Table of Contents
Maine House of Representatives
2 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0002
Tel. (207) 287-1400
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Second Regular Session - Nineteenth Legislative Day
The House Calendar
The Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Pastor Alec Rogers, Manchester Community Church.
National Anthem by R.W. Traip Academy Choir, Kittery.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Reading of the Journal of yesterday.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 410)
CLERK'S OFFICE
2 STATE HOUSE STATION
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
March 26, 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 Committee has voted unanimously to report the following bill out "Ought Not to Pass:"
Education and Cultural Affairs
L.D. 2020 An Act to Update Department of Education Reporting Requirements
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt
Clerk of the House
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.C. 411)
STATE OF MAINE
CLERK'S OFFICE
2 STATE HOUSE STATION
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
March 26, 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 Joint Standing Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs has approved the requests for "Leave to Withdraw" by the following sponsors:
Representative Murphy of Scarborough
L.D. 295 An Act Regarding Education
Senator Rafferty of York
L.D. 354 An Act to Improve Education in Maine
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt
Clerk of the House
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (H.C. 412)
STATE OF MAINE
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
SPEAKER'S OFFICE
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
March 26, 2026
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 March 25, 2026
Brooke J. Bailey, Esquire of Westbrook, and Colton Gross, Esq. of Portland for appointment and Dennis R. Marble of Hampden for reappointment to the Commission on Governmental Ethics and Election Practices.
Pursuant to Title 1 MRSA §1002, these appointments and reappointment are contingent on confirmation by the Maine State Senate after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Veterans and Legal Affairs.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan D. Fecteau
Speaker of the House
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(4-1) On motion of Representative LAJOIE of Lewiston, the following House Order: (H.O. 45)
ORDERED, that Representative Holly Rae Eaton of Deer Isle be excused Mar 12 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Valli D. Geiger of Rockland be excused Mar 19 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Reagan L. Paul of Winterport be excused Mar 19 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative William D. Pluecker of Warren be excused Mar 10 and 12 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Joseph F. Underwood of Presque Isle be excused Mar 18 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Sophia B. Warren of Scarborough be excused Feb 26, Mar 3 and 10 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Stephen J. Wood of Greene be excused Mar 19 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) Carla Haskell, of Bar Harbor, principal architect and owner of Design Group Collaborative, who received the Excellence in Preservation Award at Maine Preservation's 2026 Honor Awards. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1850)
(5-2) Sally Bridges, of Penobscot, on her retirement as Town Clerk for the Town of Penobscot. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1851)
(5-3) Melinda Aubrey, of Washburn, on her retirement from Maine's Department of Health and Human Services after 40 years of public service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1852)
(5-4) Emily Smith, of Westfield, who has been selected as the Maine Farmers Coalition 2026 Farmer of the Year. President of Smith's Farm and representing the sixth generation of her family to farm in Aroostook County, Ms. Smith continues a legacy that dates back more than 150 years. This prestigious recognition coincides with the International Year of the Woman Farmer, a global celebration honoring the essential role farmers play in sustaining communities, economies and food systems worldwide. Ms. Smith, working closely with a diverse workforce and emphasizing the importance of sustainability, labor and long-term viability in modern farming, oversees one of the region's most significant agricultural operations covering thousands of acres and supplying markets throughout the eastern United States. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1854)
(5-5) Jack Squires, of Saco, who won the Gold Medal in the CNC Programmer Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1856)
(5-6) Madison Ouellette, of Buxton, who won the Silver Medal in the Early Childhood Education Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1857)
(5-7) Ethan MacWilliam, of Old Orchard Beach, who won the Silver Medal in the CNC 3-Axis Milling Programmer Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1858)
(5-8) Roberto Tshimayi Ngaba, of Saco, who won the Gold Medal in the Plumbing Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1859)
(5-9) Larrisa Hood, of Buxton, who won the Gold Medal in the Esthetics Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1860)
(5-10) Zayne Provencher, of Biddeford, who won the Silver Medal in the Information Technology Services Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1861)
(5-11) John Madigan, of Lyman, who won the Gold Medal in the Collision Repair Technology Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1862)
(5-12) Landon Parker, of Greenbush, who won the Silver Medal in the Welding Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1863)
(5-13) Troy Moore, of Lincoln, who won the Gold Medal in the Community Action Project Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1864)
(5-14) Sean McNeil, of Lincoln, who won the Silver Medal in the Audio Production Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1865)
(5-15) Camden Markie, of Lincoln, who won the Gold Medal in the Welding Fabrication Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1866)
(5-16) Brayden Savage, of Lincoln, who won the Gold Medal in the Carpentry Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1867)
(5-17) Max Newman, of Orono, who won the Silver Medal in the Interactive Application and Video Game Development Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1868)
(5-18) Alexis Maguire, of Old Town, who won the Silver Medal in the Entrepreneurship Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1869)
(5-19) Rhianna Duval, of Passadumkeag, who won the Silver Medal in the State Officer - High School Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1870)
(5-20) Romlah Ojugbele, of Orono, who won the Silver Medal in the First Aid-CPR Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1871)
(5-21) the Lamoine Consolidated School Promotional Bulletin Board Team C, which won the Silver Medal at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. Members of the team include Aliyah Bradford, Mel Warner and Raegan Buck. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1872)
(5-22) Kayla Dandurand, of Lamoine, who won the Silver Medal in the State Officer - Middle School Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1873)
(5-23) Kensi Briggs, of Lamoine, who won the Silver Medal in the State Pin Design Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1874)
(5-24) Easton Gray, of Lamoine, who won the Silver Medal in the Woodworking Display - Middle School Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1875)
(5-25) Aiden Tupper, of Lamoine, who won the Silver Medal in the CO2 Dragster Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1876)
(5-26) Lily Alley, of Ellsworth, who won the Silver Medal in the Career Pathways - Industrial and Engineering Technology Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1877)
(5-27) the Lamoine Consolidated School Promotional Bulletin Board Team B, which won the Gold Medal at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. Members of the team include Hannah Rollins, Bailee Kelley and Emily Andrews. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1878)
(5-28) the Lamoine Consolidated School Team Engineering Challenge Team B, which won the Gold Medal at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. Members of the team include Joseph Aiguier, Jace Chan and Benjamin Baldridge. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1879)
(5-29) Ethan Engelhard, of Lamoine, who won the Gold Medal in the Extemporaneous Speaking Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1880)
(5-30) Alissa Gross, of Lamoine, who won the Gold Medal in the State Officer - Middle School Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1881)
(5-31) the Lamoine Consolidated School Quiz Bowl Team B, which won the Gold Medal at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. Members of the team include Ava Belskis, Maple Johnston, Cambridge Phillips, Lucy Ashmore and Lucy Nickerson. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1882)
(5-32) Elizabeth Smith, of Lamoine, who won the Gold Medal in the Job Interview Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1883)
(5-33) Ava Birdsall, of Lamoine, who won the Gold Medal in the State T-Shirt Design Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1884)
(5-34) Ella Stoll, of Lamoine, who won the Gold Medal in the Woodworking Display - Middle School Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1885)
(5-35) Brady Ray, of Lamoine, who won the Gold Medal in the CO2 Dragster Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1886)
(5-36) Hope Zinke, of Lamoine, who won the Gold Medal in the Job Skill Demonstration Open Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1887)
(5-37) Destiney Kane, of Ellsworth, who won the Gold Medal in the State Officer College Competition at the 2026 State of Maine SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1888)
(5-38) John Weed, of Deer Isle, on his retirement from the Deer Isle Fire Department after 45 years of public service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1889)
(5-39) Russell Bray, of Deer Isle, on his retirement from the Deer Isle Fire Department after 31 years of public service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1890)
(5-40) William Dammier, of Surry, on his retirement from the Deer Isle Fire Department after 31 years of public service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1891)
(5-41) Daijha Grant, of Hermon, a student-athlete at Hermon High School, who won the Class B Girls Indoor Track State Championship in the Triple Jump Event. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 594)
Presented by Representative THORNE of Carmel.
Cosponsored by Senator BALDACCI of Penobscot.
(5-42) Ella Johnson, of Hermon, a student-athlete at Hermon High School, who won the Class B Girls Indoor Track State Championship in the 800-meter Run Event. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 595)
Presented by Representative THORNE of Carmel.
Cosponsored by Senator BALDACCI of Penobscot.
(5-43) Amos Reid, of Skowhegan, who has received the 2026 Vanessa L. Quinn Volunteer of the Year Award from the Skowhegan Regional Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 624)
Presented by Representative POIRIER of Skowhegan.
Cosponsored by Senator FARRIN of Somerset.
(5-44) Charles and Belinda McLaughlin, Jr., of Woodland, who are celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 632)
Presented by Representative BABIN of Fort Fairfield.
Cosponsored by Senator BERNARD of Aroostook.
(5-45) the Independence Association, of Brunswick, on the association's 60th Anniversary. Founded in 1966 in Brunswick by families and community members committed to expanding opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Independence Association was established through strong family leadership and advocacy at a time when community-based supports were limited. Headquartered in Brunswick, the organization provides residential, employment, case management and community support services designed to promote independence, dignity and full participation in community life. Throughout its 60-year history, Independence Association has maintained a close partnership with families, who continue to play an important role in shaping services and strengthening its mission. In 2026, as the organization celebrates six decades of service, reflecting its enduring commitment to individuals with disabilities, their families and the broader Midcoast community. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 633)
Presented by Representative ARFORD of Brunswick.
Cosponsored by President DAUGHTRY of Cumberland, Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec, Senator TEPLER of Sagadahoc, Representative ANKELES of Brunswick, Representative GOLEK of Harpswell, Representative HEPLER of Woolwich, Representative MONTELL of Gardiner, Representative SACHS of Freeport, Representative SINCLAIR of Bath.
(5-46) Spindleworks, of Brunswick, a program of the Independence Association, on its 50th anniversary. Established in 1976, Spindleworks is an inclusive art center serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For 50 years, the program has provided professional studio space, artistic mentorship and opportunities for artists to develop, exhibit and sell their work. Recognized within Maine and nationally as a pioneering model of inclusive arts programming, Spindleworks has contributed meaningfully to the cultural life of the Midcoast region and beyond. As it marks its 50th anniversary in 2026, Spindleworks continues to advance artistic expression, community engagement and inclusion through art. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 634)
Presented by Representative ARFORD of Brunswick.
Cosponsored by President DAUGHTRY of Cumberland, Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec, Senator TEPLER of Sagadahoc, Representative ANKELES of Brunswick, Representative GOLEK of Harpswell, Representative HEPLER of Woolwich, Representative MONTELL of Gardiner, Representative SACHS of Freeport, Representative SINCLAIR of Bath.
(5-47) Oliver Cray, of St. Albans, a member of Troop No. 403, who has attained the high rank and distinction of Eagle Scout. This is the highest award in Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 635)
Presented by Representative CRAY of Palmyra.
Cosponsored by Senator BLACK of Franklin.
In Memory of:
(5-48) Pauline M. "Polly" Dever, of Southwest Harbor. Over the years, Mrs. Dever worked in a variety of occupations, including as a first responder with the Southwest Harbor-Tremont Nursing Association Ambulance Service, as a dispatcher with the Southwest Harbor Police Department and as a Certified Nurse's Aide. She also served as chair of the Board of Directors for the Southwest Harbor-Tremont Nursing Association and was a member of the Southwest Harbor Congregational Church. Mrs. Dever will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family, friends and community;
(SLS 1853)
(5-49) David B. Landry, of Auburn. Mr. Landry served as the Chief Executive Officer of Spectrum Healthcare Partners and was widely respected as a groundbreaking, visionary and compassionate leader in the healthcare industry. He joined Spectrum Healthcare in 1998 as the Chief Operating Officer and assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer in 2007. Under his leadership, Spectrum flourished as one of Maine's leading healthcare organizations. Known for his business acumen, strategic vision and an ability to authentically communicate and connect with an incredible breadth of individuals, he was admired as a mentor, innovator and leader in healthcare. Mr. Landry was also deeply committed to civic engagement and community service, serving for more than a decade on the Board of Directors of the YMCA of Southern Maine and as its chief volunteer officer from 2019 to 2024. In recognition of his efforts to improve access to quality healthcare in Maine, he received the 2022 Crystal Heart Award from the Maine Chapter of the American Heart Association. Mr. Landry will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
(SLS 1855)
(5-50) Jessica Meek, of Carmel. Mrs. Meek served her community on the School Board and the Town Planning Board. She was recognized by the Spirit of America Foundation for her community service, and the Town of Carmel dedicated its Town Report to her. Mrs. Meek will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family, friends and community;
(HLS 631)
Presented by Representative THORNE of Carmel.
Cosponsored by Senator HAGGAN of Penobscot.
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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" (H-894) on Bill "An Act to Ensure Access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in Maine"
(H.P. 1375) (L.D. 2051)
Signed:
Senators:
INGWERSEN of York
NANGLE of Cumberland
Representatives:
MEYER of Eliot
DEBRITO of Waterville
GRAHAM of North Yarmouth
MCCABE of Lewiston
SHAGOURY of Hallowell
ZAGER of Portland
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
MOORE of Washington
Representatives:
DAIGLE of Fort Kent
FREDERICKS of Sanford
GRIFFIN of Levant
LEMELIN of Chelsea
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(6-2) Majority Report of the Committee on LABOR reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-899) on Bill "An Act to Advance Equitable Energy Policy in Maine"
(H.P. 464) (L.D. 725)
Signed:
Senators:
TIPPING of Penobscot
RAFFERTY of York
Representatives:
ROEDER of Bangor
ARCHER of Saco
BECK of South Portland
GEIGER of Rockland
MACIAS of Topsham
SKOLD of Portland
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
BRADSTREET of Kennebec
Representatives:
COLLINS of Sidney
DRINKWATER of Milford
SOBOLESKI of Phillips
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(6-3) Majority Report of the Committee on TAXATION reporting Ought Not to Passon Bill "An Act to Promote Film Production in Maine"
(H.P. 1309) (L.D. 1957)
Signed:
Senators:
GROHOSKI of Hancock
TIPPING of Penobscot
Representatives:
LAVIGNE of Berwick
MATLACK of St. George
QUINT of Hodgdon
RUDNICKI of Fairfield
WHITE of Ellsworth
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-900) on same Bill.
Signed:
Senator:
BICKFORD of Androscoggin
Representatives:
SAYRE of Kennebunk
CROCKETT of Portland
FRIEDMANN of Bar Harbor
HARRIMAN of Lewiston
SWALLOW of Houlton
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(6-4) Majority Report of the Committee on TAXATION reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-897) on Bill "An Act to Establish Municipal Cost Components for Unorganized Territory Services to Be Rendered in Fiscal Year 2026-27" (EMERGENCY)
(H.P. 1499) (L.D. 2222)
Signed:
Senators:
GROHOSKI of Hancock
BICKFORD of Androscoggin
TIPPING of Penobscot
Representatives:
SAYRE of Kennebunk
CROCKETT of Portland
FRIEDMANN of Bar Harbor
HARRIMAN of Lewiston
LAVIGNE of Berwick
MATLACK of St. George
QUINT of Hodgdon
RUDNICKI of Fairfield
WHITE of Ellsworth
Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-898) on same Bill.
Signed:
Representative:
SWALLOW of Houlton
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(6-5) Ten Members of the Committee on TAXATION report in Report "A" Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-901) on Bill "An Act to Modify Taxes Applying to Adult Use Cannabis, Hemp and Hemp Products"
(H.P. 1301) (L.D. 1942)
Signed:
Senators:
GROHOSKI of Hancock
BICKFORD of Androscoggin
TIPPING of Penobscot
Representatives:
SAYRE of Kennebunk
FRIEDMANN of Bar Harbor
GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach
LAVIGNE of Berwick
MATLACK of St. George
RUDNICKI of Fairfield
SWALLOW of Houlton
One Member of the same Committee reports in Report "B" Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-902) on same Bill.
Signed:
Representative:
QUINT of Hodgdon
One Member of the same Committee reports in Report "C" Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed:
Representative:
WHITE of Ellsworth
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CONSENT CALENDAR
First Day
In accordance with House Rule 519, the following item appeared on the Consent Calendar for the First Day:
(7-1) (S.P. 848) (L.D. 2138) Resolve, Authorizing the Department of Administrative and Financial Services to Convey the Interests of the State in Certain Real Property in Bangor Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass
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Emergency Measure
(10-1) An Act to Require Prior Notification of Closures of Labor and Delivery Units and Changes in Maternity or Newborn Care Services by Hospitals as Recommended by the Commission to Evaluate the Scope of Regulatory Review and Oversight over Health Care Transactions That Impact the Delivery of Health Care Services in the State
(H.P. 1470) (L.D. 2189)
(H. "A" H-886 to C. "A" H-851)
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 Extend the Requirement That the Maine Commission on Public Defense Services Compensate Certain Private Attorneys Appointed to Provide Indigent Legal Services
(S.P. 894) (L.D. 2193)
(C. "A" S-562)
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 Confirm and Finalize the Boundary Between the Town of Kittery and the Town of York
(H.P. 1493) (L.D. 2214)
(C. "A" H-884)
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
(10-4) An Act to Establish a Stewardship Program for Primary and Rechargeable Batteries
(S.P. 214) (L.D. 474)
(C. "A" S-565)
(10-5) An Act to Amend Certain Definitions in the Laws Governing Conservation Easements
(H.P. 683) (L.D. 1054)
(C. "A" H-883)
(10-6) An Act to Improve Behavioral Health Crisis Services and Suicide Prevention Services
(S.P. 505) (L.D. 1216)
(C. "A" S-561)
(10-7) An Act Regarding Background Checks for Medical Cannabis Providers
(H.P. 1063) (L.D. 1609)
(C. "A" H-874)
(10-8) An Act to Expand the Dental Care Access Credit
(H.P. 1093) (L.D. 1652)
(C. "A" H-871)
(10-9) An Act to Extend the Maine Lobster Marketing Collaborative to December 31, 2028
(S.P. 816) (L.D. 2002)
(C. "A" S-574)
(10-10) An Act to Clarify the Requirement for Municipalities to Provide Public Notice in a Newspaper
(S.P. 831) (L.D. 2042)
(C. "A" S-573)
(10-11) An Act to Support Rehabilitation and Development of Affordable Housing
(S.P. 844) (L.D. 2057)
(C. "A" S-575)
(10-12) An Act to Expand Access to Early Childhood Nutrition by Establishing a Grant Program for Public Preschools
(S.P. 853) (L.D. 2064)
(C. "A" S-568)
(10-13) An Act to Establish a Monetary Penalty for Employers Whose Unemployment Payment Is Returned Unpaid
(H.P. 1416) (L.D. 2101)
(C. "A" H-870)
(10-14) An Act to Establish the Maine Nonprofit Security Grant Program
(H.P. 1422) (L.D. 2107)
(C. "A" H-866)
(10-15) An Act to Update Certain Water Quality Standards and to Reclassify Certain Waters of the State
(S.P. 892) (L.D. 2187)
(10-16) An Act Regarding the Statute of Limitations for Certain Sexual Offenses Committed Against Minors
(H.P. 1484) (L.D. 2207)
(C. "A" H-867)
(10-17) An Act to Clarify Board of Environmental Protection Procedures Regarding Appeals of Licensing or Permitting Decisions of the Commissioner of Environmental Protection
(H.P. 1489) (L.D. 2210)
(C. "A" H-879)
(10-18) An Act to Increase the Per Diem Rate for Members of the Maine Labor Relations Board
(H.P. 1495) (L.D. 2218)
(C. "A" H-869)
(10-19) An Act to Update Financial Assurance Requirements for Certain Solid Waste Facilities
(H.P. 1504) (L.D. 2227)
(C. "A" H-878)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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Resolves
(10-20) Resolve, to Establish the Commission to Study Options for Public Financing of Transmission and Distribution Infrastructure, Generation Projects and Energy Storage Projects
(S.P. 371) (L.D. 838)
(C. "A" S-566)
(10-21) Resolve, to Establish the Commission to Improve Tenant-Landlord Relationships and Increase the Use of Housing Vouchers
(H.P. 533) (L.D. 847)
(C. "A" H-868)
(10-22) Resolve, to Improve Dental Care Access by Modifying the MaineCare Reimbursement Methodology for the Provision of Certain Dental Services
(H.P. 1438) (L.D. 2123)
(C. "A" H-876)
(10-23) Resolve, to Direct the Department of Health and Human Services to Develop Innovative Models for the Delivery of Dental Services to Expand Access to Oral Health Care Throughout the State
(H.P. 1488) (L.D. 2209)
(C. "A" H-872)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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ORDERS OF THE DAY
HOUSE CALENDAR
THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 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. 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)
5. Bill "An Act to Enact the Maine Online Data Privacy Act"
(H.P. 1220) (L.D. 1822)
- In House, PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-716) AS AMENDED BY HOUSE AMENDMENT "A" (H-788) thereto on February 10, 2026.
- In Senate, PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-716) AS AMENDED BY SENATE AMENDMENT "A" (S-528) thereto in NON-CONCURRENCE.
TABLED - March 12, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.
PENDING - FURTHER CONSIDERATION.
6. Bill "An Act to Require General Public Notification of Oil Terminal Facility Transfer Activities"
(H.P. 991) (L.D. 1507)
- In House, Minority (4) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESREAD and ACCEPTED on February 10, 2026.
- In Senate, Majority (6) OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-794) in NON-CONCURRENCE.
TABLED - March 12, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.
PENDING - FURTHER CONSIDERATION.
7. SENATE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (11) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-529) - Minority (2) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRSon Bill "An Act Regarding the Prohibition of Online Sweepstakes Games"
(S.P. 825) (L.D. 2007)
- In Senate, Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-529).
TABLED - March 17, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative SUPICA of Bangor.
PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
8. Bill "An Act Permitting the Use of Oral Fluid Testing in Determining the Intoxication of Drivers, Aircraft Operators and Hunters"
(S.P. 915) (L.D. 2237)
- In Senate, Report READand ACCEPTED and the Bill REFERRED to the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY.
TABLED - March 18, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.
PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF COMMITTEE REPORT.
9. SENATE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (12) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-538) - Minority (1) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES on Bill "An Act to Provide Additional Financing Options to Consumers in the State"
(S.P. 843) (L.D. 2056)
- In Senate, Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-538).
TABLED - March 19, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative MATHIESON of Kittery.
PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
10. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-877) - Minority (4) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on LABOR on Bill "An Act to Amend the Law Governing Agricultural Labor Housing Standards"
(H.P. 1404) (L.D. 2089)
TABLED - March 24, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative ROEDER of Bangor.
PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
11. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A"(8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-881)- Report "B" (3) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-882) - Report "C" (2) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY on Bill "An Act Regarding Energy, Utilities and Technology"
(H.P. 207) (L.D. 307)
TABLED - March 24, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative SACHS of Freeport.
PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF ANY REPORT.
12. SENATE REPORT - Ought to Pass - Committee on TRANSPORTATION on Resolve, Authorizing the Joint Standing Committee of the Legislature Having Jurisdiction over Transportation Matters to Report out a Bill Regarding the Towing Industry
(S.P. 917) (L.D. 2241)
- In Senate, Report READand ACCEPTED and the Resolve PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED.
TABLED - March 25, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative CRAFTS of Newcastle.
PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF COMMITTEE REPORT.
13. SENATE REPORT - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-553) - Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act to Clarify Certain Laws Governing Licenses for the Sale of Liquor by Manufacturers" (EMERGENCY)
(S.P. 874) (L.D. 2155)
- In Senate, Unanimous OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-553).
TABLED - March 25, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland.
PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF COMMITTEE REPORT.
14. An Act to Protect the Right to Harvest Fish and Wildlife
(S.P. 559) (L.D. 1343)
(C. "B" S-522)
TABLED - March 25, 2026 (Till Later Today) by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick.
PENDING - PASSAGE TO BE ENACTED.
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BILLS HELD
1. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A"(7) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-891)- Report "B" (5) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-892) - Report "C" (1) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY on Bill "An Act to Prohibit the Unauthorized Use of Drones on or over the Premises of Correctional Facilities and Jails"
(H.P. 1446) (L.D. 2157)
- In House, PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "B" (H-892).
HELD at the Request of Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford.
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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
(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 413)
STATE OF MAINE
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
SPEAKER'S OFFICE
AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
March 26, 2026
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 (H), I appoint Representative Tiffany Roberts, of South Berwick to serve as Speaker Pro Tem to convene the House on Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan D. Fecteau
Speaker of the House
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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) The following Joint Order: (S.P. 918)
ORDERED, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until Monday, March 30, 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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