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The House CalendarThe Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives Thursday, February 16, 2023
Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Reverend Mark Tanner, Skowhegan Federated Church.
National Anthem by Carsyn Session, Farmingdale.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Reading of the Journal of Tuesday, February 14, 2023. _________________________________
(1-1) The following Joint Resolution: (S.P. 243)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING FEBRUARY 2023 AS 211 MONTH
WHEREAS,211 Maine is a Maine-based health and human services and emergency preparedness and response helpline that provides Maine people free and confidential referralsto needed resources; and
WHEREAS, 211 Maine provides around-the-clock service statewide, offering efficient and effective responses from people employed in Maine to questions arising from the growing complexities in health, financial and human services and the needs of Maine people;and
WHEREAS, since 2006, 211 Maine call specialists have assisted with requests for information regarding topics ranging from substance use and recovery services to housing support and food resources, in 2022 fielding over 85,000 calls, text messages and e‑mails from people looking for help;and
WHEREAS, 211 Maine has supported the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the people of Maine by fielding general questions about COVID-19 since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, including questions regarding how people can best protect themselves, the common symptoms of COVID-19, travel advisories and the latest information on testing, and in this support role has fielded over 97,000 contacts;and
WHEREAS, during this past year, 211 Maine directed over 20,000 Maine people to heating and electric utility assistance services, which may have prevented their contacting the wrong agency for heating assistance, prevented utility shut-offs and saved people fromspending winter nights without fuel; and
WHEREAS, 211 Maine handles a number of specialized services and partnerships, including the opiate helpline and the gambling helpline and serving as the centralized access point for the Help Me Grow Maine program, helping families with children from birth to 8 years of age get connected to needed services, and is also a resource for finding information about needs such as tax preparation, mental health services and browntail moth caterpillar prevention, mitigation and treatment; and
WHEREAS, 211 Maine provides a powerful example of how the government and nonprofit and private sectors can work together to improve the quality of life of the people of Maine; now,therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-first Legislature now assembled in the First Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to recognize February 2023 as 211 Month.
Comes from the Senate, READ and ADOPTED.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 71)
STATE OF MAINE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY 104 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0104
January 31, 2023
The Honorable Rachel Talbot Ross Speaker of the House of Representatives 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
RE: Appointment of William G. Ross of Cumberland to Chief of the Maine State Police
Dear Madam Speaker:
This is to inform you that with the advice and consent of the Governor, I am nominating William G. Ross of Cumberland to Chief of the Maine State Police.
Pursuant to Title 25-A, MRSA §1501, this appointment is contingent on confirmation by the Maine State Senate after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety.
Thank you.
Very truly yours,
S/Michael Sauschuck Commissioner, Maine Department of Public Safety
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.C. 72)
STATE OF MAINE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY 104 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0104
February 8, 2023
The Honorable Rachel Talbot Ross Speaker of the House of Representatives 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
RE: Appointment of Richard M. McCarthy of Oakland to Maine State Fire Marshal
Dear Madam Speaker:
This is to inform you that with the advice and consent of the Governor, I am nominating Richard M. McCarthy of Oakland to Maine State Fire Marshal.
Pursuant to Title 25 MRSA §2396, this appointment is contingent on confirmation by the Maine State Senate after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety.
Thank you.
Very truly yours,
S/Michael Sauschuck Commissioner, Maine Department of Public Safety
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (H.C. 73)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
February 14, 2023
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under MRSA Title 5, Part 30, Chapter 623, §24051, I am pleased to appoint Representative Amanda Collamore of Pittsfield to the Maine Children’s Cabinet Early Childhood Advisory Council, effective immediately.
If you have any questions regarding this appointment, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Rachel Talbot Ross Speaker of the House
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(2-4) The Following Communication: (H.C. 74)
CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
February 16, 2023
Honorable Rachel Talbot Ross Speaker of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Speaker Talbot Ross:
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. 127 An Act to Eliminate Television Recycling Fees for Charitable Entities Taxation L.D. 195 An Act to Exempt Gold Star Parents from Income Tax
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-5) The Following Communication: (H.C. 75)
STATE OF MAINE CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
February 16, 2023
Honorable Rachel Talbot Ross Speaker of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Speaker Talbot Ross:
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Health and Human Services has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Madigan of Waterville, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 176 An Act to Increase the Safety of Patients and Staff at the Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center and the Riverview Psychiatric Center
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Judiciary has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Moriarty of Cumberland, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 476 An Act to Amend the Law Regarding Court Locations
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-6) The Following Communication: (H.C. 76)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
February 16, 2023
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 February 15, 2023
Isaac Jurson of Houlton as the Student Trustee for appointment to the Maine Maritime Academy Board of Trustees. Pursuant to Title 5 §12004-C and Public Law 1941, c. 37, §1, as amended by P&SL 1993, c 27, §1, this appointment is contingent on the Maine State Senate’s confirmation after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs.
Jeanne T. Gibson of Winthrop and Douglas Kelley Young, Esquire of Portland for reappointment to the Maine Board of Tax Appeals. Pursuant to Title 36, MRSA §151-D, these reappointments are contingent on the Maine State Senate’s confirmation after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Taxation.
Fernande Desjardins of Saint Agatha and the Honorable Wendy L. Ault of Wayne for reappointment and Denham Salisbury Ward, M.D. of Bowdoinham for appointment to the State Board of Education. Pursuant to Title 20-A, MRSA §401, these reappointments and appointment are contingent on the Maine State Senate’s confirmation after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs.
The Honorable Bettyann Sheets of Auburn for appointment to the Maine Turnpike Authority Board of Directors. Pursuant to Title 23, MRSA §1964-A, this appointment is contingent on the Maine State Senate’s confirmation after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Transportation.
Marguerite Miller Fleming of Portland for reappointment to the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority. Pursuant to Title 23, MRSA §8112, this reappointment is contingent on the Maine State Senate’s confirmation after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Transportation.
Sincerely,
S/Rachel Talbot Ross Speaker of the House
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PETITIONS, BILLS AND RESOLVES REQUIRING REFERENCE (3-1) Bill "An Act to Direct the Maine Criminal Justice Academy to Develop a Nonresidential Law Enforcement Training Program" (H.P. 442) (L.D. 673)
Sponsored by Representative LAJOIE of Lewiston. Cosponsored by Senator BRAKEY of Androscoggin and Representatives: ABDI of Lewiston, BRIDGEO of Augusta, LANDRY of Farmington, LEE of Auburn, LIBBY of Auburn, SARGENT of York, SHAGOURY of Hallowell, WOOD of Greene. (3-2) Bill "An Act to Allow Bail Commissioners to Carry Firearms in Correctional Facilities and Jails" (H.P. 443) (L.D. 674)
Sponsored by Representative LAJOIE of Lewiston. Cosponsored by Representatives: BRIDGEO of Augusta, LANDRY of Farmington, LEE of Auburn, LIBBY of Auburn, PERKINS of Dover-Foxcroft, WOOD of Greene, Senator: BRAKEY of Androscoggin. (3-3) Bill "An Act Regarding Eligibility of County Jail Inmates for a Community Confinement Monitoring Program" (H.P. 461) (L.D. 692)
Sponsored by Representative DOUDERA of Camden. Cosponsored by Senator BEEBE-CENTER of Knox and Representatives: GERE of Kennebunkport, JAUCH of Topsham, RECKITT of South Portland, RUSSELL of Verona Island, SALISBURY of Westbrook. (3-4) Bill "An Act Regarding the Detention, Supervision and Transportation of Arrested Juveniles" (H.P. 471) (L.D. 702)
Sponsored by Representative COSTAIN of Plymouth. Cosponsored by Representatives: CRAY of Palmyra, DRINKWATER of Milford, HALL of Wilton, JACKSON of Oxford, MASON of Lisbon, PAUL of Winterport, RUDNICKI of Fairfield, Senator: BLACK of Franklin. (3-5) Bill "An Act to Expand the List of Crimes That Do Not Qualify for Immunity Under Maine's Good Samaritan Laws Concerning Drug-related Medical Assistance" (H.P. 483) (L.D. 714)
Sponsored by Representative CAMPBELL of Orrington. (BY REQUEST) Cosponsored by Senator LYFORD of Penobscot. Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-6) Bill "An Act to Create the Public Art Fund" (H.P. 438) (L.D. 669)
Sponsored by Representative COLLINGS of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec and Representatives: ABDI of Lewiston, BRENNAN of Portland, CRAVEN of Lewiston, DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe, TERRY of Gorham, THERIAULT of Fort Kent, Senators: BEEBE-CENTER of Knox, CURRY of Waldo. (3-7) Bill "An Act to Require Parental Approval for Public School Employees to Use a Name or Pronoun Other than a Child's Given Name or Pronoun Corresponding to the Gender on the Child's Birth Certificate" (H.P. 447) (L.D. 678)
Sponsored by Representative SMITH of Palermo. Cosponsored by Senator KEIM of Oxford and Representatives: ANDREWS of Paris, DAVIS of East Machias, HYMES of Waldo, PAUL of Winterport, SCHMERSAL-BURGESS of Mexico, SOBOLESKI of Phillips, WHITE of Guilford. (3-8) Bill "An Act to Implement Pilot Programs with Publicly Funded Day Care and Early Childhood Education" (H.P. 453) (L.D. 684)
Sponsored by Representative GEIGER of Rockland. Cosponsored by Senator BEEBE-CENTER of Knox and Representative: MATLACK of St. George. (3-9) Bill "An Act to Clarify the Requirements Regarding Fingerprinting Law Enforcement Officers in Schools" (H.P. 472) (L.D. 703)
Sponsored by Representative CRAFTS of Newcastle. (3-10) Bill "An Act to Extend or Waive Requirements for Certain Teaching Certificates" (H.P. 481) (L.D. 712)
Sponsored by Representative BELL of Yarmouth. Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-11) Bill "An Act to Reduce Electricity Rates" (H.P. 452) (L.D. 683)
Sponsored by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. Cosponsored by Representatives: BOYER of Poland, CAMPBELL of Orrington, FOSTER of Dexter, MORRIS of Turner, PAUL of Winterport, SAMPSON of Alfred. (3-12) Bill "An Act to Study the Construction of a Nuclear Power Facility in the State" (H.P. 458) (L.D. 689)
Sponsored by Representative WALKER of Naples. Cosponsored by Senator BRAKEY of Androscoggin and Representatives: BABIN of Fort Fairfield, DUNPHY of Embden, FOSTER of Dexter, Senator: BENNETT of Oxford. (3-13) Resolve, to Study the Effects of 5G Technology on Bird, Bee and Insect Populations and the Effects of Long-term Exposure on Children (H.P. 466) (L.D. 697)
Sponsored by Representative QUINT of Hodgdon. Cosponsored by Senator KEIM of Oxford and Representatives: ARDELL of Monticello, ARFORD of Brunswick, BOYER of Poland, CAMPBELL of Orrington, CYRWAY of Albion, NUTTING of Oakland, PERRY of Calais, Senator: CURRY of Waldo. (3-14) Bill "An Act Directing the Public Utilities Commission to Study the State Natural Gas Supply Pursuant to the Maine Energy Cost Reduction Act" (H.P. 467) (L.D. 698)
Sponsored by Representative FOSTER of Dexter. Cosponsored by Senator FARRIN of Somerset and Representatives: BABIN of Fort Fairfield, DUNPHY of Embden, PAUL of Winterport, PLUECKER of Warren, POLEWARCZYK of Wiscasset, WOODSOME of Waterboro, Senator: STEWART of Aroostook. (3-15) Bill "An Act to Reduce Future Energy Costs" (H.P. 468) (L.D. 699)
Sponsored by Representative GEIGER of Rockland. Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-16) Bill "An Act to Increase Funding for and Stabilize the Independent Housing with Services Program Under the Department of Health and Human Services" (H.P. 427) (L.D. 658)
Sponsored by Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook. Cosponsored by Senator BEEBE-CENTER of Knox and Representative: RIELLY of Westbrook. (3-17) Bill "An Act to Promote Seamless and Flexible Home and Community Supports Across the Lifespan for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities or Autism" (H.P. 428) (L.D. 659)
Sponsored by Representative CROCKETT of Portland. Submitted by the Department of Health and Human Services pursuant to Joint Rule 204. (3-18) Bill "An Act to Prohibit Municipal Flavored Tobacco Product Bans on State-licensed Tobacco Retailers" (H.P. 431) (L.D. 662)
Sponsored by Representative PERRY of Bangor. (3-19) Bill "An Act to Protect Maine Taxpayers by Requiring a Person to Be a United States Citizen to Receive General Assistance Benefits and to Ensure Municipal Compliance with Federal Immigration Laws" (H.P. 437) (L.D. 668)
Sponsored by Representative GREENWOOD of Wales. Cosponsored by Senator BRAKEY of Androscoggin and Representatives: ANDREWS of Paris, DRINKWATER of Milford, LIBBY of Auburn, POIRIER of Skowhegan, QUINT of Hodgdon, RUDNICKI of Fairfield, Senators: LYFORD of Penobscot, MOORE of Washington. (3-20) Bill "An Act to Improve the Convenience of Public Restrooms" (H.P. 444) (L.D. 675)
Sponsored by Representative ZAGER of Portland. Cosponsored by Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, CRAFTS of Newcastle, RECKITT of South Portland, Senators: DUSON of Cumberland, MOORE of Washington. (3-21) Bill "An Act Regarding Labeling of Packaged Foods for Genetically Modified Organisms" (H.P. 451) (L.D. 682)
Sponsored by Representative QUINT of Hodgdon. Cosponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec and Representatives: ARFORD of Brunswick, BOYER of Poland, CYRWAY of Albion, MATHIESON of Kittery, NUTTING of Oakland, PLUECKER of Warren, WARREN of Scarborough, Senator: BRENNER of Cumberland. (3-22) Bill "An Act to Support Home Share Programming for Seniors" (H.P. 478) (L.D. 709)
Sponsored by Representative O'NEIL of Saco. Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-23) Bill "An Act to Require Health Insurance Coverage for Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections and Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome" (H.P. 432) (L.D. 663)
Sponsored by Representative ROEDER of Bangor. Cosponsored by Senator BALDACCI of Penobscot and Representative: RANA of Bangor. (3-24) Bill "An Act to Improve Access to Specialty Health Care Providers by Reducing Copayments" (H.P. 475) (L.D. 706)
Sponsored by Representative MORRIS of Turner. Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-25) Resolve, Naming a Pond in the Town of New Gloucester as MacDonald Pond (H.P. 429) (L.D. 660)
Sponsored by Representative GRAHAM of North Yarmouth. Cosponsored by Representative: ARATA of New Gloucester. (3-26) Resolve, Naming a Pond in Elm Stream Township as Plummer Pond (H.P. 430) (L.D. 661)
Sponsored by Representative GRAHAM of North Yarmouth. Cosponsored by Representative: DUNPHY of Embden. (3-27) Bill "An Act to Establish Youth Deer Hunting Weekend" (H.P. 441) (L.D. 672)
Sponsored by Representative MASON of Lisbon. Cosponsored by Senator BLACK of Franklin and Representatives: COSTAIN of Plymouth, GUERRETTE of Caribou, HALL of Wilton, JACKSON of Oxford, NUTTING of Oakland, POMERLEAU of Standish, WOOD of Greene, Senator: TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin. (3-28) Bill "An Act to Protect Inland Water Quality, Shorelines, Wildlife and Public Safety by Prohibiting Operation of a Wake Boat to Create an Enhanced Wake Close to Shore or in Shallow Water" (H.P. 462) (L.D. 693)
Sponsored by Representative RISEMAN of Harrison. Cosponsored by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland and Representatives: BOYLE of Gorham, DODGE of Belfast, FAY of Raymond, HASENFUS of Readfield, PLUECKER of Warren, RECKITT of South Portland, SUPICA of Bangor, WARREN of Scarborough. (3-29) Resolve, to Direct the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife to Examine the Northern Pike Population in Sabattus Pond (H.P. 469) (L.D. 700)
Sponsored by Representative GREENWOOD of Wales. (BY REQUEST) Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-30) Bill "An Act to Support Community-based Volunteer Organizations" (H.P. 435) (L.D. 666)
Sponsored by Representative FAY of Raymond. (3-31) Bill "An Act to Ensure Consumer Protection from Resale Ticket Vendors" (H.P. 446) (L.D. 677)
Sponsored by Representative COLLINGS of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, BOYER of Poland, DUCHARME of Madison, FAY of Raymond, MATLACK of St. George, RUDNICKI of Fairfield, WHITE of Waterville, Senator: BRAKEY of Androscoggin. Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-32) Bill "An Act to Amend the Percentage of Votes Needed for an Amendment of a Declaration in the Maine Condominium Act" (H.P. 426) (L.D. 657)
Sponsored by Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook. Cosponsored by Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, DOUDERA of Camden. (3-33) Bill "An Act to Protect Financial Privacy" (H.P. 445) (L.D. 676)
Sponsored by Representative ANDREWS of Paris. Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook and Representatives: FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, O'NEIL of Saco, PLUECKER of Warren, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland, Senators: BENNETT of Oxford, BRAKEY of Androscoggin, HICKMAN of Kennebec, KEIM of Oxford. (3-34) Bill "An Act Regarding Animals Abandoned by Tenants" (H.P. 448) (L.D. 679)
Sponsored by Representative DODGE of Belfast. Cosponsored by Senator LAWRENCE of York and Representatives: BRENNAN of Portland, CRAVEN of Lewiston, DOUDERA of Camden, MADIGAN of Waterville, STOVER of Boothbay, WILLIAMS of Bar Harbor, Senator: BEEBE-CENTER of Knox. (3-35) Bill "An Act Regarding Indigent Legal Services" (H.P. 450) (L.D. 681)
Sponsored by Representative LIBBY of Auburn. Cosponsored by Representative: LEE of Auburn. (3-36) Bill "An Act to Codify That Freedom of Access Act and Freedom of Information Act Requests Are Not Hate Crimes" (H.P. 454) (L.D. 685)
Sponsored by Representative ANDREWS of Paris. (3-37) Bill "An Act to Streamline Rental Application Screenings by Allowing Potential Tenants to Use Screening Services" (H.P. 459) (L.D. 690)
Sponsored by Representative ROEDER of Bangor. Cosponsored by Representatives: GERE of Kennebunkport, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, RANA of Bangor, SALISBURY of Westbrook, SUPICA of Bangor, Senator: TIPPING of Penobscot. (3-38) Bill "An Act to Reduce Barriers to Housing by Prohibiting Tenant Application Fees" (H.P. 460) (L.D. 691)
Sponsored by Representative KESSLER of South Portland. Cosponsored by Representatives: CLOUTIER of Lewiston, GATTINE of Westbrook, GERE of Kennebunkport, HASENFUS of Readfield, MILLETT of Cape Elizabeth, RIELLY of Westbrook, ROEDER of Bangor, SALISBURY of Westbrook. (3-39) Bill "An Act to Increase the Notice Period for Rent Increases" (H.P. 470) (L.D. 701)
Sponsored by Representative KESSLER of South Portland. Cosponsored by Senator DUSON of Cumberland and Representatives: CLOUTIER of Lewiston, GATTINE of Westbrook, GERE of Kennebunkport, HASENFUS of Readfield, MILLETT of Cape Elizabeth, RIELLY of Westbrook, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland, Senator: CARNEY of Cumberland. (3-40) Bill "An Act to Update the Maine Human Rights Act with Respect to Gender Identity" (H.P. 476) (L.D. 707)
Sponsored by Representative SHEEHAN of Biddeford. Cosponsored by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland and Representatives: MOONEN of Portland, RECKITT of South Portland. Committee on JUDICIARY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-41) Bill "An Act to Protect Access to Veterinary Care by Prohibiting Noncompete Agreements" (H.P. 457) (L.D. 688)
Sponsored by Representative FAY of Raymond. Cosponsored by Senator BLACK of Franklin and Representatives: ANDREWS of Paris, COLLINGS of Portland, HEPLER of Woolwich, MALON of Biddeford, O'NEIL of Saco, ROEDER of Bangor, Senators: DAUGHTRY of Cumberland, POULIOT of Kennebec. Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-42) Bill "An Act to Fund the Lobster Legal Defense Fund" (H.P. 479) (L.D. 710)
Sponsored by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook and Representatives: COLLINGS of Portland, PARRY of Arundel, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland, WILLIAMS of Bar Harbor, Senator: MOORE of Washington. (3-43) Bill "An Act to Regulate Oyster Seed" (H.P. 480) (L.D. 711)
Sponsored by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. Cosponsored by Representatives: DAVIS of East Machias, STROUT of Harrington, THORNE of Carmel, Senator: MOORE of Washington. Committee on MARINE RESOURCES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-44) Resolve, Directing the State Auditor to Audit All State Agencies (H.P. 433) (L.D. 664)
Sponsored by Representative ANDREWS of Paris. Cosponsored by Senator BRAKEY of Androscoggin and Representatives: CAMPBELL of Orrington, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, GREENWOOD of Wales, RISEMAN of Harrison. (3-45) Bill "An Act to Protect Birds and Wildlife in the Construction and Maintenance of Public Buildings" (H.P. 439) (L.D. 670)
Sponsored by Representative WARREN of Scarborough. Cosponsored by Representatives: CRAFTS of Newcastle, GEIGER of Rockland, O'NEIL of Saco, RUNTE of York, WILLIAMS of Bar Harbor. (3-46) Bill "An Act to Factor Conservative Projections of Sea Level Rise into State Planning on Climate Change" (H.P. 440) (L.D. 671)
Sponsored by Representative WARREN of Scarborough. Cosponsored by Representatives: CRAFTS of Newcastle, GEIGER of Rockland, O'NEIL of Saco, WILLIAMS of Bar Harbor. (3-47) Bill "An Act to Allow the People to Elect the State Auditor" (H.P. 465) (L.D. 696)
Sponsored by Representative ANDREWS of Paris. Cosponsored by Representatives: BOYER of Poland, GREENWOOD of Wales, RISEMAN of Harrison, SUPICA of Bangor, Senator: HICKMAN of Kennebec. Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-48) Bill "An Act to Impose a Tax Surcharge on Certain Incomes" (H.P. 436) (L.D. 667)
Sponsored by Representative COLLINGS of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock and Representatives: DOUDERA of Camden, LANDRY of Farmington, O'CONNELL of Brewer, O'NEIL of Saco, PERRY of Bangor, SKOLD of Portland, ZAGER of Portland, Senator: President JACKSON of Aroostook. (3-49) Bill "An Act to Exempt Nonprofit Land Trusts from Sales Tax" (H.P. 464) (L.D. 695)
Sponsored by Representative KUHN of Falmouth. Cosponsored by Senator BRENNER of Cumberland and Representatives: CROCKETT of Portland, JAUCH of Topsham, LEE of Auburn, MATLACK of St. George, MURPHY of Scarborough, PERRY of Bangor, WHITE of Waterville, Senator: PIERCE of Cumberland. (3-50) Bill "An Act to Establish a Sales Tax Holiday Weekend" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 477) (L.D. 708)
Sponsored by Representative MORRIS of Turner. Cosponsored by Representatives: BRADSTREET of Vassalboro, CARMICHAEL of Greenbush, LIBBY of Auburn, MILLETT of Waterford, NESS of Fryeburg, RUDNICKI of Fairfield. (3-51) RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Dedicate a Portion of Sales and Use Taxes from All Motor Vehicle Sales and Motor Vehicle-related Sales to the Highway Fund for Road and Bridge Capital Improvements (H.P. 482) (L.D. 713)
Sponsored by Representative ANDREWS of Paris. Cosponsored by Representatives: CARMICHAEL of Greenbush, QUINT of Hodgdon, WILLIAMS of Bar Harbor, Senators: BRAKEY of Androscoggin, LIBBY of Cumberland. Committee on TAXATION suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-52) Bill "An Act to Enhance Safety for Unregistered Farm Tractors and Animal-drawn Vehicles on Highways" (H.P. 455) (L.D. 686)
Sponsored by Representative DOUDERA of Camden. Cosponsored by Senator BEEBE-CENTER of Knox and Representatives: GEIGER of Rockland, MATLACK of St. George, ZEIGLER of Montville. (3-53) Bill "An Act to Increase the Allowable Width of a Snowplow" (H.P. 456) (L.D. 687)
Sponsored by Representative MASON of Lisbon. Cosponsored by Senator TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin and Representatives: COSTAIN of Plymouth, DRINKWATER of Milford, DUNPHY of Embden, FOSTER of Dexter, HALL of Wilton, PAUL of Winterport, POMERLEAU of Standish, WOOD of Greene. (3-54) Bill "An Act to Replace Annual Vanity Plate Administrative Fees with a One-time Fee" (H.P. 473) (L.D. 704)
Sponsored by Representative FOSTER of Dexter. Cosponsored by Senator FARRIN of Somerset and Representatives: DRINKWATER of Milford, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, MASON of Lisbon, WHITE of Guilford. Committee on TRANSPORTATION suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-55) Bill "An Act to Prevent Electioneering on General Election Ballots by Candidates Nominated by Petition" (H.P. 425) (L.D. 656)
Sponsored by Representative MORRIS of Turner. Cosponsored by Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, BRADSTREET of Vassalboro, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, GREENWOOD of Wales. (3-56) Bill "An Act Examining On-premises Liquor License Requirements" (H.P. 449) (L.D. 680)
Sponsored by Representative PERRY of Bangor. (3-57) Bill "An Act to Lower the Signature Quantity Requirement for Certain Independent Candidates for Elected Office" (H.P. 463) (L.D. 694)
Sponsored by Representative RISEMAN of Harrison. Cosponsored by Senator BENNETT of Oxford and Representatives: ANDREWS of Paris, BOYER of Poland, DODGE of Belfast, O'CONNELL of Brewer, PLUECKER of Warren, RECKITT of South Portland, SUPICA of Bangor, WARREN of Scarborough.
Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-58) Bill "An Act to Extend the Date by Which Compliance is Required for Affordable Housing Development, Increased Numbers of Dwelling Units and Accessory Dwelling Units" (H.P. 434) (L.D. 665)
Sponsored by Representative HEPLER of Woolwich. Cosponsored by Representatives: CRAY of Palmyra, HALL of Wilton, LANDRY of Farmington, MATLACK of St. George, MEYER of Eliot, PLUECKER of Warren, ROBERTS of South Berwick, Senator: BLACK of Franklin. (3-59) Bill "An Act Concerning the Housing Opportunities for Maine Fund and Expenditures by the Maine State Housing Authority" (H.P. 474) (L.D. 705)
Sponsored by Representative LOOKNER of Portland.
Joint Select Committee on HOUSING suggested and ordered printed.
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(4-1) On motion of Representative LAJOIE of Lewiston, the following House Order: (H.O. 10)
ORDERED, that Representative Sally Jeane Cluchey of Bowdoinham be excused Jan 10 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Amanda N. Collamore of Pittsfield be excused Jan 10 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Jessica L. Fay of Raymond be excused Feb 2, 7 and 9 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative David G. Haggan of Hampden be excused Jan 4, 10, 17 and 31, Feb 2 and 7 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Karen L. Montell of Gardiner be excused Jan 31, Feb 2, 7 and 9 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Daniel J. Newman of Belgrade be excused Jan 17 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Sophia B. Warren of Scarborough be excused Feb 9 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) Jane Case, of Scarborough, who is celebrating her 100th birthday on February 16, 2023. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 111)
(5-2) Livie Richard, of Scarborough, who was chosen to participate and perform with the 2022 All-National Honor Ensembles Mixed Choir in Washington, D.C., representing the highest performing high school musicians in the country. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 112)
(5-3) Adriana Ramirez, of Scarborough, who was chosen to participate and perform with the 2022 All-National Honor Ensembles Mixed Choir in Washington, D.C., representing the highest performing high school musicians in the country. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 113)
(5-4) the late Honorable John L. Tuttle, Jr., of Sanford, a posthumous 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;
(SLS 114)
(5-5) Nathan McCoy, of Waterboro, 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 115)
(5-6) Duane O. McCoy, of Waterboro, 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 116)
(5-7) Boy Scout Troop No. 369, of Lebanon, 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 117)
(5-8) the Eastern Slopes Regional Broadband Team, of Sweden, 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 118)
(5-9) Daniel Callahan, Jr., of Minot, 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 119)
(5-10) Bob Pelletier, of Bridgton, 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 120)
(5-11) Carol Noonan, Jeff Flagg and the staff of the Stone Mountain Arts Center, of Brownfield, recipients of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 121)
(5-12) the Eastern Slopes Regional Broadband Team, of Denmark, 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 122)
(5-13) Roy Andrews, of Fryeburg, 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 123)
(5-14) John and Leone Callina, of Norway, recipients of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 124)
(5-15) Ronald Kugel, of Oxford, 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 125)
(5-16) Michelle Emery, of Mechanic Falls, 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 126)
(5-17) Ethan Monk, of Alexander, a student at Woodland Junior/Senior High School and a member of the boys basketball team, who recently scored his 1,000th career point. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 127)
(5-18) Robert Grindle, Jr., of Franklin, 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 128)
(5-19) Raymond Jones, of Gouldsboro, 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 129)
(5-20) Danielle Garrish of Mia Sorello's Studio, of Saco, who has received the New Business of the Year Award from the Biddeford and Saco Chamber of Commerce and Industry. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 130)
(5-21) Arthur and Ann Bellwood, of Oxford, who celebrated their 65th Wedding Anniversary on February 8, 2023. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 52) Presented by Representative JACKSON of Oxford. Cosponsored by Senator BENNETT of Oxford.
(5-22) Holly Hancock, of Casco, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 55) Presented by Representative FAY of Raymond. Cosponsored by Senator NANGLE of Cumberland.
(5-23) Barbara Fang, of Union, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 56) Presented by Representative PLUECKER of Warren. Cosponsored by Senator BEEBE-CENTER of Knox.
(5-24) the town employees of the Town of Warren, recipients of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 57) Presented by Representative PLUECKER of Warren. Cosponsored by Senator BEEBE-CENTER of Knox.
(5-25) Larry Gardner, of Fort Fairfield, who has been inducted into the Maine Basketball Hall of Fame. Mr. Gardner is the winningest coach in Fort Fairfield High School History, coaching boys varsity basketball for 9 years and girls varsity basketball for 25 years. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 61) Presented by Representative BABIN of Fort Fairfield. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-26) Anne Lambert, of Chesterville, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 62) Presented by Representative LANDRY of Farmington. Cosponsored by Senator BLACK of Franklin.
(5-27) the Farmington Grange #12, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 63) Presented by Representative LANDRY of Farmington. Cosponsored by Senator BLACK of Franklin.
(5-28) Frank Martin Sons, Inc., of Fort Kent, which has received the Longevity Award from the Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 64) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-29) Jake Robichaud, of Fort Kent, who has received the President's Award from the Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 65) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-30) Acadia Federal Credit Union, of Fort Kent, which has been named Member Business of the Year by the Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 66) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-31) Roger's Sport Center, Inc., of Fort Kent, which has received a Recreational Award from the Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 67) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-32) Fort Kent Power Sports, which has received a Recreational Award from the Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 68) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-33) Corriveau Arctic Cat, of Fort Kent, which has received a Recreational Award from the Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 69) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-34) Aroostook Real Estate LLC, of Fort Kent, which has received a Small Business Award from the Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 70) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-35) Jake's Cleaning Service, of Fort Kent, which has received a Small Business Award from the Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 71) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-36) Odds and Ends, of Fort Kent, which has received the Entrepreneur Award from the Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 72) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-37) Norman Leavitt, of Eliot, who celebrated his 103rd birthday on January 31, 2023. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 73) Presented by Representative MEYER of Eliot. Cosponsored by Senator LAWRENCE of York.
(5-38) Halcyon Grange #345, of Blue Hill, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 74) Presented by Representative MILLIKEN of Blue Hill. Cosponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock.
In Memory of: (5-39) Eugene E. Richardson, Jr., of Turner. Mr. Richardson was the owner and operator of Richardson Trucking in Turner and previously owned Richardson Enterprises. He was a member of the Nezinscot Lodge #101, Ancient Free and Accepted Masons. Mr. Richardson will be long remembered and sadly missed by his wife of nearly 62 years, Edna, his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(SLS 110)
(5-40) Leonard Johnson, of Saco. Mr. Johnson was a veteran of the United States Air Force, serving for over 20 years and retiring in 1968 as a master sergeant. He served in Korea from 1951 to 1952, Hawaii from 1958 to 1961 and Venezuela from 1964 to 1967, working in administration, finance and accounting. After his military service, he started Lenco, Inc., selling and servicing Troy-Built rototillers and other equipment for over 20 years. He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans and Air Force Sergeants Association and a sponsor of the Air Force memorial in Washington, D.C. He was also a member of the Thornton Academy 1811. Mr. Johnson will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends;
(SLS 131)
(5-41) Charles Ernest Ihloff, formerly of Casco. As a young man, Mr. Ihloff interned as an Associate Protestant Chaplain at Boston University and practice taught at both Emerson College and Suffolk University, experiences informing his decision to seek parish ministry. Ordained in the United Church of Christ in 1959, he moved to Portland, where he specialized in youth work at the State Street Church. His first parish was a federation of American Baptist and Congregational Churches in Brooklyn, Connecticut. He served for 20 years at the Congregational Church of South Hadley Falls in Massachusetts before moving to Casco in 1994, where he helped modernize the church building. Retiring on January 1, 2000, he nevertheless was an interim pastor for over 6 years in 3 parishes and was the settled pastor in Cornish for over 8 years. He always had active youth programs in each of his churches and worked over 50 weeks as counselor at church conferences in 2 states. Understanding committee structure, he was scribe and moderator of the Conference Association and was always active at the state level. He also served his communities as a volunteer firefighter for 64 years. Mr. Ihloff will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(HLS 53) Presented by Representative FAY of Raymond. Cosponsored by Senator NANGLE of Cumberland.
(5-42) Kenneth Lyle Cianchette, of Pittsfield. Mr. Cianchette was a veteran of the United States Army, serving as a radio mechanic in Germany, France and England before returning home in 1946. He went to work with his brothers, incorporating Cianchette Brothers, Inc. in 1949. He invented and patented the pipe grab and beam clamp, the success of which led to the creation and distribution of tools worldwide. Living in Pittsfield for almost 80 years, he served on the Town Council, the Planning Board, the Industrial Park Board, the School Administrative District 53 School Board and the Pinnacle Ski Club. He served 24 years on the Unity College Board of Trustees and was awarded an honorary doctorate degree by the college, which later named a dormitory after him. He served on the Maine Land Use Regulation Commission in the 1970s and chaired an advisory council for the Maine Department of Commerce and Industry. He also served as President of the Associated General Contractors of Maine and on various other boards and committees. A pilot, he performed aerobatic stunts on weekends at Owl's Head Transportation Museum, which he served as a trustee, and was a member of many aviation associations. He was inducted into the Maine Central Institute Hall of Fame in 1989. Mr. Cianchette will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(HLS 58) Presented by Representative COLLAMORE of Pittsfield. Cosponsored by Senator FARRIN of Somerset.
(5-43) Neal Francis Taylor, of Montville. Dr. Taylor worked for a time at Lincoln Laboratory in Boston, Massachusetts before becoming a Doctor of Philosophy in Ecology at the University of California at Davis. He went on to live and work in Waterville and Old Town before moving to Montville. Dedicated to ecological teaching, he served as Field Faculty for the Audubon Expedition Institute at Lesley University, with the Expedition Education Institute, as Lead Instructor for the Center for Ecological Living and Learning in Central America and as a Campus Manager at Ironwood Maine, a residential mental health treatment program and accredited school for teenagers. Dr. Taylor will be long remembered and sadly missed by his partner and wife of 30 years, Larkspur Morton, his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(HLS 59) Presented by Representative ZEIGLER of Montville. Cosponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo.
(5-44) Paula C. Auger, of Winnabow, North Carolina and Biddeford. Ms. Auger worked for New England Telephone before working as a homemaker. She was an active member of the Biddeford chapter of the Daughters of Isabella, serving for a time as Regent, and participated with the Red Hats. Ms. Auger will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family and friends;
(HLS 60) Presented by Representative MALON of Biddeford. Cosponsored by Senator INGWERSEN of York, Representative GERE of Kennebunkport, Representative SHEEHAN of Biddeford.
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Change of Committee (6-1) Representative PLUECKER from the Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY on Resolve, Authorizing the Department of Administrative and Financial Services to Convey the Interests of the State in Certain Real Property Located in Machiasport (H.P. 316) (L.D. 501)
Reporting that it be REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT.
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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) (H.P. 127) (L.D. 206) Bill "An Act to Make Supplemental Appropriations and Allocations from the General Fund and Other Funds for the Expenditures of State Government and to Change Certain Provisions of the Law Necessary to the Proper Operations of State Government for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2023" (EMERGENCY) Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-3)
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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. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing the Maine Central Institute eSports Team, of Pittsfield (HLS 20)
TABLED - January 17, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative COLLAMORE of Pittsfield. PENDING - PASSAGE.
2. Bill "An Act to Transfer Responsibility for Administering the Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code from the Department of Public Safety, Office of the State Fire Marshal to the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation" (H.P. 128) (L.D. 207)
(Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY suggested) TABLED - January 24, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook. PENDING - REFERENCE.
3. Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Regarding Zoning and Land Use Restrictions to Limit Certain Requirements to Municipalities with a Population of More than 10,000" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 135) (L.D. 214)
(Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING suggested) TABLED - January 24, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative ROEDER of Bangor. PENDING - REFERENCE.
4. Bill "An Act Concerning Housing and Support Services for At-risk Youth and Youth Who Have Committed Juvenile Crimes" (H.P. 186) (L.D. 288)
(Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY suggested) TABLED - January 31, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - REFERENCE.
5. Bill "An Act to Amend the Maine Tree Growth Tax Law to Encourage Housing Construction" (H.P. 215) (L.D. 341)
(Joint Select Committee on HOUSING suggested) TABLED - January 31, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative GERE of Kennebunkport. PENDING - REFERENCE.
6. Bill "An Act to Promote Affordable Housing by Providing a Tax Exemption for Housing Choice Vouchers" (H.P. 238) (L.D. 387)
(Joint Select Committee on HOUSING suggested) TABLED - January 31, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative GERE of Kennebunkport. PENDING - REFERENCE.
7. Bill "An Act to Invest in Construction Industry Workforce Development" (S.P. 163) (L.D. 356)
- In Senate, REFERRED to the Joint Select Committee on HOUSING. TABLED - January 31, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - REFERENCE IN CONCURRENCE.
8. Expression of Legislative Sentiment in Memory of Chris Rose, of Old Orchard Beach (SLS 77)
- In Senate, READ and ADOPTED. TABLED - February 2, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach. PENDING - ADOPTION.
9. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Walker Oliver, of Hodgdon (SLS 81)
- In Senate, READ and PASSED. TABLED - February 7, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative QUINT of Hodgdon. PENDING - PASSAGE.
10. Joint Order, Directing the Joint Select Committee on Housing to Study the Foreclosure Process in the State (H.P. 372)
TABLED - February 14, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative DUCHARME of Madison. PENDING - PASSAGE.
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STATUTORY ADJOURNMENT DATE June 21, 2023
State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 1
(1-1) Bill "An Act to Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue to Provide a New Dormitory Facility at the Maine School of Science and Mathematics" (S.P. 307) (L.D. 749) (1-2) Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Regarding Signature Requirements on Issuance of General Fund Bonds" (S.P. 318) (L.D. 760)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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(1-3) Bill "An Act to Prohibit the Use of Toy Cannon Fireworks Devices That Exceed 150 Decibels Without Permission from Affected Property Owners" (S.P. 303) (L.D. 745) (1-4) Bill "An Act to Provide Funding for Positions in the Penobscot County Sheriff's Office" (S.P. 314) (L.D. 756) (1-5) Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing the Crime of Endangering the Welfare of a Child and to Create the Crime of Aggravated Endangering the Welfare of a Child" (S.P. 319) (L.D. 761)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY and ordered printed.
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(1-6) Bill "An Act to Add an Adult Education Pathway to a High School Diploma" (S.P. 283) (L.D. 725) (1-7) Bill "An Act to Provide Traffic Safety Education in Schools" (S.P. 288) (L.D. 730) (1-8) Bill "An Act to Allow Retired Teachers and Educational Technicians to Be Recertified" (S.P. 311) (L.D. 753)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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(1-9) Bill "An Act to Increase the Beneficial Reuse of Construction and Demolition Debris" (S.P. 276) (L.D. 718)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES and ordered printed.
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(1-10) Bill "An Act to Strengthen Child Protection" (S.P. 273) (L.D. 715) (1-11) Resolve, to Direct the Department of Health and Human Services to Perform Rate Studies and Rate Determinations for Providers of Certain Services for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder (S.P. 302) (L.D. 744) (1-12) Bill "An Act to Expand Telemonitoring for MaineCare Patients" (S.P. 315) (L.D. 757) (1-13) Bill "An Act to Authorize Burials with Biodegradable Containers, Including Tree Pods" (S.P. 320) (L.D. 762)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-14) Bill "An Act to Expedite the Health Insurance Referral Process for Specialists by Allowing Referrals from Urgent Care Facilities" (S.P. 280) (L.D. 722) (1-15) Bill "An Act to Protect Consumers by Prohibiting Discrimination by Insurers Based on Certain Information" (S.P. 281) (L.D. 723) (1-16) Bill "An Act to Expand Access to Banking Services for Minors" (S.P. 310) (L.D. 752) (1-17) Bill "An Act to Reduce Out-of-pocket Prescription Drug Expenses for Coinsurance" (S.P. 317) (L.D. 759)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-18) Bill "An Act to Amend the Bag Limit for Turkey" (S.P. 286) (L.D. 728) (1-19) Bill "An Act to Prohibit Off-trail Operation of a Snowmobile in an Area Closed to Off-trail Operation" (S.P. 290) (L.D. 732) (1-20) Bill "An Act to Provide Antlerless Deer Permits to Certain Landowners" (S.P. 321) (L.D. 763)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE and ordered printed.
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(1-21) Bill "An Act to Adopt the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact" (S.P. 275) (L.D. 717)
Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-22) Bill "An Act to Promote Higher Blends of Biofuel by Regulating the Sale or Transfer of Biofuels" (S.P. 313) (L.D. 755)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESSand ordered printed.
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(1-23) Bill "An Act to Assist Nonprofit Service Providers" (S.P. 274) (L.D. 716) (1-24) Bill "An Act to Implement Certain Recommendations of the Commission to Examine Reestablishing Parole" (S.P. 278) (L.D. 720) (1-25) RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Empower the Legislature to Allow the Expungement or Sealing of Certain Criminal Records (S.P. 297) (L.D. 739) (1-26) Bill "An Act to Require the Probate Court to Report Name Changes to the State Bureau of Identification" (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 305) (L.D. 747) (1-27) Bill "An Act to Strengthen the Due Process Rights of Persons in Law Enforcement Custody" (S.P. 306) (L.D. 748) (1-28) Bill "An Act to Clarify the Powers of a Conservator to Transfer Property" (S.P. 309) (L.D. 751)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY and ordered printed.
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(1-29) Bill "An Act to Support Maine Industry" (S.P. 277) (L.D. 719) (1-30) Bill "An Act Regarding Workers' Compensation Benefits for First Responders Injured in the Line of Duty" (S.P. 285) (L.D. 727) (1-31) Bill "An Act to Require an Annual Itemized Statement of Benefits for Public Employees and Retirees" (S.P. 291) (L.D. 733) (1-32) Bill "An Act to Establish a Paid Family and Medical Leave System" (S.P. 296) (L.D. 738) (1-33) Bill "An Act to Prohibit Training Repayment Agreements by Employers" (S.P. 299) (L.D. 741) (1-34) Bill "An Act to Divest State Pensions from Companies Boycotting Maine Lobster" (S.P. 300) (L.D. 742)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING and ordered printed.
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(1-35) Bill "An Act to Require the State to Hold a Public Hearing in a Municipality Before the State Constructs a Solar Project in That Municipality" (S.P. 293) (L.D. 735)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT and ordered printed.
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(1-36) Bill "An Act to Account for the Impact of Inflation on the Taxation of Capital Gains and Losses" (S.P. 316) (L.D. 758)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TAXATION and ordered printed.
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(1-37) Resolve, Regarding Traffic Lights in Turner (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 287) (L.D. 729) (1-38) Bill "An Act to Remove the Requirement That Certain Motor Vehicles Be Equipped with a Front License Plate" (S.P. 294) (L.D. 736) (1-39) Bill "An Act to Provide Free or Reduced-cost Vehicle Registration to All Disabled Veterans" (S.P. 301) (L.D. 743) (1-40) Bill "An Act to Modernize the State's Vehicle Inspection System by Requiring Inspections Biennially and Allowing for an Electronic Inspection Program" (S.P. 304) (L.D. 746) (1-41) Resolve, Directing the Maine-Canadian Legislative Advisory Commission and the New England and Eastern Canada Legislative Commission to Examine Restoring Passenger Rail from Boston to Montreal (S.P. 312) (L.D. 754)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TRANSPORTATION and ordered printed.
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(1-42) Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Political Action Committees Relating to Union, Business and Nonprofit Organizations" (S.P. 284) (L.D. 726) (1-43) Bill "An Act Regarding the Licensing of Persons to Conduct Advance Deposit Wagering" (S.P. 289) (L.D. 731) (1-44) Bill "An Act to Prohibit Government Contracting Organizations from Influencing Elections" (S.P. 295) (L.D. 737) (1-45) Bill "An Act to Clarify the Criteria for State Approval of Alcoholic Beverage Container Labels" (S.P. 298) (L.D. 740) (1-46) Bill "An Act to Eliminate the Limits on Candidates' Speech at the Polls" (S.P. 308) (L.D. 750)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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(1-47) Bill "An Act to Preserve Historic Buildings and Promote Affordable Housing" (S.P. 279) (L.D. 721) (1-48) Bill "An Act to Expand Workforce Housing in Rural Maine by Funding the Maine State Housing Authority's Rural Affordable Rental Housing Program" (S.P. 282) (L.D. 724)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Joint Select Committee on HOUSING and ordered printed.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 2
(1-1) The following Joint Order: (S.P. 322)
ORDERED, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until Tuesday, February 28, 2023, 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 http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 3
Emergency Measure
(10-1) An Act to Make Supplemental Appropriations and Allocations from the General Fund and Other Funds for the Expenditures of State Government and to Change Certain Provisions of the Law Necessary to the Proper Operations of State Government for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2023 (H.P. 127) (L.D. 206)
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. 4
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. 58) (L.D. 119) Bill "An Act to Clarify the Boundary Between Waldo and Knox Counties in Penobscot Bay" Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass
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