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The Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives
The Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives
34th Legislative Day
Tuesday, April 30, 2019
Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Father Jud Pealer, St. Michael's Episcopal Church, Auburn.
National Anthem by Mount View Chamber Singers, Mount View Junior High and High School, Thorndike.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Reading of the Journal of Thursday, April 25, 2019.
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(1-1) Bill "An Act To Prevent Medicaid Payment from a Savings Account Established under the Federal ABLE Act of 2014"
(S.P. 526) (L.D. 1637)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 156)
CLERK'S OFFICE
2 STATE HOUSE STATION
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 30, 2019
Honorable Sara Gideon
Speaker of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Speaker Gideon:
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the following Joint Standing Committees have voted unanimously to report the following bills out "Ought Not to Pass:"
Education and Cultural Affairs
L.D. 438 An Act To Allow the Creation of New Innovative School Models by Removing the Cap on the Number of Authorized Charter Schools
L.D. 714 An Act To Prohibit Public Charter Schools from Expending Funds for Advertising
L.D. 1152 An Act To Make the Maine Educational Assessment Optional for Kindergarten to Grade 8
Health and Human Services
L.D. 476 Resolve, To Review the Delivery of Services to the Citizens of the State by the Department of Health and Human Services
L.D. 551 An Act To Ban Nicotine Liquid Containers
L.D. 552 An Act Relating to Penalties for an Employer for the Retail Sale of Tobacco Products to a Minor when the Employer Possesses a Driver's License Reader
L.D. 986 An Act To Expand Lead Inspections to Other Properties of the Owner of a Property Determined to Contain Lead
L.D. 1032 An Act To Ensure Sufficient Representation of Adults Receiving Mental Health Services on Local Councils within the Consumer Council System of Maine
L.D. 1132 An Act To Provide Additional Food Supplement Assistance for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities
L.D. 1235 An Act To Increase Safety in Health Care Facilities
L.D. 1308 An Act To Better Fund Nursing Homes in the State To Better Help the Elderly and Disabled
L.D. 1309 An Act To Index MaineCare Reimbursement to Nursing Homes and Other Adult Care Facilities to Increases in the Minimum Wage
L.D. 1360 Resolve, To Expand Eligibility for Presumptive Eligibility Determinations by Hospitals
Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services
L.D. 1402 An Act To Allow State-chartered Credit Unions To Service Medical and Adult Use Marijuana Business Accounts (EMERGENCY)
Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
L.D. 74 An Act To Reform Maine's Fish and Wildlife Management System
L.D. 339 An Act To Prohibit Unattended Watercraft on Open Water
Taxation
L.D. 444 An Act To Fully Restore Revenue Sharing (EMERGENCY)
L.D. 645 RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine To Cap the Property Tax on the Primary Residence of Certain Residents Who Are 65 Years of Age or Older
L.D. 751 An Act To Reinstate the State Property Tax Deferral Program for Maine's Senior Homeowners
L.D. 812 An Act To Stabilize Property Taxes on Homesteads of Individuals Who Are 66 Years of Age or Older
L.D. 1278 RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine Requiring the State To Share Not Less Than 5 Percent of State Sales and Income Tax Revenue with Municipalities
Veterans and Legal Affairs
L.D. 1196 RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine To Implement Ranked-choice Voting
L.D. 1365 RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine To Provide for the Election of the Governor by Majority Vote
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt
Clerk of House
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.C. 157)
STATE OF MAINE
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
SPEAKER'S OFFICE
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 30, 2019
Honorable Robert B. Hunt
Clerk of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Please be advised that pursuant to her authority, Governor Janet T. Mills has nominated the following:
On April 26, 2019
The Honorable Nancy Carlson of Dixfield, for reappointment as a District Court Judge.
Pursuant to Title 4, MRSA §157, this reappointment is contingent on the Maine Senate confirmation after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Judiciary.
The Honorable Joseph Field of Freeport, for reappointment as an Active Retired Judge of the Maine District Court.
Pursuant to Title 4, MRSA §157-B, this reappointment is contingent on the Maine Senate confirmation after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Judiciary.
Sincerely,
S/Sara Gideon
Speaker of the House
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (S.C. 321)
129TH LEGISLATURE
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
April 25, 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 Transportation,
· John E. Dority of Augusta for reappointment, to the Maine Turnpike Authority, Board of Directors;
· The Honorable Daniel E. Wathen of Augusta for reappointment, to the Maine Turnpike Authority, Board of Directors
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 Promote Equitable and Responsible Broadband Investment"
(H.P. 1187) (L.D. 1651)
Sponsored by Representative STEWART of Presque Isle.
Cosponsored by Representatives: FOSTER of Dexter, HANLEY of Pittston, O'CONNOR of Berwick, WADSWORTH of Hiram, Senator: WOODSOME of York.
Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-2) Bill "An Act To Improve and Modernize Home-based Care"
(H.P. 1191) (L.D. 1655)
Sponsored by Representative MEYER of Eliot.
Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington and Representatives: MADIGAN of Waterville, PERRY of Calais, STOVER of Boothbay.
Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-3) Bill "An Act To Strengthen Consumer Protections in Health Care"
(H.P. 1186) (L.D. 1650)
Sponsored by Representative TIPPING of Orono.
Cosponsored by Senator SANBORN, L. of Cumberland and Representatives: BROOKS of Lewiston, FOLEY of Biddeford, MADIGAN of Waterville, MARTIN of Eagle Lake, MELARAGNO of Auburn, TEPLER of Topsham, Senator: GRATWICK of Penobscot.
(3-4) Bill "An Act To Require Certain Health Care Providers To Provide Patients Detailed Information on the Risks Associated with the Use of Opioid Medications and Schedule II Drugs"
(H.P. 1192) (L.D. 1666)
Sponsored by Representative PICKETT of Dixfield.
Cosponsored by Senator FOLEY of York and Representatives: ANDREWS of Paris, JAVNER of Chester, MADIGAN of Waterville, MORALES of South Portland, MORRIS of Turner, PRESCOTT of Waterboro, TEPLER of Topsham, WARREN of Hallowell.
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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(3-5) Resolve, Establishing the Conference To Address and Improve Relations between Maine Indian Tribes and the Legislature
(H.P. 1189) (L.D. 1653)
Sponsored by Representative DILLINGHAM of Oxford.
Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook and Representatives: COLLINGS of Portland, MARTIN of Greene, MOONEN of Portland, O'CONNOR of Berwick, STEWART of Presque Isle, Senator: DOW of Lincoln.
Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 205.
Committee on JUDICIARY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-6) Bill "An Act To Create Veteran-friendly Workplaces"
(H.P. 1190) (L.D. 1654)
Sponsored by Representative COLLINGS of Portland.
Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-7) Bill "An Act To Increase Salaries for Elected State Officials and To Amend the Laws Governing the State Compensation Commission"
(H.P. 1193) (L.D. 1667)
Sponsored by Representative BABBIDGE of Kennebunk.
Cosponsored by Senator GRATWICK of Penobscot and Representatives: HYMANSON of York, McCREIGHT of Harpswell, MOONEN of Portland, O'NEIL of Saco, RECKITT of South Portland, STANLEY of Medway, TUCKER of Brunswick.
Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-8) Bill "An Act To Make Technical Changes to the Taxation of Marijuana" (EMERGENCY)
(H.P. 1188) (L.D. 1652)
Sponsored by Representative TIPPING of Orono.
Submitted by the Department of Administrative and Financial Services pursuant to Joint Rule 204.
Committee on TAXATION suggested and ordered printed.
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(4-1) On motion of Representative BERRY of Bowdoinham, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 1184) (Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook and Representatives: Speaker GIDEON of Freeport, HYMANSON of York, TEPLER of Topsham, Senators: GRATWICK of Penobscot, LAWRENCE of York, MOORE of Washington, SANBORN, H. of Cumberland, VITELLI of Sagadahoc) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 214)
JOINT RESOLUTION MEMORIALIZING THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES AND THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO ALLOW THE IMPORTATION OF AFFORDABLE AND SAFE PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
WE, your Memorialists, the Members of the One Hundred and Twenty-ninth Legislature of the State of Maine now assembled in the First Regular Session, most respectfully present and petition the President of the United States and the United States Congress as follows:
WHEREAS, Maine residents have a high median age and a low median income and are especially vulnerable to high prescription drug costs; and
WHEREAS, in Canada, within walking distance of Maine's border, the same medications used by Maine residents, manufactured by the same companies in the same factories, are available for a fraction of the price charged in the United States; and
WHEREAS, Maine has previously allowed the personal importation of safe prescription medications, which saved residents and businesses as much as half the cost of their medications, significantly decreasing their health care and insurance costs; and
WHEREAS, Maine's ability to import such medications has since been blocked by federal law, thus inserting the Federal Government between Maine people and potentially lifesaving medications while also preventing free-market competition from working to benefit consumers; and
WHEREAS, in 2014, Americans spent $1,112 per person on prescription drugs while Canadians spent $772 and Danes spent $325, and nearly one in three Americans have been unable to afford the medicine they were prescribed at some point in their lives; and
WHEREAS, multiple members of Congress from both major political parties, including Maine's delegation, have introduced legislation to allow wholesalers, pharmacies and individuals to import qualifying prescription drugs from licensed sellers in Canada and other member nations of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, using standards for the approval and sale of such medications comparable to those in the United States, that are purchased from an entity certified by the United States Food and Drug Administration and that have the same active ingredient, strength and route of administration as drugs approved in the United States; and
WHEREAS, the President's health care proposal prior to his election read as follows: "Congress will need the courage to step away from the special interests and do what is right for Americans...Allowing consumers access to imported, safe and dependable drugs from overseas will bring more options to consumers"; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, your Memorialists, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to respectfully request that the President of the United States and the United States Congress enact legislation to allow the importation of safe, affordable prescription medications from Canada and other Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development nations; and be it further
RESOLVED: That suitable copies of this resolution, duly authenticated by the Secretary of State, be transmitted to the Honorable Donald J. Trump, President of the United States; the President of the United States Senate; the Speaker of the House of Representatives of the United States; and each Member of the Maine Congressional Delegation.
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(4-2) On motion of Representative HARNETT of Gardiner, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 1195) (Cosponsored by Senator BELLOWS of Kennebec and Representatives: BABBIDGE of Kennebunk, DeVEAU of Caribou, DODGE of Belfast, EVANGELOS of Friendship, Senator: KEIM of Oxford)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING APRIL 2019 AS SARCOIDOSIS AWARENESS MONTH
WHEREAS, sarcoidosis is a potentially debilitating and deadly multiorgan inflammatory disease that is estimated to affect 200,000 people in the United States; and
WHEREAS, the signs and symptoms of sarcoidosis vary widely depending on the person and organs affected and can include debilitating fatigue; shortness of breath; difficulties with balance and coordination; irregular heartbeat; visual problems, including blindness; pain affecting joints and muscles; weakness or numbness of limbs; skin rash and discoloration; mood disorders such as depression and anxiety; organ failure; and sleep difficulties;and
WHEREAS, sarcoidosis can affect anyone but is most common among adults between the ages of 20 and 40, with a higher incidence among African Americans; and
WHEREAS, research suggests the cause of sarcoidosis is a combination of genetic and environmental factors, but the exact cause and progression of the disease is still unknown;and
WHEREAS, sarcoidosis is a diagnosis of exclusion as there is no objective test, biomarker, known cause or cure; and
WHEREAS, volunteers, researchers, caregivers and medical professionals are working to improve the quality of life and prognosis of persons living with sarcoidosis and their families;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 April 2019 as Sarcoidosis Awareness Month.
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SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR
In accordance with House Rule 519 and Joint Rule 213, the following items:
Recognizing:
(5-1) Su Chen and Man San Tse, of Bethel, owners of Kowloon Village Chinese Restaurant, who have received the Service, Retail, and Hospitality Professional of the Year Award from the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 441)
(5-2) Jewel Clark, of Bethel, who has received the Henry H. Hastings Award for Citizenship from the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 442)
(5-3) Bonnie Pooley, of Albany Township, who has received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 443)
(5-4) Bruce Pierce, of Newry, a member of the Newry Fire Department, who has received the Public Service Award from the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 444)
(5-5) Randy Bennett, of Bethel, Executive Director and Curator of Collections for the Museums of the Bethel Historical Society, who has received the Non-Profit Leadership Award from the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 445)
(5-6) Savage Contracting, Inc., of Bethel, which has received the Business of the Year Award from the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 446)
(5-7) Georgia Piawlock, of Bryant Pond, who has received the Student Citizenship Award from the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 447)
(5-8) Loretta Long and Brady Chapman, of Rumford, who have received the Special Recognition Award from the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 448)
(5-9) McKinley Braley, of Bethel, who has received the Student Citizenship Award from the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 449)
(5-10) Glen Langley, of Bryant Pond, who has received the Woods and Waters Stewardship Award from the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 450)
(5-11) Luke Heibert, of Bethel, owner of Sport Thoma, who has received the Rising Star Entrepreneur Award from the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 451)
(5-12) Angie Carroll, of Greenwood, an employee of Mt. Abram Ski Resort, who has received the Alpine Ski Industry Professional of the Year Award from the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 452)
(5-13) Sarah Toko Weafer, of Bethel, Project Manager at Bethel Village Trails, who has received the Nordic Ski Industry Professional of the Year Award from the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 453)
(5-14) Heidi Bullen, of Bethel, a teacher at Crescent Park School, who has received the Educational Professional of the Year Award from the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 454)
(5-15) Aaron Cross, of Morrill, a sergeant with the Maine Warden Service, who has been named Game Warden Supervisor of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 455)
(5-16) Nancy Palmer Van Dyke, of Edgecomb, recipient of a Rotary Lifetime Achievement Award, who is retiring from nursing after over 25 years of service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 299)
Presented by Representative STOVER of Boothbay.
Cosponsored by Senator DOW of Lincoln.
(5-17) Clay Gleason, of Waterboro, principal of Hollis Elementary School, who has received the National Association of Elementary School Principals 2019 National Distinguished Principal Award. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 300)
Presented by Representative MAREAN of Hollis.
Cosponsored by Senator WOODSOME of York, Representative PRESCOTT of Waterboro.
(5-18) Helene Whitaker, of Old Orchard Beach, 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;
(HLS 301)
Presented by Representative GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach.
Cosponsored by Senator CHENETTE of York.
(5-19) Louise Reid, of Old Orchard Beach, who has been recognized by the Town of Old Orchard Beach for her public service with Community Friendly Connection. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 302)
Presented by Representative GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach.
Cosponsored by Senator CHENETTE of York.
(5-20) Pat Brown, of Old Orchard Beach, 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;
(HLS 303)
Presented by Representative GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach.
Cosponsored by Senator CHENETTE of York.
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Refer to the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources
Pursuant to Joint Order
(6-1) Representative TUCKER for the Joint Standing Committee on Environment and Natural Resources on Bill "An Act To Implement Recommendations of the Department of Environmental Protection Regarding the State's Product Stewardship Program Framework Laws"
(H.P. 1185) (L.D. 1649)
Reporting that it be REFERRED to the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES pursuant to Joint Order 2019, H.P. 883.
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Refer to the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources
Pursuant to Joint Order
(6-2) Representative TUCKER for the Joint Standing Committee on Environment and Natural Resources on Bill "An Act To Implement Recommendations of the Department of Environmental Protection Regarding the State's Mercury-added Lamp Law"
(H.P. 1194) (L.D. 1668)
Reporting that it be REFERRED to the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES pursuant to Joint Order 2019, H.P. 883.
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Change of Committee
(6-3) Representative SYLVESTER from the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING on Bill "An Act To Create a Low-barrier, Permanent Housing Rental Subsidy for Individuals in the State Experiencing Long-term Homelessness"
(H.P. 865) (L.D. 1201)
Reporting that it be REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES.
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Divided Report
(6-4) Majority Report of the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-48) on Bill "An Act To Prohibit a Person under 18 Years of Age from Being Charged with the Crime of Engaging in Prostitution"
(S.P. 170) (L.D. 548)
Signed:
Senators:
DESCHAMBAULT of York
CARPENTER of Aroostook
ROSEN of Hancock
Representatives:
WARREN of Hallowell
BEEBE-CENTER of Rockland
COOPER of Yarmouth
COREY of Windham
COSTAIN of Plymouth
MORALES of South Portland
PICKETT of Dixfield
RECKITT of South Portland
SHARPE of Durham
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Representative:
JOHANSEN of Monticello
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-48).
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(6-5) Majority Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-59) on Bill "An Act To Provide for a Professional Wage and Support for New Educators"
(S.P. 264) (L.D. 898)
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 as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (S-60) on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
POULIOT of Kennebec
Representatives:
DRINKWATER of Milford
RUDNICKI of Fairfield
SAMPSON of Alfred
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-59).
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(6-6) Majority Report of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-20) on Bill "An Act To Increase the Handling Fee for Beverage Containers Reimbursed to Redemption Centers"
(S.P. 60) (L.D. 248)
Signed:
Senators:
CARSON of Cumberland
CHENETTE of York
Representatives:
TUCKER of Brunswick
CAMPBELL of Orrington
FAY of Raymond
GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach
HOBBS of Wells
SKOLFIELD of Weld
ZEIGLER of Montville
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
FOLEY of York
Representatives:
JOHANSEN of Monticello
LYFORD of Eddington
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-20) AS AMENDED BY SENATE AMENDMENT "A" (S-56)thereto.
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(6-7) Majority Report of the Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act To Restore Funding for the Capital Riverfront Improvement District"
(S.P. 263) (L.D. 897)
Signed:
Senators:
HERBIG of Waldo
GUERIN of Penobscot
Representatives:
AUSTIN of Gray
BABINE of Scarborough
CROCKETT of Portland
HANDY of Lewiston
PERRY of Bangor
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-62) on same Bill.
Signed:
Representative:
HIGGINS of Dover-Foxcroft
Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASSReport READ and ACCEPTED.
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(6-8) Majority Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-173) on Bill "An Act To Strengthen Resource Sharing and Access to Library Materials among Maine Libraries"
(H.P. 838) (L.D. 1149)
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 Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
POULIOT of Kennebec
Representatives:
DRINKWATER of Milford
FECTEAU of Augusta
RUDNICKI of Fairfield
SAMPSON of Alfred
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(6-9) Majority Report of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-166) on Bill "An Act Concerning Pavement Sealing Products"
(H.P. 670) (L.D. 906)
Signed:
Senator:
CARSON of Cumberland
Representatives:
TUCKER of Brunswick
BLUME of York
FAY of Raymond
GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach
HOBBS of Wells
ZEIGLER of Montville
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
FOLEY of York
Representatives:
CAMPBELL of Orrington
LYFORD of Eddington
SKOLFIELD of Weld
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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-167) on Bill "An Act Regarding the Sale and Release or Abandonment of Balloons"
(H.P. 692) (L.D. 937)
Signed:
Senators:
CARSON of Cumberland
CHENETTE of York
FOLEY of York
Representatives:
TUCKER of Brunswick
BLUME of York
FAY of Raymond
GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach
HOBBS of Wells
ZEIGLER of Montville
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Representatives:
CAMPBELL of Orrington
JOHANSEN of Monticello
LYFORD of Eddington
SKOLFIELD of Weld
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(6-11) Majority Report of the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-156) on Bill "An Act To Fund Maine's School-based Health Centers"
(H.P. 301) (L.D. 392)
Signed:
Senators:
GRATWICK of Penobscot
CLAXTON of Androscoggin
MOORE of Washington
Representatives:
HYMANSON of York
CRAVEN of Lewiston
MADIGAN of Waterville
MEYER of Eliot
PERRY of Calais
STOVER of Boothbay
TALBOT ROSS of Portland
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-157) on same Bill.
Signed:
Representatives:
GRIFFIN of Levant
JAVNER of Chester
O'CONNOR of Berwick
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(6-12) Majority Report of the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-158) on Bill "An Act To Expand Maine's School-based Health Centers"
(H.P. 610) (L.D. 836)
Signed:
Senators:
GRATWICK of Penobscot
CLAXTON of Androscoggin
MOORE of Washington
Representatives:
HYMANSON of York
CRAVEN of Lewiston
MADIGAN of Waterville
MEYER of Eliot
PERRY of Calais
STOVER of Boothbay
TALBOT ROSS of Portland
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Representatives:
GRIFFIN of Levant
JAVNER of Chester
O'CONNOR of Berwick
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(6-13) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-155) on Bill "An Act To Clarify That Petitions for Certiorari to the Supreme Court of the United States Are Included within the Definition of Indigent Legal Services"
(H.P. 418) (L.D. 574)
Signed:
Senators:
CARPENTER of Aroostook
BELLOWS of Kennebec
Representatives:
BAILEY of Saco
BABBIDGE of Kennebunk
CARDONE of Bangor
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:
CURTIS of Madison
DeVEAU of Caribou
HAGGAN of Hampden
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(6-14) Majority Report of the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-149) on Bill "An Act To Protect Jobs in the State by Requiring Advance Notice of Closure of Call Centers"
(H.P. 164) (L.D. 201)
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 Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
GUERIN of Penobscot
Representatives:
AUSTIN of Gray
BRADSTREET of Vassalboro
LOCKMAN of Bradley
MORRIS of Turner
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(6-15) Majority Report of the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act To Allow Flexibility in Residential Rental Agreements"
(H.P. 358) (L.D. 473)
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" (H-150) on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
GUERIN of Penobscot
Representatives:
AUSTIN of Gray
BRADSTREET of Vassalboro
LOCKMAN of Bradley
MORRIS of Turner
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(6-16) Majority Report of the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act To Prohibit the Imposition by Municipalities of General Restrictions on Rents and Rental Properties"
(H.P. 379) (L.D. 522)
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
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(6-17) Majority Report of the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-151) on Bill "An Act To Improve Labor Laws for Maine Workers"
(H.P. 562) (L.D. 757)
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 Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
GUERIN of Penobscot
Representatives:
AUSTIN of Gray
BRADSTREET of Vassalboro
LOCKMAN of Bradley
MORRIS of Turner
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(6-18) Majority Report of the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act To Ensure Fair Employment Opportunity for Maine Citizens and Legal Residents by Requiring the Use of the Federal Immigration Verification System"
(H.P. 800) (L.D. 1077)
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
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(6-19) Majority Report of the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-164) on Bill "An Act To Facilitate Fair Ballot Representation for All Candidates"
(H.P. 374) (L.D. 517)
Signed:
Representatives:
ACKLEY of Monmouth
ANDREWS of Paris
COOPER of Yarmouth
DOLLOFF of Rumford
HANINGTON of Lincoln
HICKMAN of Winthrop
McCREIGHT of Harpswell
STROM of Pittsfield
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senators:
LUCHINI of Hancock
CYRWAY of Kennebec
HERBIG of Waldo
Representatives:
SCHNECK of Bangor
HUBBELL of Bar Harbor
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(6-20) Majority Report of the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act Regarding the Use of Maine Clean Election Act Funds for Salaries"
(H.P. 684) (L.D. 929)
Signed:
Senators:
LUCHINI of Hancock
CYRWAY of Kennebec
HERBIG of Waldo
Representatives:
SCHNECK of Bangor
ACKLEY of Monmouth
COOPER of Yarmouth
HANINGTON of Lincoln
HICKMAN of Winthrop
HUBBELL of Bar Harbor
McCREIGHT of Harpswell
STROM of Pittsfield
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-165) on same Bill.
Signed:
Representatives:
ANDREWS of Paris
DOLLOFF of Rumford
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(6-21) Majority Report of the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought Not to Pass on RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine To Require Referenda To Receive 60 Percent of the Vote To Become Law
(H.P. 916) (L.D. 1255)
Signed:
Senators:
LUCHINI of Hancock
HERBIG of Waldo
Representatives:
SCHNECK of Bangor
ACKLEY of Monmouth
COOPER of Yarmouth
HICKMAN of Winthrop
HUBBELL of Bar Harbor
McCREIGHT of Harpswell
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-172) on same RESOLUTION.
Signed:
Senator:
CYRWAY of Kennebec
Representatives:
ANDREWS of Paris
DOLLOFF of Rumford
HANINGTON of Lincoln
STROM of Pittsfield
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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. 171) (L.D. 549) Bill "An Act To Promote Academic Achievement through Hunger Relief for Maine Children" Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRSreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-57)
(7-2) (S.P. 303) (L.D. 1024) Bill "An Act To Include Mental Health Education in Maine Schools" Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-58)
(7-3) (H.P. 848) (L.D. 1159) Resolve, To End Hunger in Maine by 2030 Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY reporting Ought to Pass
(7-4) (H.P. 19) (L.D. 18) Bill "An Act To Ensure Proper Prosecution of Crimes Involving Domestic Violence and Enhance Protection of Victims of Domestic Violence" (EMERGENCY) Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-175)
(7-5) (H.P. 271) (L.D. 345) Bill "An Act To Help New Teachers Succeed" Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-153)
(7-6) (H.P. 281) (L.D. 372) Bill "An Act To Increase the Safety of Municipal Residents by Allowing Municipalities To Address Downed Wires in Extended Power Outages" Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-171)
(7-7) (H.P. 368) (L.D. 511) Bill "An Act To Create an Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Coordinator Position within the Department of Health and Human Services" Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-159)
(7-8) (H.P. 469) (L.D. 648) Bill "An Act To Improve Reporting of Operating Under the Influence Offenses" Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-152)
(7-9) (H.P. 472) (L.D. 651) Bill "An Act To Facilitate School Access to Federal Title I Funds and Improve the Delivery of Special Education Services" Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-154)
(7-10) (H.P. 479) (L.D. 658) Resolve, To Direct a Plan for Energy Independence for Maine Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-170)
(7-11) (H.P. 627) (L.D. 853) Bill "An Act To Facilitate Weekend Malt Liquor Purchases by Licensed Establishments" Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-161)
(7-12) (H.P. 738) (L.D. 983) Bill "An Act To Exempt from Permit Requirements the Repair of Low-head Dams" Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-174)
(7-13) (H.P. 747) (L.D. 1005) Resolve, To Establish a Pilot Project To Save Lives and Support People with Substance Use Disorder in Washington County (EMERGENCY) Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-160)
(7-14) (H.P. 803) (L.D. 1080) Resolve, Regarding Biofuel in Number 2 Heating Oil (EMERGENCY) Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-148)
(7-15) (H.P. 843) (L.D. 1154) Bill "An Act To Increase the Betting Limit on Games of Chance at Fairs and Festivals and To Expand Allowed Operation" Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-162)
(7-16) (H.P. 870) (L.D. 1206) Bill "An Act To Improve Aboveground Utilities' Responsiveness to Public Interests" Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-169)
(7-17) (H.P. 909) (L.D. 1248) Resolve, To Direct the ConnectME Authority To Report on the Progress of the Detailed 2019-2021 Strategic Plan for Broadband Service in Maine Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-168)
(7-18) (H.P. 1049) (L.D. 1437) RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine Concerning Alternative Signatures Made by Persons with Disabilities Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-163)
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Emergency Measure
(10-1) An Act To Allow for the Regulation of Transportation Network Companies at Airports by Certain Municipalities
(H.P. 143) (L.D. 180)
(C. "A" H-124)
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 Veterans' Homelessness Prevention Coordination Program
(H.P. 147) (L.D. 184)
(C. "A" H-117)
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 Authorize Funding for Transitional Housing for Women Veterans and Their Families
(H.P. 367) (L.D. 510)
(C. "A" H-118)
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) An Act To Update Alcohol Taste-testing Requirements
(H.P. 542) (L.D. 737)
(C. "A" H-119)
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 692: Siting of Oil Storage Facilities, a Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Environmental Protection
(H.P. 205) (L.D. 281)
(C. "A" H-121)
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 Temporarily Remove Nighttime Restrictions on Lobster Fishing in a Certain Area in the Bay of Fundy
(H.P. 446) (L.D. 618)
(C. "A" H-115)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. This being an emergency measure, a two-thirds vote of all the members elected to the House necessary.
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Acts
(10-7) An Act Regarding the Maine Criminal Code
(H.P. 45) (L.D. 44)
(C. "A" H-104)
(10-8) An Act To Make Post-conviction Possession of Animals by Certain Persons a Criminal Offense
(H.P. 61) (L.D. 64)
(C. "A" H-105)
(10-9) An Act Regarding Forfeiture of Assets of Persons Convicted of Aggravated Sex Trafficking Offenses, Sex Trafficking Offenses, Aggravated Criminal Forced Labor Offenses and Criminal Forced Labor Offenses
(H.P. 249) (L.D. 324)
(C. "A" H-106)
(10-10) An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Dangerous Dogs and Nuisance Dogs To Allow for Flexibility in Protection Dog Training
(H.P. 258) (L.D. 333)
(10-11) An Act To Redefine Geographic Association for Multiple-employer Welfare Arrangements
(S.P. 109) (L.D. 368)
(C. "A" S-49)
(10-12) An Act To Support Justice for Victims of Sexual Assault by Increasing the Time Sexual Assault Forensic Examination Kits Must Be Stored
(H.P. 305) (L.D. 396)
(C. "A" H-113)
(10-13) An Act To Appropriate Funds to the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry To Maintain Snowmobile Trails
(S.P. 124) (L.D. 446)
(C. "A" S-53)
(10-14) An Act To Direct Electric Utilities To Provide Comparative Usage Data on Customer Billing Statements
(H.P. 425) (L.D. 581)
(C. "A" H-108)
(10-15) An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Funding for Landfill Closure Costs
(S.P. 190) (L.D. 603)
(C. "A" S-55)
(10-16) An Act To Set Maine Dental Provider Licensing Fees
(H.P. 509) (L.D. 688)
(C. "A" H-112)
(10-17) An Act To Create a Seat for a Representative of the Wabanaki Tribal Governments on the Board of Trustees of the Maine Criminal Justice Academy
(H.P. 540) (L.D. 735)
(C. "A" H-111)
(10-18) An Act To Improve the Definition of "Strangulation" in the Aggravated Assault Laws
(S.P. 223) (L.D. 779)
(C. "A" S-47)
(10-19) An Act To Establish Minimum Service Standards for Electric Utilities
(H.P. 608) (L.D. 834)
(C. "A" H-109)
(10-20) An Act Regarding the Sale of Cats and Dogs with Health Problems
(S.P. 309) (L.D. 1049)
(C. "A" S-52)
(10-21) An Act To Authorize the Establishment of an Apprentice License for the Maine Scallop Fishery
(H.P. 782) (L.D. 1059)
(C. "A" H-114)
(10-22) An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Critical Incident Stress Management Teams
(S.P. 324) (L.D. 1092)
(C. "A" S-54)
(10-23) An Act To Clarify the Contents of the Complete Agency Record in the Appeal of an Agency's Failure or Refusal To Act
(S.P. 332) (L.D. 1100)
(C. "A" S-50)
(10-24) An Act Regarding the Costs Incurred by Municipalities in the Administration of Aquaculture Lease and License Applications
(H.P. 837) (L.D. 1148)
(C. "A" H-123)
(10-25) An Act To Adopt the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act
(H.P. 876) (L.D. 1212)
(10-26) An Act To Protect the Health and Safety of Maine State Park Visitors and Staff
(H.P. 907) (L.D. 1246)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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Resolves
(10-27) Resolve, To Establish a Pilot Project To Evaluate and Address the Transportation Needs of Maine's Veterans
(H.P. 134) (L.D. 171)
(C. "A" H-116)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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ORDERS OF THE DAY
HOUSE CALENDAR
TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 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.
8. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Kayla Thayer, of Auburn
(HLS 250)
TABLED - April 18, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative BICKFORD of Auburn.
PENDING - PASSAGE.
9. Bill "An Act Regarding Women's Health and Economic Security"
(H.P. 1165) (L.D. 1613)
(Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICESsuggested)
TABLED - April 23, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative TEPLER of Topsham.
PENDING - REFERENCE.
10. Bill "An Act To Improve Access to Property Tax Exemptions for New Homeowners"
(H.P. 404) (L.D. 560)
- In House, Majority (8) OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on TAXATION READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-77) on April 11, 2019.
- In Senate, Minority (5) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on TAXATION READ and ACCEPTED in NON-CONCURRENCE.
TABLED - April 25, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.
PENDING - FURTHER CONSIDERATION.
11. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (5) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-139) - Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES on Bill "An Act To Establish Wage and Employment Parity between Adult and Child Protective Services Caseworkers in the Department of Health and Human Services"
(H.P. 337) (L.D. 428)
TABLED - April 25, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative HYMANSON of York.
PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
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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) Bill "An Act To Save Lives by Establishing the Low Barrier Opioid Treatment Response Program" (EMERGENCY)
(S.P. 539) (L.D. 1662)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-2) Bill "An Act To Improve Access to Physician Assistant Care"
(S.P. 537) (L.D. 1660)
(1-3) Bill "An Act To Create the Drug Donation and Redispensing Program"
(S.P. 538) (L.D. 1661)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-4) Bill "An Act To Clarify Prevailing Wage Rates on State Projects Using Federal Funds"
(S.P. 535) (L.D. 1658)
(1-5) Bill "An Act To Include Additional Corrections Officers and Mental Health Workers under the 1998 Special Plan for Retirement and To Amend the Laws Governing Retirement Benefits for Capitol Police Officers"
(S.P. 536) (L.D. 1659)
(1-6) Bill "An Act To Place Funds for the Retired County and Municipal Law Enforcement Officers and Municipal Firefighters Health Insurance Program into a Trust"
(S.P. 541) (L.D. 1664)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING and ordered printed.
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(1-7) Bill "An Act To Provide for the Regulation of Sports Wagering"
(S.P. 533) (L.D. 1656)
(1-8) Bill "An Act To Regulate Sports Wagering"
(S.P. 534) (L.D. 1657)
(1-9) Bill "An Act To Clarify Ranked-choice Voting Laws"
(S.P. 540) (L.D. 1663)
(1-10) Bill "An Act To Automatically Change a Voter Registration Address upon Change of Address for a Driver's License"
(S.P. 542) (L.D. 1665)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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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
(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 158)
STATE OF MAINE
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
SPEAKER'S OFFICE
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 30, 2019
The Honorable Rob 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 rescinded the temporary appointment of Representative Michelle Dunphy of Old Town from the Joint Standing Committee on Labor and Housing and I have reappointed Representative Donna Doore of Augusta to the Joint Standing Committee on Labor and Housing, effective immediately.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
S/Sara Gideon
Speaker of the House
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