of East Machias
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(6-11) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass on Resolve, Changing the Identifying and Reporting Responsibilities and Extending the Reporting Deadline for the Identification of Places in the State with Offensive Names
(H.P. 1444) (L.D. 1934)
Signed:
Senators:
CARNEY of Cumberland
SANBORN of Cumberland
Representatives:
HARNETT of Gardiner
BABBIDGE of Kennebunk
EVANGELOS of Friendship
MORIARTY of Cumberland
RECKITT of South Portland
SHEEHAN of Biddeford
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Resolve.
Signed:
Senator:
KEIM of Oxford
Representatives:
HAGGAN of Hampden
LIBBY of Auburn
POIRIER of Skowhegan
THORNE of Carmel
Representative NEWELL of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports the Majority Ought to Pass Report.
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(6-12) Majority Report of the Committee on MARINE RESOURCES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-828) on Bill "An Act To Address the Economic Impact of Federal Closures on Maine's Fixed Gear Fishing Industry" (EMERGENCY)
(H.P. 1405) (L.D. 1898)
Signed:
Senators:
MIRAMANT of Knox
MAXMIN of Lincoln
Representatives:
McCREIGHT of Harpswell
BLUME of York
CRAFTS of Newcastle
FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor
HEPLER of Woolwich
McDONALD of Stonington
STANLEY of Medway
THORNE of Carmel
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Representatives:
ALLEY of Beals
HUTCHINS of Penobscot
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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. 1276) (L.D. 1721) Bill "An Act Regarding Dignity for Women in Correctional Facilities" Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-824)
(7-2) (H.P. 1378) (L.D. 1868) Bill "An Act To Restore Funding to the State's Tobacco Prevention and Control Program" (EMERGENCY) Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-822)
(7-3) (H.P. 1454) (L.D. 1951) Bill "An Act Related to Hunting Dogs and Civil Trespass" Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-823)
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Emergency Measure
(10-1) An Act To Expand the 1998 Special Retirement Plan To Include Employees Who Work for the Office of Chief Medical Examiner
(S.P. 601) (L.D. 1746)
(C. "A" S-424)
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 Enforcement Provisions of the Law Governing Earned Paid Leave
(H.P. 1356) (L.D. 1823)
(C. "A" H-780)
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 Fix Inconsistencies within the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act of 2013
(S.P. 689) (L.D. 1953)
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 Reestablish and Continue the Work of the Criminal Records Review Committee
(H.P. 1351) (L.D. 1818)
(C. "A" H-782)
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, Regarding Legislative Review of Portions of Chapter 33: Family Child Care Provider Licensing Rule, a Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Child and Family Services
(H.P. 1374) (L.D. 1864)
(C. "A" H-783)
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 Address Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances Pollution at State-owned Solid Waste Landfills
(H.P. 1385) (L.D. 1875)
(C. "A" H-802)
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
(10-7) Resolve, Directing the Department of Health and Human Services To Review the Requirements for Certification of Micropigmentation Practitioners
(H.P. 1392) (L.D. 1882)
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
(10-8) Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Portions of Chapter 40: Rule for Medication Administration in Maine Schools, a Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Education
(H.P. 1440) (L.D. 1931)
(C. "A" H-804)
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
(10-9) An Act To Establish the Maine State Cemetery Preservation Commission
(S.P. 167) (L.D. 379)
(C. "A" S-450)
(10-10) An Act Regarding Penalties for Early Retirement for Certain Members of the Maine Public Employees Retirement System
(H.P. 393) (L.D. 548)
(C. "A" H-785)
(10-11) An Act To Improve the Educational Opportunity Tax Credit
(S.P. 70) (L.D. 798)
(C. "A" S-449)
(10-12) An Act Relating to the Valuation of Improved Real Property
(H.P. 807) (L.D. 1129)
(C. "A" H-788)
(10-13) An Act To Require Dental Plan Medical Loss Ratio Reporting and Review
(S.P. 417) (L.D. 1266)
(C. "A" S-438)
(10-14) An Act To Increase Campaign Finance Transparency and Accountability in Municipal Elections
(H.P. 1229) (L.D. 1658)
(C. "A" H-793)
(10-15) An Act To Make Technical Changes to Maine Tax Laws
(H.P. 1308) (L.D. 1757)
(C. "A" H-787)
(10-16) An Act Regarding Access to Telehealth Behavioral Health Services during Public Health Emergencies
(H.P. 1309) (L.D. 1758)
(10-17) An Act To Amend the Inspection Requirement for Facilities for Children and Adults with a National Accreditation
(H.P. 1312) (L.D. 1761)
(10-18) An Act To Amend the Law Regarding Expiration of Disability Plates and Placards and Fees for Recycler Licenses
(H.P. 1313) (L.D. 1762)
(10-19) An Act To Support Child Care for Working Families
(H.P. 1316) (L.D. 1765)
(10-20) An Act To Align the Child and Family Services and Child Protection Act with Federal Law
(H.P. 1320) (L.D. 1769)
(10-21) An Act To Protect Election Integrity by Regulating Possession of Ballots and Voting Machines and Devices
(H.P. 1330) (L.D. 1779)
(C. "A" H-791)
(10-22) An Act To Support Employees of the Riverview Psychiatric Center and the Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center, Including the Riverview Psychiatric Center Outpatient Services Team and the Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center Outpatient Services Team
(H.P. 1333) (L.D. 1792)
(C. "A" H-777)
(10-23) An Act To Amend the Requirements of the Reorganization Plan for the Formation of Regional School Units
(H.P. 1343) (L.D. 1802)
(C. "A" H-805)
(10-24) An Act To Improve Student Access to Postsecondary School Transcripts and Diplomas
(S.P. 656) (L.D. 1838)
(C. "A" S-426)
(10-25) An Act To Allow the Secretary of State To Use an Electronic Lien Titling Program for the Purposes of the Maine Motor Vehicle Certificate of Title and Antitheft Act
(H.P. 1364) (L.D. 1843)
(C. "A" H-798)
(10-26) An Act To Increase the Availability of Assertive Community Treatment Services
(H.P. 1369) (L.D. 1848)
(C. "A" H-799)
(10-27) An Act To Clarify Inspection Requirements for Hospitals and Certain Nursing Facilities
(H.P. 1370) (L.D. 1849)
(C. "A" H-794)
(10-28) An Act To Establish the Maine Emergency Medical Services Community Grant Program
(S.P. 645) (L.D. 1859)
(C. "A" S-446)
(10-29) An Act Regarding the Maine School Safety Center
(H.P. 1380) (L.D. 1870)
(C. "A" H-790)
(10-30) An Act Related to Airboats
(H.P. 1383) (L.D. 1873)
(C. "A" H-795)
(10-31) An Act To Update the Setoffs against Lottery Winnings
(H.P. 1393) (L.D. 1883)
(C. "A" H-800)
(10-32) An Act To Establish the Securities Restitution Assistance Fund for Victims of Securities Violations
(H.P. 1397) (L.D. 1887)
(C. "A" H-801)
(10-33) An Act To Continue Supporting Safe Drinking Water for Maine Families
(H.P. 1401) (L.D. 1891)
(C. "A" H-796)
(10-34) An Act To Make Allocations from Maine Turnpike Authority Funds for the Maine Turnpike Authority for the Calendar Year Ending December 31, 2023
(H.P. 1403) (L.D. 1892)
(C. "A" H-797)
(10-35) An Act Regarding the Use of a Student Athlete's Name, Image, Likeness or Autograph
(S.P. 663) (L.D. 1893)
(C. "A" S-427)
(10-36) An Act To Allow Heating Fuel and Motor Vehicle Fuel Customers To Opt Out of Paper Delivery Tickets
(S.P. 666) (L.D. 1896)
(C. "A" S-451)
(10-37) An Act To Amend Syringe Service Programs
(H.P. 1415) (L.D. 1909)
(C. "A" H-784)
(10-38) An Act To Allow Wine Retailers with 2 or More Licensed Facilities To Freely Transfer Wine between Approved Facilities
(H.P. 1420) (L.D. 1914)
(C. "A" H-792)
(10-39) An Act To Enact the Interstate Counseling Compact To Address Inequities in Access to Clinical Counseling Services and Increase Maine's Provider Workforce
(H.P. 1427) (L.D. 1920)
(C. "A" H-779)
(10-40) An Act To Amend Certain Laws Pertaining to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System
(H.P. 1430) (L.D. 1922)
(C. "A" H-786)
(10-41) An Act To Expand Access to Justice in Rural Maine through Legal Education
(S.P. 679) (L.D. 1924)
(C. "A" S-448)
(10-42) An Act To Provide Assistance to Areas Severely Infested with Browntail Moths
(H.P. 1436) (L.D. 1929)
(S. "A" S-436 to C. "A" H-772)
(10-43) An Act To Promote Electronic Filing of State Agency and Legislative Committee Publications
(H.P. 1452) (L.D. 1947)
(10-44) An Act To Amend the Caribou Utilities District Charter To Include Broadband Services
(S.P. 686) (L.D. 1949)
(10-45) An Act To Update Certain Water Quality Standards and To Reclassify Certain Waters of the State
(S.P. 690) (L.D. 1964)
(C. "A" S-447)
(10-46) An Act To Amend the Charter of the Gray Water District
(S.P. 704) (L.D. 1967)
(10-47) An Act To Establish and Fund the Maine Climate Corps Program Pursuant to Recommendations in the Report Required by Resolve 2021, Chapter 25
(S.P. 706) (L.D. 1974)
(C. "A" S-440)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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Resolves
(10-48) Resolve, To Direct the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry To Develop Recommendations Regarding Nonwater-dependent Floating Structures on Maine's Waters
(H.P. 462) (L.D. 626)
(C. "A" H-803)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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ORDERS OF THE DAY
HOUSE CALENDAR
THURSDAY, MARCH 24, 2022
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. RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine To Establish a Right to a Healthy Environment
(S.P. 196) (L.D. 489)
(C. "A" S-53)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 130th Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order H.P. 1302 on July 19, 2021.
TABLED - May 19, 2021 (Till Later Today) by Representative DUNPHY of Old Town.
PENDING - FINAL PASSAGE.
2. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A" (8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-579) - Report "B" (4) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-580) - Report "C" (1) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES on Bill "An Act To End the Sale of Flavored Tobacco Products"
(H.P. 1155) (L.D. 1550)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 130th Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order H.P. 1302 on July 19, 2021.
TABLED - June 14, 2021 (Till Later Today) by Representative MEYER of Eliot.
PENDING - Motion of same Representative to ACCEPT Report "A" OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED.
3. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (12) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-781) - Minority (1) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING on Bill "An Act To Support Restaurants in the State through Service Charge Revenues"
(H.P. 1388) (L.D. 1878)
TABLED - March 9, 2022 (Till Later Today) by Representative DUNPHY of Old Town.
PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
4. RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine To Explicitly Prohibit Discrimination Based on the Sex of an Individual
(H.P. 242) (L.D. 344)
(C. "A" H-764)
TABLED - March 9, 2022 (Till Later Today) by Representative DUNPHY of Old Town.
PENDING - FINAL PASSAGE.
5. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing the Hall-Dale High School Girls Basketball Team, of Farmingdale
(HLS 647)
TABLED - March 22, 2022 (Till Later Today) by Representative HARNETT of Gardiner.
PENDING - PASSAGE.
6. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing the Camden Hills Regional High School Girls Swim Team, of Rockport
(HLS 651)
TABLED - March 22, 2022 (Till Later Today) by Representative DOUDERA of Camden.
PENDING - PASSAGE.
7. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing the Long Reach Swim Club, of the Bath Area Family YMCA
(HLS 663)
TABLED - March 22, 2022 (Till Later Today) by Representative HEPLER of Woolwich.
PENDING - PASSAGE.
8. Expression of Legislative Sentiment in Memory of Geneva L. Wallace Beals, of Phippsburg
(HLS 665)
TABLED - March 22, 2022 (Till Later Today) by Representative HEPLER of Woolwich.
PENDING - ADOPTION.
9. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-810) - Minority (5) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETYon Bill "An Act To Enhance Use of Critical Incident Stress Management Teams for Firefighters"
(H.P. 1114) (L.D. 1504)
TABLED - March 22, 2022 (Till Later Today) by Representative DUNPHY of Old Town.
PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
10. Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Portions of Chapter 132: Learning Results: Parameters for Essential Instruction, a Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Education (EMERGENCY)
(H.P. 1441) (L.D. 1932)
TABLED - March 22, 2022 (Till Later Today) by Representative DUNPHY of Old Town.
PENDING - FINAL PASSAGE. (Roll Call Ordered)
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STATUTORY ADJOURNMENT DATE April 20, 2022
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(1-1) The following Joint Order: (S.P. 738)
ORDERED, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until the call of the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House, respectively.
Comes from the Senate, READ and PASSED.
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House Supplement No. 2
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. 640) (L.D. 1813) Bill "An Act To Amend the Definition of 'Oversized ATV' To Increase the Minimum Weight Requirement" (EMERGENCY) Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-452)
(7-2) (S.P. 698) (L.D. 1960) Bill "An Act To Make Changes to the Laws Governing the Child Welfare Services Ombudsman Program" Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-453)
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House Supplement No. 3
Divided Report
(6-1) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Refer to the Committee on Health and Human Services on Bill "An Act To Protect the Reproductive Rights and Freedoms of Maine People"
(S.P. 156) (L.D. 811)
Signed:
Senators:
CARNEY of Cumberland
SANBORN of Cumberland
Representatives:
HARNETT of Gardiner
BABBIDGE of Kennebunk
EVANGELOS of Friendship
MORIARTY of Cumberland
RECKITT of South Portland
SHEEHAN of Biddeford
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
KEIM of Oxford
Representatives:
HAGGAN of Hampden
LIBBY of Auburn
POIRIER of Skowhegan
THORNE of Carmel
Representative NEWELL of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports the Majority Refer to the Committee on Health and Human Services Report.
Comes from the Senate with the Majority REFER TO COMMITTEEReport READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill and accompanying papers REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES.
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House Supplement No. 4
PETITIONS, BILLS AND RESOLVES REQUIRING REFERENCE
(3-1) Bill "An Act To Raise the Debt Limit of the Eagle Lake Water and Sewer District" (EMERGENCY)
(H.P. 1514) (L.D. 2033)
Sponsored by Representative MARTIN of Eagle Lake.
Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 205.
Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY suggested and ordered printed.
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House Supplement No. 5
Divided Report
(6-1) Majority Report of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES reporting Ought to Pass on Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Chapter 180: Appliance Efficiency Standards, a Late-filed Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Environmental Protection's Bureau of Air Quality (EMERGENCY)
(H.P. 1507) (L.D. 2026)
Signed:
Senators:
BRENNER of Cumberland
BENNETT of Oxford
CARNEY of Cumberland
Representatives:
TUCKER of Brunswick
BELL of Yarmouth
BLUME of York
BOYLE of Gorham
DOUDERA of Camden
GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach
ZEIGLER of Montville
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Resolve.
Signed:
Representatives:
HANLEY of Pittston
O'CONNOR of Berwick
TUELL of East Machias
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(6-2) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass on Bill "An Act To Implement the Recommendations of the Right To Know Advisory Committee Concerning Public Records Exceptions Related to Research and Aquaculture Leases"
(H.P. 1467) (L.D. 1972)
Signed:
Senators:
CARNEY of Cumberland
KEIM of Oxford
SANBORN of Cumberland
Representatives:
HARNETT of Gardiner
BABBIDGE of Kennebunk
EVANGELOS of Friendship
HAGGAN of Hampden
LIBBY of Auburn
MORIARTY of Cumberland
POIRIER of Skowhegan
RECKITT of South Portland
SHEEHAN of Biddeford
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Representative:
THORNE of Carmel
Representative NEWELL of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports the Majority Ought to Pass Report.
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(6-3) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-829) on Bill "An Act To Promote Equity in Policy Making by Enhancing the State's Ability To Collect, Analyze and Apply Data"
(H.P. 1199) (L.D. 1610)
Signed:
Senators:
BALDACCI of Penobscot
ROSEN of Hancock
Representatives:
MATLACK of St. George
BRYANT of Windham
COPELAND of Saco
PAULHUS of Bath
RISEMAN of Harrison
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Representatives:
DOWNES of Bucksport
GREENWOOD of Wales
HEAD of Bethel
TUELL of East Machias
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House Supplement No. 6
CONSENT CALENDAR
First Day
In accordance with House Rule 519, the following item appeared on the Consent Calendar for the First Day:
(7-1) (H.P. 1491) (L.D. 2005) Bill "An Act Regarding the Reapportionment of the Knox County Budget Committee Districts" (EMERGENCY) Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTreporting Ought to Pass
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Ought to Pass Pursuant to Joint Order
(6-1) Report of the Joint Standing Committee on Transportation on Bill "An Act To Implement the Recommendations of the Motor Vehicle Inspection Working Group"
(S.P. 742) (L.D. 2032)
Reporting Ought to Pass pursuant to Joint Order 2021, S.P. 734.
Comes from the Senate with the Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED.
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House Supplement No. 9
CONSENT CALENDAR
First Day
In accordance with House Rule 519, the following item appeared on the Consent Calendar for the First Day:
(7-1) (H.P. 1476) (L.D. 1990) Bill "An Act Allowing Electric-powered School Buses To Have Distinctively Colored Bumpers, Wheels and Rub Rails" Committee on TRANSPORTATION reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-832)
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(1-1) Resolve, Directing the Department of Transportation To Convene a Study Group To Examine Bridge Safety
(S.P. 707) (L.D. 1976)
Committee on TRANSPORTATION suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, with the Resolve and accompanying papers INDEFINITELY POSTPONED.
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Emergency Measure
(10-1) An Act Related to Oversized All-terrain Vehicles
(S.P. 640) (L.D. 1813)
(C. "A" S-452)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. This being an emergency measure, a two-thirds vote of all the members elected to the House necessary.
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Acts
(10-2) An Act To Modify the Reporting Requirements for Major Contributors to Ballot Question Campaigns and To Make a Technical Change to the Campaign Finance Laws
(S.P. 614) (L.D. 1754)
(C. "A" S-439)
(10-3) An Act To Maintain Consistency among Maine's Nondiscrimination Statutes
(S.P. 624) (L.D. 1786)
(C. "A" S-444)
(10-4) An Act To Make Changes to the Laws Governing the Child Welfare Services Ombudsman Program
(S.P. 698) (L.D. 1960)
(C. "A" S-453)
(10-5) An Act To Promote Home Ownership by Reducing Education Debt
(S.P. 709) (L.D. 1978)
(C. "A" S-437)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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Resolves
(10-6) Resolve, Directing the Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages and Lottery Operations To Evaluate Direct-to-consumer Wine and Spirits Sales
(S.P. 444) (L.D. 1358)
(C. "A" S-441)
(10-7) Resolve, Directing the Family Law Advisory Commission To Develop Options To Improve Preliminary Injunctions in Judicial Separation and Divorce Actions
(S.P. 739) (L.D. 2028)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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