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Maine House of Representatives
2 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0002
Tel. (207) 287-1400
Thursday, April 18, 2019
First Regular Session - Thirty-First Legislative Day
The House Calendar
The Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives
31st Legislative Day
Thursday, April 18, 2019
Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Reverend Tamara Torres, Woodfords Congregational Church, U.C.C., Portland.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Doctor of the day, Robert Chagrasulis, M.D., Casco.
Reading of the Journal of Tuesday, April 16, 2019.
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(1-1) The following Joint Resolution: (S.P. 503)
JOINT RESOLUTION DECLARING APRIL 14, 2019 MAINE AMATEUR RADIO OPERATORS DAY
WHEREAS, there are more than 700,000 licensed amateur radio operators in the United States and approximately 3 million worldwide; and
WHEREAS, more than 4,500 Maine citizens hold amateur radio operators licenses; and
WHEREAS, Maine amateur radio operators provide communications locally and statewide in times of emergency; and
WHEREAS, Maine amateur radio operators provide these services at no cost to local and county governments, State Government and nonprofit organizations; 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, take this opportunity to recognize these dedicated individuals and their valued contributions and to declare April 14, 2019 as Maine Amateur Radio Operators Day.
Comes from the Senate, READ and ADOPTED.
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(1-2) Bill "An Act To Amend the Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code"
(S.P. 480) (L.D. 1543)
Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING suggested and ordered printed.
Comes 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 Create and Sustain Jobs through Development of Cooperatives and Employee-owned Businesses"
(S.P. 469) (L.D. 1520)
Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TAXATION and ordered printed.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 151)
STATE OF MAINE
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
SPEAKER'S OFFICE
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 16, 2019
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt
Clerk of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under House Rule 201.1 (I) (a), I have temporarily appointed Representative Michelle Dunphy of Old Town to the Joint Standing Committee on Labor and Housing, replacing Representative Donna Doore of Augusta, effective immediately.
Please do not hesitate to contact me should you have any questions regarding this temporary appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Sara Gideon
Speaker of the House
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.C. 152)
STATE OF MAINE
CLERK'S OFFICE
2 STATE HOUSE STATION
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 18, 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 Energy, Utilities and Technology has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Hubbell of Bar Harbor, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 1465 An Act To Diversify Maine's Energy Portfolio with Renewable Energy
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Energy, Utilities and Technology has approved the request by the sponsor, Senator Libby of Androscoggin, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 1547 An Act To Use 10 Percent of E-9-1-1 Surcharges To Fund Public Safety Answering Point Staff and Projects
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Transportation has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative McLean of Gorham, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 938 An Act To Provide for Sustainable Transportation in Maine
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt
Clerk of the House
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (S.C. 287)
129TH LEGISLATURE
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
April 16, 2019
Honorable Sara Gideon
Speaker of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Speaker Gideon:
In accordance with 3 MRSA §158 and Joint Rule 506 of the 129th Maine Legislature, please be advised that the Senate today confirmed the following nominations:
Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs,
· Morten Arntzen of Norwalk for reappointment, to the Maine Maritime Academy, Board of Trustees;
· Arthur K. Watson, Jr. of New Canaan for reappointment, to the Maine Maritime Academy, Board of Trustees;
· Mary O. Shea of Brownfield for appointment, to the Maine Maritime Academy, Board of Trustees;
· Jason A. Oney of Falmouth for reappointment, to the Maine Maritime Academy, Board of Trustees.
Best Regards,
S/Darek M. Grant
Secretary of the Senate
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PETITIONS, BILLS AND RESOLVES REQUIRING REFERENCE
(3-1) Bill "An Act To Allow the Dissolution of Regional School Units Composed of a Single Municipality"
(H.P. 1151) (L.D. 1592)
Sponsored by Representative GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach.
Cosponsored by Senator FARRIN of Somerset and Representatives: AUSTIN of Skowhegan, CURTIS of Madison, PERRY of Bangor, Senators: CHENETTE of York, DILL of Penobscot.
(3-2) Bill "An Act To Support Infrastructure Improvements in Schools"
(H.P. 1152) (L.D. 1593)
Sponsored by Representative BRENNAN of Portland.
Cosponsored by Representatives: BERRY of Bowdoinham, CRAVEN of Lewiston, DENK of Kennebunk, STANLEY of Medway.
Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 205.
(3-3) Bill "An Act To Amend the Laws Governing the Educators for Maine Program"
(H.P. 1160) (L.D. 1601)
Sponsored by Representative PIERCE of Falmouth.
Cosponsored by Senator MILLETT of Cumberland and Representatives: DAUGHTRY of Brunswick, FECTEAU of Biddeford, MOONEN of Portland.
Submitted by the Finance Authority of Maine pursuant to Joint Rule 204.
Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-4) Bill "An Act To Establish a Stewardship Program for Consumer Batteries"
(H.P. 1153) (L.D. 1594)
Sponsored by Representative FAY of Raymond.
Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-5) Bill "An Act To Enhance the Child Welfare Ombudsman Program"
(H.P. 1154) (L.D. 1595)
Sponsored by Representative MASTRACCIO of Sanford.
Cosponsored by Senator GRATWICK of Penobscot and Representatives: FAY of Raymond, FECTEAU of Biddeford, GATTINE of Westbrook, HYMANSON of York, KORNFIELD of Bangor, MADIGAN of Waterville, Senators: BELLOWS of Kennebec, BREEN of Cumberland.
Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-6) Bill "An Act To Provide Access to Health Care for Maine Citizens"
(H.P. 1150) (L.D. 1591)
Sponsored by Representative BRENNAN of Portland.
(3-7) Bill "An Act To Allow Certain State Regulators To Lower Fees by Order"
(H.P. 1158) (L.D. 1599)
Sponsored by Representative KESCHL of Belgrade.
Cosponsored by Senator HAMPER of Oxford and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, DILLINGHAM of Oxford, MARTIN of Eagle Lake, MILLETT of Waterford, REED of Carmel, WADSWORTH of Hiram.
Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 205.
Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-8) Bill "An Act To Protect the Liberty of Immigrants and Asylum Seekers in Maine"
(H.P. 1148) (L.D. 1589)
Sponsored by Representative HICKMAN of Winthrop.
Cosponsored by Senator BELLOWS of Kennebec and Representatives: BABBIDGE of Kennebunk, CARDONE of Bangor, CLOUTIER of Lewiston, HARNETT of Gardiner, MORALES of South Portland, RECKITT of South Portland, TALBOT ROSS of Portland, Senator: MIRAMANT of Knox.
(3-9) Bill "An Act To Enhance the Long-term Stability of Certain At-risk Youth" (EMERGENCY)
(H.P. 1155) (L.D. 1596)
Sponsored by Representative BAILEY of Saco.
Cosponsored by Representatives: CLOUTIER of Lewiston, EVANGELOS of Friendship, TALBOT ROSS of Portland.
(3-10) Bill "An Act To Define the Responsibilities of Property Owners for the Maintenance and Repair of Private Roads"
(H.P. 1157) (L.D. 1598)
Sponsored by Representative McLEAN of Gorham.
Cosponsored by Senator POULIOT of Kennebec and Representatives: BAILEY of Saco, MARTIN of Sinclair, Senator: LIBBY of Androscoggin.
Committee on JUDICIARY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-11) Bill "An Act To Create a Registration Process and Permits for Vacation Rentals"
(H.P. 1147) (L.D. 1588)
Sponsored by Representative ZEIGLER of Montville. (BY REQUEST)
Cosponsored by Representatives: ALLEY of Beals, DODGE of Belfast, DOUDERA of Camden, HOBBS of Wells, HUBBELL of Bar Harbor, VEROW of Brewer, Senators: CHIPMAN of Cumberland, CYRWAY of Kennebec.
(3-12) Bill "An Act To Support E-9-1-1 Dispatchers and Corrections Officers Diagnosed with Post-traumatic Stress Disorder"
(H.P. 1159) (L.D. 1600)
Sponsored by Representative DILLINGHAM of Oxford.
Cosponsored by Senator HAMPER of Oxford and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, GATTINE of Westbrook, KESCHL of Belgrade, MILLETT of Waterford, MOONEN of Portland, Senator: DESCHAMBAULT of York.
Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 205.
Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-13) Bill "An Act To Provide a Sales Tax Exemption for Purchases Made by Nonprofit Seasonal Camps"
(H.P. 1156) (L.D. 1597)
Sponsored by Representative SAMPSON of Alfred.
Cosponsored by Representatives: DOLLOFF of Rumford, DRINKWATER of Milford, FOSTER of Dexter, HANLEY of Pittston, McLEAN of Gorham, PRESCOTT of Waterboro.
Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 205.
Committee on TAXATION suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-14) Bill "An Act To Amend the Laws Relating to Harness Racing"
(H.P. 1149) (L.D. 1590)
Sponsored by Representative MAREAN of Hollis.
Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(4-1) On motion of Representative FARNSWORTH of Portland, the following House Order: (H.O. 23)
ORDERED, that Representative Anne M. Carney of Cape Elizabeth be excused April 2 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Thomas H. Martin, Jr. of Greene be excused April 4 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) Ayla Clark, of Biddeford, a Girl Scout 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 394)
(5-2) Camilla Roberge, of Biddeford, a Girl Scout 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 395)
(5-3) Rebecca Hatt, of Biddeford, a Girl Scout 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 396)
(5-4) Nonantum Resort, of Kennebunkport, which has received the Governor's Award for Tourism Excellence. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 397)
(5-5) Lydia A. Clark, of Portland, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2019 graduating class of Deering High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 400)
(5-6) Bilan A. Mohamed, of Portland, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2019 graduating class of Deering High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 401)
(5-7) Meribel Collin, of Portland, a Girl Scout 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 402)
(5-8) Isabelle Densmore, of Gorham, a Girl Scout 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 403)
(5-9) Danielle Irish, of Gorham, a Girl Scout 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 404)
(5-10) Grace Pierce, of Gorham, a Girl Scout 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 405)
(5-11) Jordan Taylor, of Gorham, a Girl Scout 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 406)
(5-12) Emily Feagans, of Gorham, a Girl Scout 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 407)
(5-13) the Bangor Police Department, of Bangor, 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 408)
(5-14) Ecotat Trust, of Hermon, 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 409)
(5-15) Rolf and Anne Staples, of Bangor, 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 410)
(5-16) Friends of Millinocket Memorial Library, of Millinocket, 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 411)
(5-17) Welcome to Housing, of Old Town, 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 412)
(5-18) Veazie Community School PTO, of Veazie, 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 413)
(5-19) Scott Scripture, of Orono, 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 414)
(5-20) Richard Angotti, Jr., of Millinocket, 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 415)
(5-21) Jana Farrington, of Brewer, a Girl Scout 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 416)
(5-22) Emma Butterfield, of Brewer, a Girl Scout 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 417)
(5-23) Harry Pinkham, of Boothbay Harbor, who is retiring after 59 years of service with the Boothbay Region Water District. Mr. Pinkham served as a Boothbay Harbor Water Commissioner and as a Boothbay Region Water District Trustee. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 419)
(5-24) Bob and Tonia Bastey, of Orrington, who are retiring as owners of Bob's Kozy Korner in Orrington after operating the store for 15 years, having built a business known for good food, coffee and conversation and also known for being supportive of members of the community and generous to many individuals and organizations. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 420)
(5-25) Kathleen and Alvin McDonald, of Wilton, for their many years of community service, including over 19 years managing the Wilton Food Cupboard. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 421)
(5-26) the Thomas Memorial Library, in Cape Elizabeth, which is celebrating its 100th Anniversary. The library was founded by William Widgery Thomas, Jr., a teacher and lawyer who went on the serve as an American Ambassador to Sweden and found the town of New Sweden. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 422)
(5-27) Jeremy M. Cole, of Bucksport, on his being named the Eastern Maine Community College Student of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 241)
Presented by Representative CAMPBELL of Orrington.
Cosponsored by Senator ROSEN of Hancock.
(5-28) James C. Greenwood, of Sabattus, a senior at Oak Hill High School, who is a recipient of a 2019 Principal's Award for outstanding academic achievement and citizenship, sponsored by the Maine Principals' Association. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 247)
Presented by Representative MARTIN of Greene.
Cosponsored by Senator TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin.
(5-29) Emily A. Larsen, of Sidney, a senior at Messalonskee High School, who is a recipient of a 2019 Principal's Award for outstanding academic achievement and citizenship, sponsored by the Maine Principals' Association. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 248)
Presented by Representative PERKINS of Oakland.
Cosponsored by Senator POULIOT of Kennebec.
(5-30) Torey J. Levesque, of Presque Isle, a senior at Presque Isle High School, who is a recipient of a 2019 Principal's Award for outstanding academic achievement and citizenship, sponsored by the Maine Principals' Association. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 249)
Presented by Representative STEWART of Presque Isle.
Cosponsored by Senator CARPENTER of Aroostook, Representative McCREA of Fort Fairfield.
(5-31) Kayla Thayer, of Auburn, on her being named the Central Maine Community College Student of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 250)
Presented by Representative BICKFORD of Auburn.
Cosponsored by Senator CLAXTON of Androscoggin, Representative MELARAGNO of Auburn, Representative SHEATS of Auburn, Representative ORDWAY of Standish.
(5-32) The Camden Herald, part of Courier Publications, based in Rockland. The Camden Herald, which serves the communities of Camden, Rockport, Hope, Appleton and Lincolnville, is celebrating its 150th Anniversary. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 251)
Presented by Representative DOUDERA of Camden.
Cosponsored by Senator MIRAMANT of Knox, Senator HERBIG of Waldo, Representative BEEBE-CENTER of Rockland, Representative PLUECKER of Warren, Representative ZEIGLER of Montville.
(5-33) Cindy Leonard, of Rockland, who is retiring as Postmaster of the West Rockport Post Office after nearly 30 years of service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 252)
Presented by Representative DOUDERA of Camden.
Cosponsored by Senator MIRAMANT of Knox, Representative BEEBE-CENTER of Rockland.
(5-34) the Penobscot Valley High School Cheerleading Team, of Howland, which was the Class D North runner-up and won the Class D North Good Sportsmanship Award. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 253)
Presented by Representative HANINGTON of Lincoln.
Cosponsored by Senator DILL of Penobscot.
(5-35) the Penobscot Valley High School Girls Basketball Team, of Howland, which won the Class C North Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 254)
Presented by Representative HANINGTON of Lincoln.
Cosponsored by Senator DILL of Penobscot.
(5-36) the Mattanawcook Academy Cheerleading Squad, of Lincoln, which won the Class C North Good Sportsmanship Award. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 255)
Presented by Representative HANINGTON of Lincoln.
Cosponsored by Senator ROSEN of Hancock.
(5-37) Alec Byron, of Farmingdale, a student and a member of the boys basketball team at Hall-Dale High School, who recently scored his 1,000th career point. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 256)
Presented by Representative HARNETT of Gardiner.
Cosponsored by Senator BELLOWS of Kennebec, Representative WARREN of Hallowell.
(5-38) Ashtyn Abbott, of Farmingdale, a student and a member of the boys basketball team at Hall-Dale High School, who recently scored his 1,000th career point. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 257)
Presented by Representative HARNETT of Gardiner.
Cosponsored by Senator BELLOWS of Kennebec, Representative WARREN of Hallowell.
(5-39) Ashtyn Abbott, of Farmingdale, a senior at Hall-Dale High School, who has been named the Boys Basketball Player of the Year by the Kennebec Journal. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 258)
Presented by Representative HARNETT of Gardiner.
Cosponsored by Senator BELLOWS of Kennebec, Representative WARREN of Hallowell.
(5-40) the Machias Valley News Observer, of Machias, which has received the Community Award from the Machias Bay Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 259)
Presented by Representative TUELL of East Machias.
Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.
(5-41) Wayne and Gail Peters, of Roque Bluffs, who have received the Community Award from the Machias Bay Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 260)
Presented by Representative TUELL of East Machias.
Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.
(5-42) Wanda Alley, of Machias, an employee of Brown, Holmes and Milliken Insurance Agency, who has received the Community Award from the Machias Bay Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 261)
Presented by Representative TUELL of East Machias.
Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.
(5-43) Richard Holbrook Grant, a resident of the Maine Veterans' Home in Machias, who is the recipient of a Certificate of Lifetime Achievement Award from the Maine Health Care Association's Remember ME project, which honors pioneering, innovative and interesting residents living in Maine's long-term care facilities. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 262)
Presented by Representative TUELL of East Machias.
Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington, Representative ALLEY of Beals.
(5-44) Madison Conlin, of Machias, a senior at Machias Memorial High School, who is a recipient of a 2019 Principal's Award for outstanding academic achievement and citizenship, sponsored by the Maine Principals' Association. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 263)
Presented by Representative TUELL of East Machias.
Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.
(5-45) The Village Woodworker, of Oxford, which has received the 2019 Maine Veteran Owned Small Business of the Year Award from the United States Small Business Administration. We extend to owner Brian Warren our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 264)
Presented by Representative DILLINGHAM of Oxford.
Cosponsored by Senator HAMPER of Oxford.
In Memory of:
(5-46) the Honorable Roy Farmer, of Wiscasset, who gave a lifetime of service to the residents of Wiscasset, Lincoln County and the State. Mr. Farmer joined the United States Army in 1945 and served his tour of duty in Germany at the end of World War II in the constabulary forces. He served as selectman for the Town of Wiscasset, served on the town's budget committee, was elected and served in Maine's 98th House of Representatives, served as a trustee of the Wiscasset School District for 25 years, was elected and served 28 years as Lincoln County Register of Probate, was elected and served 2 years as Lincoln County Treasurer, served 30 years as bail commissioner for Lincoln County, was past president of the Lincoln County Board of Trustees, was past president of the Lincoln County Board of Realtors, was past president of the Wiscasset Alumni Association, was a founder and served as vice president of the Wiscasset Industrial Development Corporation, was a corporator for the Bath Savings Institution and the Wiscasset Public Library and served as member of other professional, fraternal and local organizations. He received the 2001 Business Man of the Year Award from the National Republican Congressional Committee's Business Advisory Council. In 2012, he received the Barnes and Smith Lifetime Achievement Award from the Wiscasset Chamber of Commerce and was awarded the Town of Wiscasset Business Recognition Award, and the 2012 Wiscasset Town Report was dedicated to him. Mr. Farmer will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(SLS 418)
(5-47) Joseph J. Casalinova, Jr., of Oxford, a veteran of the United States Army and a master builder. Mr. Casalinova owned Building Solutions, LLC, in Oxford. He was the current vice commander of Anderson-Staples American Legion Post #112 and a member of the Oxford Historical Society. Mr. Casalinova will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends;
(HLS 265)
Presented by Representative DILLINGHAM of Oxford.
Cosponsored by Senator HAMPER of Oxford.
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Divided Report
(6-1) Majority Report of the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-37) on Bill "An Act To Amend the Law Governing MaineCare Coverage of Chiropractic Treatment"
(S.P. 41) (L.D. 154)
Signed:
Senators:
CLAXTON of Androscoggin
MOORE of Washington
Representatives:
CRAVEN of Lewiston
GRIFFIN of Levant
JAVNER of Chester
MADIGAN of Waterville
O'CONNOR of Berwick
PERRY of Calais
TALBOT ROSS of Portland
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
GRATWICK of Penobscot
Representatives:
HYMANSON of York
MEYER of Eliot
STOVER of Boothbay
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-37).
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(6-2) Majority Report of the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act To Create a Youth Wage"
(S.P. 244) (L.D. 808)
Signed:
Senators:
BELLOWS of Kennebec
LAWRENCE of York
Representatives:
SYLVESTER of Portland
CARNEY of Cape Elizabeth
CUDDY of Winterport
DOORE of Augusta
PEOPLES of Westbrook
RYKERSON of Kittery
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
GUERIN of Penobscot
Representatives:
AUSTIN of Gray
BRADSTREET of Vassalboro
LOCKMAN of Bradley
MORRIS of Turner
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 LABOR AND HOUSING reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act To Help Small Employers by Making the Minimum Wage Increase More Gradual in Nonurban Areas"
(S.P. 330) (L.D. 1098)
Signed:
Senators:
BELLOWS of Kennebec
LAWRENCE of York
Representatives:
SYLVESTER of Portland
CARNEY of Cape Elizabeth
CUDDY of Winterport
DOORE of Augusta
PEOPLES of Westbrook
RYKERSON of Kittery
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-40) on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
GUERIN of Penobscot
Representatives:
AUSTIN of Gray
BRADSTREET of Vassalboro
LOCKMAN of Bradley
MORRIS of Turner
Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASSReport READ and ACCEPTED.
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(6-4) Majority Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act To Allow Local Flexibility in Teacher Assignment To Enhance Student Achievement"
(H.P. 493) (L.D. 672)
Signed:
Senators:
MILLETT of Cumberland
CARSON of Cumberland
Representatives:
KORNFIELD of Bangor
BRENNAN of Portland
DODGE of Belfast
FARNSWORTH of Portland
INGWERSEN of Arundel
McCREA of Fort Fairfield
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Representatives:
DRINKWATER of Milford
FECTEAU of Augusta
RUDNICKI of Fairfield
SAMPSON of Alfred
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(6-5) Majority Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act To Restrict Cell Phone Use by Students While in School"
(H.P. 720) (L.D. 965)
Signed:
Senators:
MILLETT of Cumberland
CARSON of Cumberland
POULIOT of Kennebec
Representatives:
KORNFIELD of Bangor
BRENNAN of Portland
DODGE of Belfast
FARNSWORTH of Portland
FECTEAU of Augusta
INGWERSEN of Arundel
McCREA of Fort Fairfield
RUDNICKI of Fairfield
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Representatives:
DRINKWATER of Milford
SAMPSON of Alfred
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(6-6) Majority Report of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act To Authorize Consumers Located Adjacent to Electric Power Generators To Obtain Power Directly"
(H.P. 783) (L.D. 1060)
Signed:
Senators:
LAWRENCE of York
MIRAMANT of Knox
WOODSOME of York
Representatives:
BERRY of Bowdoinham
CAIAZZO of Scarborough
DOUDERA of Camden
FOSTER of Dexter
GROHOSKI of Ellsworth
HANLEY of Pittston
KESSLER of South Portland
RILEY of Jay
RYKERSON of Kittery
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Representative:
GRIGNON of Athens
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(6-7) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-97) on Bill "An Act To Allow and Recognize a Legal Name Change upon Marriage"
(H.P. 9) (L.D. 8)
Signed:
Senators:
CARPENTER of Aroostook
BELLOWS of Kennebec
Representatives:
BAILEY of Saco
BABBIDGE of Kennebunk
CARDONE of Bangor
CURTIS of Madison
DeVEAU of Caribou
EVANGELOS of Friendship
HAGGAN of Hampden
HARNETT of Gardiner
RECKITT of South Portland
TALBOT ROSS of Portland
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
KEIM of Oxford
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(6-8) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-98) on Bill "An Act Regarding Qualifications for District Attorneys"
(H.P. 397) (L.D. 540)
Signed:
Senators:
CARPENTER of Aroostook
BELLOWS of Kennebec
KEIM of Oxford
Representatives:
BAILEY of Saco
BABBIDGE of Kennebunk
CARDONE of Bangor
EVANGELOS of Friendship
HAGGAN of Hampden
HARNETT of Gardiner
RECKITT of South Portland
TALBOT ROSS of Portland
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-99) on same Bill.
Signed:
Representatives:
CURTIS of Madison
DeVEAU of Caribou
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(6-9) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass on Bill "An Act To Amend the Laws Governing the Circumstances of Death That Must Be Reported to the Office of Chief Medical Examiner"
(H.P. 494) (L.D. 673)
Signed:
Senators:
CARPENTER of Aroostook
BELLOWS of Kennebec
Representatives:
BAILEY of Saco
BABBIDGE of Kennebunk
CARDONE of Bangor
CURTIS of Madison
EVANGELOS of Friendship
HARNETT of Gardiner
RECKITT of South Portland
TALBOT ROSS of Portland
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
KEIM of Oxford
Representatives:
DeVEAU of Caribou
HAGGAN of Hampden
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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) (S.P. 17) (L.D. 53) Bill "An Act To Clarify Local Referendum Ballots" Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-41)
(7-2) (S.P. 29) (L.D. 76) Bill "An Act To Strengthen the Integrity of the Legislature by Extending the Waiting Period before Legislators May Engage in Any Amount of Compensated Lobbying" Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRSreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-43)
(7-3) (S.P. 45) (L.D. 158) Bill "An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Beano" Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-42)
(7-4) (H.P. 829) (L.D. 1140) Bill "An Act To Improve the Investigation and Prosecution of Sexual Assault Cases" Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY reporting Ought to Pass
(7-5) (H.P. 191) (L.D. 228) Bill "An Act To Expedite the Issuance of Alcohol and Drug Counseling Licenses" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-103)
(7-6) (H.P. 495) (L.D. 674) Bill "An Act To Improve the E-9-1-1 System" Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-100)
(7-7) (H.P. 714) (L.D. 959) Bill "An Act To Increase Funding for the Maine Lakes Society 'LakeSmart' Program and the Lake Stewards of Maine Volunteer Lake Monitoring Program" Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-102)
(7-8) (H.P. 745) (L.D. 1003) Bill "An Act To Ensure Accurate Explanations of Electric Bills" Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-101)
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Emergency Measure
(10-1) An Act To Provide a Source of Funding for the ATV Recreational Management Fund and To Establish the ATV Enforcement Fund
(H.P. 175) (L.D. 212)
(C. "A" H-86)
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 Increase the Number of Clubs That May Be Issued a Special Dog Training Area License
(H.P. 385) (L.D. 528)
(C. "A" H-69)
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 Amend the Charter of the City of Brewer High School District
(H.P. 451) (L.D. 623)
(C. "A" H-71)
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, Regarding Legislative Review of Chapter 26: Producer Margins, a Major Substantive Rule of the Maine Milk Commission
(H.P. 25) (L.D. 24)
(C. "A" H-76)
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 101: MaineCare Benefits Manual, Chapter III, Section 29: Allowances for Support Services for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder, a Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Health and Human Services
(H.P. 85) (L.D. 99)
(C. "A" H-63)
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, Regarding Legislative Review of Portions of Chapter 320: Electric Transmission and Distribution Utility Service Standards, a Major Substantive Rule of the Public Utilities Commission
(H.P. 159) (L.D. 196)
(C. "A" H-75)
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, Regarding Legislative Review of Portions of Chapter 101: MaineCare Benefits Manual, Chapter III, Section 21: Allowances for Home and Community Benefits for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder, a Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Health and Human Services
(H.P. 206) (L.D. 282)
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 101: ConnectME Authority, a Major Substantive Rule of the ConnectME Authority
(H.P. 292) (L.D. 383)
(C. "A" H-74)
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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Mandate
(10-9) An Act To Prevent Food Shaming in Maine's Public Schools
(H.P. 130) (L.D. 167)
(C. "A" H-91)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. In accordance with the provisions of Section 21 of Article IX of the Constitution, a two-thirds vote of all the members elected to the House necessary.
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Acts
(10-10) An Act To Clarify Game of Chance Licensing Requirements
(H.P. 35) (L.D. 34)
(C. "A" H-92)
(10-11) An Act To Address the Unmet Workforce Needs of Employers and To Improve the Economic Future of Workers
(H.P. 121) (L.D. 139)
(C. "A" H-82)
(10-12) An Act To Prohibit the Possession and Use of Electronic Smoking Devices on School Grounds
(S.P. 39) (L.D. 152)
(C. "A" S-32)
(10-13) An Act To Create the Water Resources Planning Committee
(H.P. 162) (L.D. 199)
(C. "A" H-87)
(10-14) An Act To Prohibit the Use of Certain Disposable Food Service Containers
(H.P. 213) (L.D. 289)
(H. "A" H-55 to C. "A" H-49)
(10-15) An Act To Clarify the Temporary Medical Allowance Relating to Lobster and Crab Fishing Licenses
(H.P. 266) (L.D. 340)
(C. "A" H-70)
(10-16) An Act To Allow for Greater Flexibility in Addressing Energy Efficiency Needs in the State
(H.P. 307) (L.D. 398)
(C. "A" H-73)
(10-17) An Act To Establish Regional School Leadership Academies
(H.P. 315) (L.D. 406)
(C. "A" H-84)
(10-18) An Act To Provide Funding for the Naval Museum and Gardens in Brunswick
(H.P. 454) (L.D. 626)
(C. "A" H-64)
(10-19) An Act To Reduce the Incidence of Obesity and Chronic Disease in the State
(S.P. 219) (L.D. 706)
(C. "A" S-33)
(10-20) An Act To Support the Northern New England Poison Center
(H.P. 550) (L.D. 745)
(C. "A" H-67)
(10-21) An Act To Ensure the Availability of In-person Visitation in County Jails
(H.P. 572) (L.D. 767)
(10-22) An Act Regarding the Duties of the Public Advocate
(S.P. 243) (L.D. 807)
(C. "A" S-38)
(10-23) An Act To Advance the Restoration of the Penobscot River
(S.P. 253) (L.D. 817)
(C. "A" S-34)
(10-24) An Act To Increase Accountability for Wage Violations
(H.P. 631) (L.D. 857)
(C. "A" H-78)
(10-25) An Act Regarding the Regulation of Rabbit Production for Local Consumption
(H.P. 694) (L.D. 939)
(C. "A" H-88)
(10-26) An Act Regarding the Number of Agency Liquor Store Licenses Permitted in a Municipality
(H.P. 801) (L.D. 1078)
(C. "A" H-96)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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Resolves
(10-27) Resolve, To Encourage the Commissioner of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife To Establish a Youth Turkey Hunting Day during the Fall Season
(H.P. 34) (L.D. 33)
(C. "A" H-68)
(10-28) Resolve, To Establish a Medically Tailored Food Pilot Project
(S.P. 138) (L.D. 474)
(C. "A" S-36)
(10-29) Resolve, To Create a Flag To Recognize the Bicentennial of the State
(H.P. 508) (L.D. 687)
(C. "A" H-72)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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ORDERS OF THE DAY
HOUSE CALENDAR
THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2019
The following matters, in the consideration of which the House was engaged at the time of adjournment, have preference in the Orders of the Day and continue with such preference until disposed of as provided by House Rule 502.
1. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing The Row House, Inc., of Hallowell
(HLS 79)
TABLED - February 21, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative WARREN of Hallowell.
PENDING - PASSAGE.
2. 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.
3. Resolve, To Require the Approval by the Public Utilities Commission of a Proposal for a Long-term Contract for Deep-water Offshore Wind Energy (EMERGENCY)
(S.P. 284) (L.D. 994)
- In Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY.
TABLED - March 14, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative FECTEAU of Biddeford.
PENDING - REFERENCE IN CONCURRENCE.
4. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Betsy Parsons, of South Portland
(HLS 165)
TABLED - March 28, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative MORALES of South Portland.
PENDING - PASSAGE.
5. JOINT RESOLUTION MEMORIALIZING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES AND THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO LEAD A GLOBAL EFFORT TO PREVENT NUCLEAR WAR
(S.P. 448)
- In Senate, READ and ADOPTED.
TABLED - April 4, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative FECTEAU of Biddeford.
PENDING - ADOPTION. (Roll Call Ordered)
6. Bill "An Act To Respect the Will of Maine Voters by Funding Education at 55 Percent"
(H.P. 1100) (L.D. 1508)
(Committee on TAXATION suggested)
TABLED - April 4, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative TIPPING of Orono.
PENDING - REFERENCE.
7. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Jon and Rosemary Hentz, of Georgetown
(HLS 207)
TABLED - April 11, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative HEPLER of Woolwich.
PENDING - PASSAGE.
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STATUTORY ADJOURNMENT DATE June 19, 2019
State of Maine
House of Representatives
129th Legislature
First Regular Session
HOUSE ADVANCE JOURNAL AND CALENDAR
http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar
House Supplement No. 1
(1-1) The following Joint Order: (S.P. 507)
ORDERED, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 10:00 in the Morning.
Comes from the Senate, READ and PASSED.
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State of Maine
House of Representatives
129th Legislature
First Regular Session
HOUSE ADVANCE JOURNAL AND CALENDAR
http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar
House Supplement No. 2
(1-1) Bill "An Act To Authorize General Fund Bond Issues To Improve Highways, Bridges and Multimodal Facilities"
(S.P. 510) (L.D. 1604)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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(1-2) Bill "An Act To Improve Cell Phone Service in Underserved Areas by Installing Wireless Base Stations at State-owned Facilities"
(S.P. 509) (L.D. 1603)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY and ordered printed.
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(1-3) Resolve, Establishing the Working Group on Mental Health (EMERGENCY)
(S.P. 508) (L.D. 1602)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-4) Bill "An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Nominations of County Commissioners, the Terms of County Commissioners and County Commissioner Districts"
(S.P. 506) (L.D. 1587)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT and ordered printed.
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