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The House CalendarThe Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives Monday, August 26, 2019
This being the day designated in the proclamation of the Governor for meeting of the One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Legislature in extra session, the members of the House of Representatives are to assemble in their hall at 10:00 in the morning and will be called to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Honorable Thomas H. Skolfield, Weld.
National Anthem by Honorable Craig V. Hickman, Winthrop.
Pledge of Allegiance.
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CALLING OF THE ROLL
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The Following Proclamation: (H.C. 221)
STATE OF MAINE PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, there exists in the State of Maine an extraordinary occasion arising from the need to resolve certain bond measures pending at the time of adjournment of the First Regular Session of the 129th Legislature of the State of Maine; and
WHEREAS, such measures are limited to authorizations related to transportation, pollution control, economic development, energy conservation, land acquisition, and educational and veterans' facilities;and
WHEREAS, the public health, safety, and welfare require that the Legislature consider these measures in a timely manner so that those approved may be on the ballot for consideration by the voters at referendum on November 5, 2019;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Janet T. Mills, Governor of the State of Maine, by the power conferred by Article V, Part 1, Section 13 of the Constitution of the State of Maine, convene the Legislature of this State, hereby requiring the Representatives and the Senators to assemble at 10:00 o'clock in the morning in their respective chambers at the Capitol in Augusta on Monday, August 26, 2019, in order to receive communications, and to consider and approve such bond issues and any appropriate technical measures that I propose and that the Legislature in their judgment agree will timely promote the welfare of the State.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have caused the Great Seal of the State to be hereunto affixed GIVEN under my hand at Augusta this nineteenth day of August in the Year Two Thousand and Nineteen.
S/Janet T. Mills Governor
S/Matthew Dunlap Secretary of State TRUE ATTESTED COPY
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On motion of Representative MOONEN of Portland, the following House Order: (H.O. 34)
ORDERED, that a Committee of ten be appointed to wait upon Her Excellency, Governor Janet T. Mills, and inform her that a quorum of the House of Representatives is assembled in the Hall of the House for the consideration of such business as may come before the House.
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On motion of Representative FECTEAU of Biddeford, the following House Order: (H.O. 35)
ORDERED, that a message be conveyed to the Senate that a quorum of the House of Representatives is present for the consideration of such business as may come before the House.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 222)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
July 23, 2019
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under Title 5, section 12004-I, subsection 52-C, I am withdrawing my appointments of the following people for the Marijuana Advisory Commission, effective immediately:
· Rep. Don Marean of Hollis, as a member of the House of Representatives; · Rebecca Smith of Brunswick, Director of Government Relations at the American Heart Association, as a member of the public with demonstrated expertise and credentials in public health policy.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
Sara Gideon Speaker of the House
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.C. 223)
STATE OF MAINE 129TH MAINE LEGISLATURE
July 29, 2019
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to our authority under Title 12, MRSA, §6447, we are pleased to appoint Representative Robert Alley of Beals to Zone A of the Lobster Management Policy Council as a non-voting member serving a 2-year term. This appointment is effective the date of this letter.
Please let us know if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
S/Sara Gideon Speaker of the House
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (H.C. 224)
STATE OF MAINE 129TH MAINE LEGISLATURE
July 29, 2019
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to our authority under Title 12, MRSA, §6447, we are pleased to appoint Representative Lydia Blume of Cape Neddick to Zone G of the Lobster Management Policy Council as a non-voting member serving a 2-year term. This appointment is effective the date of this letter.
Please let us know if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
S/Sara Gideon Speaker of the House
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(2-4) The Following Communication: (H.C. 225)
STATE OF MAINE 129TH MAINE LEGISLATURE
July 29, 2019
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to our authority under Title 12, MRSA, §6447, we are pleased to appoint Representative Brian Hubbell of Bar Harbor to Zone B of the Lobster Management Policy Council as a non-voting member serving a 2-year term. This appointment is effective the date of this letter.
Please let us know if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
S/Sara Gideon Speaker of the House
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(2-5) The Following Communication: (H.C. 226)
STATE OF MAINE 129TH MAINE LEGISLATURE
July 29, 2019
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to our authority under Title 12, MRSA, §6447, we are pleased to appoint Representative Sherman Hutchins of Penobscot to Zone C of the Lobster Management Policy Council as a non-voting member serving a 2-year term. This appointment is effective the date of this letter.
Please let us know if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
S/Sara Gideon Speaker of the House
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(2-6) The Following Communication: (H.C. 227)
STATE OF MAINE 129TH MAINE LEGISLATURE
July 29, 2019
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to our authority under Title 12, MRSA, §6447, we are pleased to appoint Representative Jay McCreight of Harpswell to Zone F of the Lobster Management Policy Council as a non-voting member serving a 2-year term. This appointment is effective the date of this letter.
Please let us know if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
S/Sara Gideon Speaker of the House
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(2-7) The Following Communication: (H.C. 228)
STATE OF MAINE 129TH MAINE LEGISLATURE
July 29, 2019
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to our authority under Title 12, MRSA, §6447, we are pleased to appoint Senator Dave Miramant of Camden to Zone D of the Lobster Management Policy Council as a non-voting member serving a 2-year term. This appointment is effective the date of this letter.
Please let us know if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
S/Sara Gideon Speaker of the House
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(2-8) The Following Communication: (H.C. 229)
STATE OF MAINE 129TH MAINE LEGISLATURE
July 29, 2019
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to our authority under Title 12, MRSA, §6447, we are pleased to appoint Senator Eloise Vitelli of Arrowsic to Zone E of the Lobster Management Policy Council as a non-voting member serving a 2-year term. This appointment is effective the date of this letter.
Please let us know if you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
S/Sara Gideon Speaker of the House
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(2-9) The Following Communication: (H.C. 231)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
August 21, 2019
The Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under House Rule 201.1 (I) (a), I have rescinded the temporary appointment of Representative Pinny Beebe-Center of Rockland to the Joint Standing Committee on Marine Resources and I have reappointed Representative Michael G. Devin of Newcastle to the Joint Standing Committee on Marine Resources, effective immediately.
Please do not hesitate to contact me should you have any questions regarding this temporary appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Sara Gideon Speaker of the House
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(2-10) The Following Communication: (H.C. 230)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
August 26, 2019
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority, I have appointed the following members to serve on committees, subcommittees, commissions, councils, groups and task forces:
Task Force on Changes to the Maine Indian Claims Settlement Implementing Act, pursuant to Joint Order, H.P. 1307, effective immediately: · Honorable Donna Bailey of Saco · Honorable Anne C. Perry of Calais · Honorable Kathleen R. J. Dillingham of Oxford
Maine Climate Council, pursuant to Title 38, MRSA, Ch. 3-A, §577-A: · Honorable Lydia Blume of York · Honorable Richard H. Campbell of Orrington I am also pleased to appoint the following people in the following capacities: · Honorable Brian L. Hubbell of Bar Harbor, to the Scientific and Technical Subcommittee · Honorable Bettyann W. Sheats of Auburn, to the Transportation Working Group · Honorable William R. Tuell of East Machias to the Coastal and Marine Working Group · Honorable Dennis L. Keschl of Belgrade, to the Buildings, Infrastructure, and Housing Working Group · Honorable MaryAnne Kinney of Knox, to the Working Lands and Ecosystems Working Group · Honorable Seth A. Berry of Bowdoinham, to the Energy Working Group
Working Group on Mental Health, pursuant to S.P. 508, effective immediately: · Honorable Charlotte Warren of Hallowell, Chair · Honorable Beth A. O'Connor of Berwick · Ms. Nyamuon Nguany of Portland · Mr. Kevin Voyvodich of Augusta · Ms. Donna Yellen of Portland · Sheriff Kevin Joyce of Portland · Ms. Malory Shaughnessy of Augusta · Karen Evans of Portland
Commission to Study Children's Mental Health, pursuant to H.P. 41, effective immediately: · Honorable Colleen Madigan of Waterville, Chair · Honorable Amy Arata of New Gloucester · Ms. Jennifer Johnson of Waterville · Dr. Lindsey Tweed of Vassalboro
Blue Ribbon Commission to Study and Recommend Funding Solutions for the State's Transportation System, pursuant to H.P. 700, effective immediately: · Honorable Andrew J. McLean of Gorham, Chair · Honorable Kristen Sarah Cloutier of Lewiston, House Member on the Taxation Committee · Honorable Thomas H. Martin, Jr. of Greene, House Member on the Transportation Committee · Honorable Nathan J. Wadsworth of Hiram · Mr. Ryan Ratledge of Bangor
Commission to Study Long-term Care Workforce Issues, pursuant to H.P. 743, effective immediately: · Honorable Jessica L. Fay of Raymond, Chair · Honorable Holly B. Stover of Boothbay · Honorable Abigail W. Griffin of Levant · Ms. Mary Jane Richards of Skowhegan · Mr. Don Harden of Portland · Dr. Sandy Butler of Orono · Ms. Betsy Sawyer-Manter of Lewiston · Ms. Debbie Gilmer of Readfield · Ms. Amy Winston of Brunswick
Commission to Study Economic, Environmental and Energy Benefits of Energy Storage to the Maine Electricity Industry, pursuant to H.P. 1166, effective September 19, 2019: · Honorable Christina Riley of Jay, Chair · Honorable Steven D. Foster of Dexter · Honorable Nicole Grohoski of Ellsworth · Mr. Rob Wood of Brunswick · Mr. Jeff Bishop of Salt Lake City, UT · Jeremy Niles of Westbrook
Maine Children's Cabinet Early Childhood Advisory Council, pursuant to S.P. 602, effective September 19, 2019: · Honorable Teresa S. Pierce of Falmouth · Honorable Heidi H. Sampson of Alfred · Casey Henderson of Waterville
Commission to Improve the Sentencing, Supervision, Management and Incarceration of Prisoners, pursuant to Resolve, Chapter 104, effective September 19, 2019: · Honorable Rachel Talbot Ross of Portland, Chair · Honorable Pinny Beebe-Center of Rockland
Maine's Early Childhood Special Education Services – Independent Review Advisory Committee, pursuant to H.P. 743, effective immediately: · Audrey Bartholomew of Portland · Camelia Babson-Haley of Portland · Jane Dugin of Kittery · Jillian O'Brien of Westbrook · Ellen Halliday of Houlton
Please contact my office if you have any questions regarding these appointments.
Sincerely,
S/Sara Gideon Speaker of the House
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PETITIONS, BILLS AND RESOLVES REQUIRING REFERENCE (3-1) Bill "An Act To Amend the Law That Increases the Number of Franklin County Commissioners" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1323) (L.D. 1852)
Sponsored by Representative RILEY of Jay. (GOVERNOR'S BILL)
Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT suggested and ordered printed.
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(4-1) On motion of Representative FARNSWORTH of Portland, the following House Order: (H.O. 36)
ORDERED, that Representative Heidi E. Brooks of Lewiston be excused June 18, 19 and 20 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Richard M. Cebra of Naples be excused June 19 and 20 for personal reasons.
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ORDERS OF THE DAY HOUSE CALENDAR
The following matters, in the consideration of which the House was engaged at the time of adjournment, have preference in the Orders of the Day and continue with such preference until disposed of as provided by House Rule 502.
1. RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine To Explicitly Prohibit Discrimination Based on the Sex of an Individual (H.P. 342) (L.D. 433)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular sessions, or both, of the 129th Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order H.P. 1322 on June 20, 2019. TABLED - May 28, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative FECTEAU of Biddeford. PENDING - FINAL PASSAGE.
2. RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine To Establish a Right to Food (H.P. 583) (L.D. 795)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular sessions, or both, of the 129th Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order H.P. 1322 on June 20, 2019. TABLED - June 17, 2019 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland. PENDING - FINAL PASSAGE.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 1
(1-1) Bill "An Act To Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue for the Protection and Enhancement of Water Quality, Support of Environmental Clean-up Efforts and Provision of Loans for the Residential Purchase of High-performance Air Source Heat Pumps" (S.P. 631) (L.D. 1847)
Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, under suspension of the rules and WITHOUT REFERENCE to a Committee, the Bill READ TWICE and PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED.
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(1-2) Bill "An Act To Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue To Provide Broadband Internet Infrastructure in Unserved and Underserved Areas of the State, Maintenance and Improvement of the Maine National Guard Armories, Readiness Centers and Support Facilities and Capital Improvements and Equipment Purchases for Career and Technical Education Centers" (S.P. 632) (L.D. 1848)
Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, under suspension of the rules and WITHOUT REFERENCE to a Committee, the Bill READ TWICE and PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 2
Bond Issue
(10-1) An Act To Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue for the Protection and Enhancement of Water Quality, Support of Environmental Clean-up Efforts and Provision of Loans for the Residential Purchase of High-performance Air Source Heat Pumps (S.P. 631) (L.D. 1847)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. In accordance with the provisions of Section 14 of Article IX of the Constitution, a two-thirds vote of the House necessary.
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Bond Issue
(10-2) An Act To Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue To Provide Broadband Internet Infrastructure in Unserved and Underserved Areas of the State, Maintenance and Improvement of the Maine National Guard Armories, Readiness Centers and Support Facilities and Capital Improvements and Equipment Purchases for Career and Technical Education Centers (S.P. 632) (L.D. 1848)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. In accordance with the provisions of Section 14 of Article IX of the Constitution, a two-thirds vote of the House necessary.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 3
(1-1) Bill "An Act To Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue for Land Conservation, Water Access, Outdoor Recreation, Wildlife and Fish Habitats and Farmland and Working Waterfront Preservation" (S.P. 635) (L.D. 1851)
Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, under suspension of the rules and WITHOUT REFERENCE to a Committee, the Bill READ TWICE and PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 4
(1-1) Bill "An Act To Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue To Improve Highways, Bridges and Multimodal Facilities" (S.P. 634) (L.D. 1850)
Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, under suspension of the rules and WITHOUT REFERENCE to a Committee, the Bill READ TWICE and PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 5
(1-1) Bill "An Act Regarding the Laws Governing the Maine School for Marine Science, Technology, Transportation and Engineering" (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 633) (L.D. 1849)
Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, under suspension of the rules and WITHOUT REFERENCE to a Committee, the Bill READ TWICE and PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 6
Emergency Measure
(10-1) An Act To Amend the Law That Increases the Number of Franklin County Commissioners (H.P. 1323) (L.D. 1852)
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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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 7
Bond Issue
(10-1) An Act To Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue for Land Conservation, Water Access, Outdoor Recreation, Wildlife and Fish Habitats and Farmland and Working Waterfront Preservation (S.P. 635) (L.D. 1851)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. In accordance with the provisions of Section 14 of Article IX of the Constitution, a two-thirds vote of the House necessary.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 8
Bond Issue
(10-1) An Act To Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue To Improve Highways, Bridges and Multimodal Facilities (S.P. 634) (L.D. 1850)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. In accordance with the provisions of Section 14 of Article IX of the Constitution, a two-thirds vote of the House necessary.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 9
Emergency Measure
(10-1) An Act Regarding the Laws Governing the Maine School for Marine Science, Technology, Transportation and Engineering (S.P. 633) (L.D. 1849)
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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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 10
(1-1) The following Joint Order: (S.P. 636)
ORDERED, the House concurring, that Bill, "An Act To Clarify and Amend MaineCare Reimbursement Provisions for Nursing and Residential Care Facilities," S.P. 588, L.D. 1758, and all its accompanying papers, be recalled from the Governor's desk to the Senate.
Comes from the Senate, READ and PASSED.
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