Table of Contents
Maine House of Representatives
2 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0002
Tel. (207) 287-1400
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Second Regular Session - Fourth Legislative Day
The House Calendar
The Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Pastor Tony Trussoni, Poland Baptist Church.
National Anthem by Waterville Senior High School Chorus.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Medical Provider of the Day, Colin McCabe, MSN, FNP-BC, Camden.
Reading of the Journal of Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 322)
STATE OF MAINE
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
1 STATE HOUSE STATION
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0001
January 5, 2026
Honorable Mattie Daughtry
Senate President
3 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Honorable Ryan Fecteau
Speaker of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear President Daughtry and Speaker Fecteau:
I am honored to accept your invitation to deliver the State of the State Address before a Joint Convention of the Legislature on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
For the past seven years, it has been my honor and privilege to serve as Governor of this great state. I am proud of the progress we have made together, but, as we all know, there are still many challenges ahead. Maine people are struggling to get by, and by working together, we can take action to help them and to make life more affordable for folks across our state.
I have always strongly believed that lawmakers, regardless of party affiliation, share a deep desire to improve the lives and livelihoods of Maine people, and I am optimistic that we can continue to have productive and respectful debates with one another and make important progress on issues that matter to the people we faithfully serve.
I look forward to addressing the Joint Convention of the Legislature and to working with you during the upcoming session.
Sincerely,
S/Janet T. Mills
Governor
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.C. 329)
SENATE OF MAINE
132ND LEGISLATURE
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
January 22, 2026
Honorable Robert B. Hunt
Clerk of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Title 23, MRSA, Chapter 304, §3036, I am pleased to appoint Amanda Egan of Bath to the Abandoned and Discontinued Roads Commission, effective immediately.
On this board, she will serve as a representative member of the commission representing woodland property owners.
If you have any questions regarding this appointment, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry
President of the Senate
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (H.C. 323)
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMISSION TO RECOMMEND METHODS FOR
PREVENTING DEED FRAUD IN THE STATE
January 16, 2026
The Honorable Matthea E.L. Daughtry, President
Maine State Senate
The Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau, Speaker
Maine House of Representatives
Dear President Daughtry and Speaker Fecteau:
Pursuant to Resolve 2021, c. 104, the Commission to Recommend Methods for Preventing Deed Fraud in the State is pleased to submit its final report. Copies of the full report have been distributed to committees or individuals as directed by law and copies have been placed on file with the Law and Legislative Reference Library. Others may access the full report on-line through the website of the Office of Policy and Legal Analysis at http://legislature.maine.gov/opla.
Sincerely,
S/Sen. Henry Ingwersen
Senate Chair
S/Rep. Adam Lee
House Chair
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(2-4) The Following Communication: (H.C. 324)
STATE OF MAINE
WORKERS' COMPENSATION BOARD
OFFICE OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/CHAIR
442 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 100
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0027
January 20, 2026
Honorable Matthea Daughtry
President of the Senate
3 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Honorable Ryan Fecteau
Speaker of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
RE: Annual Report of the Workers’ Compensation Board Pursuant to 5 M.R.S.A. §12023(2)
Dear President Daughtry and Speaker Fecteau:
Pursuant to 5 M.R.S.A., §12023, please consider this the transmittal letter for the required report from the Workers’ Compensation Board due by February 1, 2026.
Please contact me if you have any questions or need additional information.
Sincerely,
S/John C. Rohde
Executive Director
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(2-5) The Following Communication: (H.C. 325)
CHILD DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
January 22, 2026
Honorable Matthea Daughtry
President of the Senate
3 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Honorable Ryan Fecteau
Speaker of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear President Daughtry and Speaker Fecteau:
Pursuant to 5 M.R.S.A., Section 12023, please consider this the letter of transmittal for the required report from the CDS Annual Legislative Report due by February 1, 2026.
Please contact me if you have any questions or need additional information.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
S/Dan Hemdal
State Director of Child Development Services
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(2-6) The Following Communication: (H.C. 326)
MAINE CONNECTIVITY AUTHORITY
January 22, 2026
Honorable Matthea Daughtry
President of the Senate
3 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Honorable Ryan Fecteau
Speaker of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear President Daughtry and Speaker Fecteau:
Pursuant to 5 M.R.S.A., Section 12023, please consider this the letter of transmittal for the required report from the Maine Connectivity Authority due by February 1, 2026.
Please contact me if you have any questions or need additional information.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
S/Andrew Butcher
President
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(2-7) The Following Communication: (H.C. 327)
CLERK'S OFFICE
2 STATE HOUSE STATION
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
January 27, 2026
Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau
Speaker of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Speaker Fecteau:
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the following Joint Standing Committees have voted unanimously to report the following bills out "Ought Not to Pass:"
Environment and Natural Resources
L.D. 754 An Act to Ban the Sale, Use and Possession of Single-use Electronic Cigarettes and to Review Extended Producer Responsibility Options for All Batteries
Health and Human Services
L.D. 943 An Act to Require the ASPIRE-TANF Program to Be Administered by State Employees
L.D. 1418 An Act to Protect Access to Reproductive Health Care, Including Fertility Treatments and Contraceptives
Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services
L.D. 910 An Act to Collect Data to Better Understand the Consumer's Health Insurance Experience
L.D. 1301 An Act to Prohibit the Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Denial of Health Insurance Claims
Judiciary
L.D. 1761 An Act to Prohibit Indemnification Agreements
Labor
L.D. 653 An Act to Allow Teachers to Qualify for Overtime Pay
Transportation
L.D. 2047 Resolve, Regarding Online Driver Education
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt
Clerk of the House
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(2-8) The Following Communication: (H.C. 328)
STATE OF MAINE
CLERK'S OFFICE
2 STATE HOUSE STATION
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
January 27, 2026
Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau
Speaker of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Speaker Fecteau:
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs has approved the request by the sponsor, Senator Pierce of Cumberland, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 2045 An Act to Amend the Education Laws Regarding the State Board of Education's Authority Concerning Degree-granting Institutions
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Veterans and Legal Affairs has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Gramlich of Old Orchard Beach, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 615 An Act Regarding Elections
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt
Clerk of the House
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(2-9) The Following Communication: (S.C. 733)
MAINE SENATE
132ND LEGISLATURE
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
January 20, 2026
Honorable Ryan Fecteau
Speaker of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0002
Dear Speaker Fecteau:
In accordance with 3 M.R.S.A. §158 and Joint Rule 506 of the 132nd Maine Legislature, please be advised that the Senate today confirmed the following nominations:
Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Appropriations and Financial Affairs:
· Elaine Clark of Cumberland Foreside for appointment, as the Commissioner of the Department of Administrative and Financial Services.
Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Labor:
· Joan M. Morin of Whitefield for appointment, to the Maine Labor Relations Board,
· Jessica Maher, Esq. of Brunswick, for reappointment to the Maine Labor Relations Board,
· Michael D. Miles of Westbrook, for reappointment to the Maine Labor Relations Board,
· Alyssa Tibbetts, Esq. of Scarborough, for reappointment to the Maine Labor Relations Board,
· Nicholas Fuller Googins of Portland, for appointment to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System Board of Trustees,
· John Kimball of Norway, for reappointment to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System Board of Trustees,
· Richard Metivier of Lewiston, for reappointment to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System Board of Trustees,
· David Barber of Cape Elizabeth, for reappointment of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Authority,
· Maria Fox, Esq. of Portland, for reappointment of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Authority,
· Benjamin Grant, Esq. of Portland, for reappointment of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Authority,
· Samuel Hight of Skowhegan, for reappointment of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Authority,
· Jay Naliboff, M.D. of Chesterville, for reappointment of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Authority,
· Jenni Tilton-Flood of Clinton, for reappointment of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Authority,
· Christopher Washburn of Windham, for reappointment of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Authority.
Best Regards,
S/Darek M. Grant
Secretary of the Senate
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(2-10) The Following Communication: (S.C. 734)
MAINE SENATE
132ND LEGISLATURE
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
January 20, 2026
Honorable Robert B. Hunt
Clerk of the House
2 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Senate Paper 803, Legislative Document 1228, “An Act to Clarify Certain Terms in and to Make Other Changes to the Automotive Right to Repair Laws,” having been returned by the Governor, together with objections to the same, pursuant to Article IV, Part Third, Section 2 of the Constitution of the State of Maine, after reconsideration, the Senate proceeded to vote on the question: “Shall this Bill become a law notwithstanding the objections of the Governor?”
10 voted in favor and 24 against, and accordingly it was the vote of the Senate that the Bill not become a law and the veto was sustained.
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 Replace the Maine Waterway Development and Conservation Act with the Maine Renewable Energy and Associated Transmission Development and Conservation Act" (EMERGENCY)
(H.P. 1462) (L.D. 2174)
Sponsored by Representative KESSLER of South Portland.
Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.
Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-2) Bill "An Act to Update and Improve the MaineCare Reimbursement System"
(H.P. 1465) (L.D. 2177)
Sponsored by Representative GATTINE of Westbrook.
Submitted by the Department of Health and Human Services pursuant to Joint Rule 203.
Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-3) Bill "An Act to Update the Laws Regarding Housing Developments and Accessory Dwelling Units" (EMERGENCY)
(H.P. 1461) (L.D. 2173)
Sponsored by Representative COLLAMORE of Pittsfield.
Cosponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo and Representatives: Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, ROBERTS of South Berwick.
Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.
Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT suggested and ordered printed.
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Pursuant to Statute
Department of Education, State Board of Education
(3-4) Representative MURPHY for the Department of Education, State Board of Education pursuant to the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 5, section 8072 asks leave to report that the accompanying Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Portions of Chapter 115: The Credentialing of Education Personnel, a Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Education, State Board of Education (EMERGENCY)
(H.P. 1463) (L.D. 2175)
Be REFERREDto the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS and printed pursuant to Joint Rule 218.
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(4-1) On motion of Representative HEPLER of Woolwich, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 1464) (Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, DOUDERA of Camden, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, OSHER of Orono, POIRIER of Skowhegan, RUDNICKI of Fairfield, Senator: GROHOSKI of Hancock)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE LIFE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE LATE UNITED STATES SENATOR MARGARET CHASE SMITH
WHEREAS,in 1940, Margaret Chase Smith won a special election to the United States House of Representatives following the death of her husband, Representative Clyde Smith. She went on to win the general election in her own right just 3 months later and was re-elected for 3 additional terms over the next 8 years; and
WHEREAS, in 1947, Representative Smith played a key role in getting the Nurse Corps Bill passed through Congress, granting women the opportunity to have permanent status in the United States military for the first time; and
WHEREAS, Margaret Chase Smith was sworn into the United States Senate on January 3, 1949, becoming the first woman to be elected to both houses of Congress; and
WHEREAS, in her Declaration of Conscience speech made on June 1, 1950, Senator Smith spoke out against the cruelty of McCarthyism and the “national feeling of fear and frustration” and called on her fellow Legislators to avoid hatred and character assassination and to honor the right to criticize, the right to hold unpopular beliefs, the right to protest and the right of independent thought;and
WHEREAS, in 1954 and 1955, Senator Smith took a world tour at her own expense and not as a representative of the United States government, visiting numerous European, African and Asian countries and interviewing over 20 world leaders. Many of the interviews were recorded and sent back to the United States to be broadcast on Edward R. Murrow’s program “See It Now” on CBS. The Overseas Press Club of America later honored the “See It Now” segments with the Best Presentation on Foreign Affairs award. Senator Smith accepted the award on behalf of CBS and officially became an award-winning foreign correspondent; and
WHEREAS, Senator Smith debated former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt on “Face the Nation” in 1956, a few days before the 1956 Presidential election. They were the first female guests on this news show and debated the 1956 Israeli-Egyptian war over the Suez Canal, the Soviet invasion of Hungary and civil rights; and
WHEREAS, in 1964, after being told that the White House was not ready for a female chief executive, Margaret Chase Smith became the first woman to be placed in nomination for the presidency by a major political party, ultimately losing the nomination to Barry Goldwater; and
WHEREAS, in 1982, Margaret Chase Smith opened the library that houses her papers for researchers of all ages. Upon her death in 1995, her Skowhegan home was turned into a museum open to the public so that we might continue to learn from the example of civility and leadership her life evinced;now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-second Legislature now assembled in the Second Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to recognize the life of Margaret Chase Smith, her accomplishments in Congress, her fight against injustice and her extensive contributions to the civil rights and equal rights movements.
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(4-2) On motion of Representative LAJOIE of Lewiston, the following House Order: (H.O. 38)
ORDERED, that Representative Joseph F. Underwood of Presque Isle be excused Jan 20 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Stephen J. Wood of Greene be excused Jan 7 and 13 for health reasons.
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SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR
In accordance with House Rule 519 and Joint Rule 213, the following items:
Recognizing:
(5-1) the 21 Club, of Parsonsfield, 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 1498)
(5-2) Nancy Perkins, of Cornish, 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 1499)
(5-3) Isla O'Connell, of Hampden, who was named American Miss National Ambassador. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1501)
(5-4) the Buckfield High School Softball Team, which won the Class D State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1502)
(5-5) Marita Dorle, of Phippsburg, who is celebrating her 100th birthday on January 21, 2026. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 532)
Presented by Representative HEPLER of Woolwich.
Cosponsored by Senator TEPLER of Sagadahoc.
(5-6) the Maine Sheriffs' Association, of Waterville, on the celebration of the association's 50th Anniversary. The Maine Sheriffs' Association is a nonprofit organization that, among other efforts, works to improve and professionalize sheriffs' offices in Maine and ensure that all citizens receive the highest quality law enforcement and jail services in an efficient, courteous and humane manner. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 533)
Presented by Representative GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach.
Cosponsored by Senator CYRWAY of Kennebec, Representative DEBRITO of Waterville, Representative JULIA of Waterville.
(5-7) Bruce P. Weagle, of Waterboro, who is celebrating his 80th birthday on February 19, 2026. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 537)
Presented by Representative EDER of Waterboro.
Cosponsored by Senator HARRINGTON of York, Representative WOODSOME of Waterboro.
(5-8) Alexa Largay, of Raymond, who was named American Miss National Royalty. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 538)
Presented by Representative OLSEN of Raymond.
Cosponsored by Senator NANGLE of Cumberland.
(5-9) Gerard Francis Dennison, of Auburn, for his 55 years of public service. Among Mr. Dennison's many contributions are his service as a founder and director of the Auburn Boys and Girls Club and as a founder, treasurer and director of the Lewiston Franco-American Heritage Center. We extend our appreciation and best wishes;
(HLS 539)
Presented by Representative LEE of Auburn.
Cosponsored by Senator BICKFORD of Androscoggin, Representative CHAPMAN of Auburn, Representative LIBBY of Auburn.
In Memory of:
(5-10) Beverly Ann Garramore Johnson, of Berwick. Mrs. Johnson began her career in education in 1966 at Lincoln Junior High School in Portland and went on to teach in Windham, North Berwick's Hurd School and Berwick's Estabrook Doran School, serving as both a French teacher and an elementary teacher. On her 40th birthday, she accepted her first principalship in Rollinsford, New Hampshire. She later served as principal at Jameson Elementary School in Old Orchard Beach and at the Shapleigh School in Kittery, where she played a key role in school renovations. She went on to become Superintendent of Schools in Kittery and later in Sanford. A trailblazer for women in educational leadership, she mentored countless educators throughout southern Maine. She retired from her role in Sanford at the age of 52. Mrs. Johnson will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family, friends and community;
(SLS 1500)
(5-11) Miriam Althea Keller, of Palermo. Mrs. Keller worked as an adoption social worker for the states of Nevada and Maine and was involved in many organizations in Palermo. Her local involvement extended to Palermo Days and the Palermo Historical Society, to which she donated her childhood home, the Worthing House. She was a member of Palermo Christian Church, where she served as a deaconess. In 1987, she received a Spirit of America Award for her years of volunteer work. Mrs. Keller will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family, friends and community;
(HLS 534)
Presented by Representative SMITH of Palermo.
Cosponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo.
(5-12) Betty I. Johnson, of Lincolnville. Mrs. Johnson had a nursing career before dedicating herself to public service and serving as an elected official at both the town and county levels. Most recently, she was completing her fourth term as a Waldo County Commissioner. She was actively involved with her community throughout her life, contributing her time and energy to many causes close to her heart. Mrs. Johnson will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family, friends and community;
(HLS 535)
Presented by Representative RAY of Lincolnville.
Cosponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo, Representative DODGE of Belfast, Representative MALON of Biddeford, Representative MOONEN of Portland.
(5-13) the Honorable Kathy Irene Javner, of Chester, Representative of House District 29. A passionate follower of Christ, Representative Javner not only professed her faith but lived it daily. She and her husband Chris dedicated years of their lives to serving in Senegal, West Africa, where they founded Legacy International, a nonprofit that focused on vocational training and medical relief for malnourished children. A devoted educator, Representative Javner taught and mentored young people, encouraging her students to discover their passions, recognize their gifts and believe in themselves. Her commitment to service extended into public life. She served in the Maine House of Representatives from the 129th Legislature to the 132nd Legislature, 2018 to 2026. During her tenure, she served on the Legislature's Joint Standing Committee on Marine Resources and Joint Standing Committee on Health and Human Services, of which she was the Ranking Member. She worked tirelessly for the betterment of children in foster care, our veterans and our older adults and in pro-life advocacy. Representative Javner will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family, friends, colleagues and community;
(HLS 536)
Presented by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor.
Cosponsored by Representative MILLIKEN of Blue Hill, Representative MINGO of Calais, Representative MITCHELL of Cumberland, Representative MONTELL of Gardiner, Representative MOONEN of Portland, Representative MORRIS of Turner, Representative MURPHY of Scarborough, Representative NUTTING of Oakland, Representative O'HALLORAN of Brewer, Representative OLSEN of Raymond, Representative OSHER of Orono, Representative PARRY of Arundel, Representative PAUL of Winterport, Representative PERKINS of Dover-Foxcroft, Representative PLUECKER of Warren, Representative POIRIER of Skowhegan, Representative POMERLEAU of Standish, Representative PUGH of Portland, Representative QUINT of Hodgdon, Representative RANA of Bangor, Representative RAY of Lincolnville, Representative REYNOLDS of the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, Representative RIELLY of Westbrook, Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick, Representative ROEDER of Bangor, Representative ROLLINS of Augusta, Representative RUDNICKI of Fairfield, Representative RUNTE of York, Representative SACHS of Freeport, Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook, Representative SARGENT of York, Representative SATO of Gorham, Representative SAYRE of Kennebunk, Representative SCHMERSAL-BURGESS of Mexico, Representative SHAGOURY of Hallowell, Representative SIMMONS of Waldoboro, Representative SINCLAIR of Bath, Representative SKOLD of Portland, Representative SMITH of Palermo, Representative SOBOLESKI of Phillips, Representative STOVER of Boothbay, Representative STROUT of Harrington, Representative SUPICA of Bangor, Representative SWALLOW of Houlton, Representative TERRY of Gorham, Representative THORNE of Carmel, Representative TUELL of East Machias, Representative UNDERWOOD of Presque Isle, Representative WADSWORTH of Hiram, Representative WALKER of Naples, Representative WARREN of Scarborough, Representative WEBB of Durham, Representative WHITE of Guilford, Representative WHITE of Ellsworth, Representative WOOD of Greene, Representative WOOD of Norway, Representative WOODSOME of Waterboro, Representative YUSUF of Portland, Representative ZAGER of Portland, President DAUGHTRY of Cumberland, Senator BAILEY of York, Senator BALDACCI of Penobscot, Senator BEEBE-CENTER of Knox, Senator BENNETT of Oxford, Senator BERNARD of Aroostook, Senator BICKFORD of Androscoggin, Senator BLACK of Franklin, Senator BRADSTREET of Kennebec, Senator BRENNER of Cumberland, Senator CARNEY of Cumberland, Senator CURRY of Waldo, Senator CYRWAY of Kennebec, Senator DUSON of Cumberland, Senator FARRIN of Somerset, Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock, Senator GUERIN of Penobscot, Senator HAGGAN of Penobscot, Senator HARRINGTON of York, Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec, Senator INGWERSEN of York, Senator LAWRENCE of York, Senator LIBBY of Cumberland, Senator MARTIN of Oxford, Senator MOORE of Washington, Senator NANGLE of Cumberland, Senator PIERCE of Cumberland, Senator RAFFERTY of York, Senator RENY of Lincoln, Senator ROTUNDO of Androscoggin, Senator STEWART of Aroostook, Senator TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland, Senator TEPLER of Sagadahoc, Senator TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin, Senator TIPPING of Penobscot, Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, Representative ABDI of Lewiston, Representative ADAMS of Lebanon, Representative ALBERT of Madawaska, Representative ANKELES of Brunswick, Representative ARATA of New Gloucester, Representative ARCHER of Saco, Representative ARDELL of Monticello, Representative ARFORD of Brunswick, Representative BABIN of Fort Fairfield, Representative BAGSHAW of Windham, Representative BECK of South Portland, Representative BELL of Yarmouth, Representative BISHOP of Bucksport, Representative BLIER of Buxton, Representative BOYER of Poland, Representative BOYER of Cape Elizabeth, Representative BRENNAN of Portland, Representative BRIDGEO of Augusta, Representative BUNKER of Farmington, Representative CAMPBELL of Orrington, Representative CARLOW of Buxton, Representative CARUSO of Caratunk, Representative CHAPMAN of Auburn, Representative CIMINO of Bridgton, Representative CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham, Representative COLLAMORE of Pittsfield, Representative COLLINS of Sidney, Representative COOPER of Windham, Representative COPELAND of Saco, Representative CRAFTS of Newcastle, Representative CRAY of Palmyra, Representative CROCKETT of Portland, Representative DAIGLE of Fort Kent, Representative DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe, Representative DEBRITO of Waterville, Representative DHALAC of South Portland, Representative DILL of Old Town, Representative DODGE of Belfast, Representative DOUDERA of Camden, Representative DRINKWATER of Milford, Representative DUCHARME of Madison, Representative EATON of Deer Isle, Representative EDER of Waterboro, Representative FAIRCLOTH of Bangor, Representative FARRIN of Jefferson, Representative FLYNN of Albion, Representative FOLEY of Wells, Representative FOSTER of Dexter, Representative FREDERICKS of Sanford, Representative FREDETTE of Newport, Representative FRIEDMANN of Bar Harbor, Representative FROST of Belgrade, Representative GATTINE of Westbrook, Representative GEIGER of Rockland, Representative GERE of Kennebunkport, Representative GIFFORD of Lincoln, Representative GOLEK of Harpswell, Representative GRAHAM of North Yarmouth, Representative GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, Representative GREENWOOD of Wales, Representative GRIFFIN of Levant, Representative GUERRETTE of Caribou, Representative HAGGAN of Hampden, Representative HALL of Wilton, Representative HASENFUS of Readfield, Representative HENDERSON of Rumford, Representative HEPLER of Woolwich, Representative HYMES of Waldo, Representative JACKSON of Oxford, Representative JULIA of Waterville, Representative KESSLER of South Portland, Representative KUHN of Falmouth, Representative LAJOIE of Lewiston, Representative LANCE of Paris, Representative LANIGAN of Sanford, Representative LAVIGNE of Berwick, Representative LEE of Auburn, Representative LEMELIN of Chelsea, Representative LIBBY of Auburn, Representative LOOKNER of Portland, Representative LYMAN of Livermore Falls, Representative MACIAS of Topsham, Representative MALON of Biddeford, Representative MASON of Lisbon, Representative MASTRACCIO of Sanford, Representative MATHIESON of Kittery, Representative MATLACK of St. George, Representative MCCABE of Lewiston, Representative MCINTYRE of Lowell, Representative MEYER of Eliot.
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Change of Committee
(6-1) Representative SACHS from the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGYon Bill "An Act to Lower Electric Rates for Maine Ratepayers by Requiring the Payment of Certain Costs from the General Fund"
(H.P. 798) (L.D. 1223)
Reporting that it be REFERRED to the Committee on TAXATION.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
First Day
In accordance with House Rule 519, the following items appeared on the Consent Calendar for the First Day:
(7-1) (H.P. 1351) (L.D. 2021) Bill "An Act to Add an Online Option for Reporting of Suspected Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of Adults" Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass
(7-2) (H.P. 1359) (L.D. 2029) Resolve, to Name the New East Main Street Bridge in Dover-Foxcroft in Honor of Private Willard Merrill and Private Barton Merrill, Jr. Committee on TRANSPORTATION reporting Ought to Pass
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ORDERS OF THE DAY
HOUSE CALENDAR
TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2026
The following matters, in the consideration of which the House was engaged at the time of adjournment, have preference in the Orders of the Day and continue with such preference until disposed of as provided by House Rule 502.
1. Bill "An Act to Address the Safety of Nurses and Improve Patient Care by Enacting the Maine Quality Care Act"
(S.P. 509) (L.D. 1281)
- In Senate, REFERREDto the Committee on LABOR.
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 800 on June 25, 2025.
TABLED - April 15, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.
PENDING - REFERENCE IN CONCURRENCE. (Roll Call Ordered)
2. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (9) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (4) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-329) - Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act to Change the State's Method of Allocating Electoral Votes from a Congressional District Method to a Winner-take-all Method Contingent on the State of Nebraska Changing its Method of Allocating Electoral Votes"
(H.P. 879) (L.D. 1356)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 800 on June 25, 2025.
TABLED - June 2, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative SUPICA of Bangor.
PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
3. An Act to Allow Expenditure of Maine Clean Election Act Funding for the Care of Candidates' Dependents
(H.P. 525) (L.D. 818)
(H. "A" H-62)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 800 on June 25, 2025.
TABLED - June 10, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.
PENDING - PASSAGE TO BE ENACTED.
4. An Act to Expand the Supervised Community Confinement Program
(H.P. 416) (L.D. 648)
(C. "A" H-652)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 800 on June 25, 2025.
TABLED - June 13, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.
PENDING - PASSAGE TO BE ENACTED.
5. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A"(8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-716)- Report "B" (4) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-717) - Report "C" (1) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on JUDICIARY on Bill "An Act to Enact the Maine Online Data Privacy Act"
(H.P. 1220) (L.D. 1822)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 800 on June 25, 2025.
TABLED - June 16, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative KUHN of Falmouth.
PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF ANY REPORT.
6. Bill "An Act to Permanently Fund 55 Percent of the State's Share of Education by Establishing a Tax on Incomes of More than $1,000,000"
(H.P. 711) (L.D. 1089)
- In House, Minority (5) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on TAXATION READ and ACCEPTEDon June 11, 2025.
- In Senate, Majority (7) OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on TAXATION READand ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-648) in NON-CONCURRENCE.
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 800 on June 25, 2025.
TABLED - June 17, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.
PENDING - Motion of Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford to RECEDE and CONCUR. (Roll Call Ordered)
7. An Act to Exempt Nonprofit Agricultural Membership Organizations from Insurance Requirements
(S.P. 381) (L.D. 893)
(C. "A" S-59)
- In House, PASSED TO BE ENACTED on June 18, 2025.
- In Senate, FAILED OF PASSAGE TO BE ENACTED in NON-CONCURRENCE.
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 800 on June 25, 2025.
TABLED - June 25, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor.
PENDING - FURTHER CONSIDERATION.
8. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing the Thornton Academy Football Team, of Saco
(SLS 1486)
- In Senate, READ and PASSED.
TABLED - January 13, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative COPELAND of Saco.
PENDING - PASSAGE.
9. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Stella Foy, of Saco
(SLS 1487)
- In Senate, READ and PASSED.
TABLED - January 13, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative COPELAND of Saco.
PENDING - PASSAGE.
10. An Act to Increase the Size and Balance of Jury Pools
(H.P. 238) (L.D. 338)
(C. "A" H-159)
- In House, PASSED TO BE ENACTED on May 27, 2025.
- In Senate, PASSED TO BE ENACTED.
TABLED - January 13, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.
PENDING - FURTHER ACTION.
11. An Act to Include Certain Mental Health Data in Firearm Fatalities and Hospitalizations Reports
(H.P. 792) (L.D. 1187)
(S. "A" S-470 to C. "A" H-632)
- In House, PASSED TO BE ENACTEDon June 25, 2025.
- In Senate, PASSED TO BE ENACTED.
TABLED - January 13, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.
PENDING - FURTHER ACTION.
12. Resolve, Directing the Permanent Commission on the Status of Women to Study the Extent of Workforce Gender Segregation in the State
(H.P. 341) (L.D. 522)
(C. "A" H-49)
- In House, FINALLY PASSEDon April 22, 2025.
- In Senate, FINALLY PASSED.
TABLED - January 13, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.
PENDING - FURTHER ACTION.
13. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing the Town of East Machias
(HLS 526)
TABLED - January 20, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative TUELL of East Machias.
PENDING - PASSAGE.
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STATUTORY ADJOURNMENT DATE April 15, 2026
State of Maine
House of Representatives
132nd Legislature
Second Regular Session
HOUSE ADVANCE JOURNAL AND CALENDAR
http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar
House Supplement No. 1
(1-1) The following Joint Order: (S.P. 882)
ORDERED, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 10:00 in the morning, or until the call of the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House, respectively.
Comes from the Senate, READ and PASSED.
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State of Maine
House of Representatives
132nd Legislature
Second Regular Session
HOUSE ADVANCE JOURNAL AND CALENDAR
http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar
House Supplement No. 2
(1-1) Bill "An Act to Create a Right to Judicial Review Under the Maine Civil Rights Act for Persons Erroneously Detained"
(S.P. 881) (L.D. 2176)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY and ordered printed.
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(1-2) Bill "An Act to Establish the Independent Office of Tax Appeals and Make Other Changes to the Laws Governing the Tax Appeals Process"
(S.P. 883) (L.D. 2178)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TAXATION and ordered printed.
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(1-3) Bill "An Act to Amend Certain Motor Vehicle Laws"
(S.P. 884) (L.D. 2179)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TRANSPORTATION and ordered printed.
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