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The House CalendarThe Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives Wednesday, April 5, 2023
This being the day designated in the proclamation of the Governor for meeting of the One Hundred and Thirty-First 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 Mark Babin, Celebration Center, Fort Fairfield.
National Anthem by Randa Veilleux, Waterville.
Pledge of Allegiance.
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CALLING OF THE ROLL
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The Following Proclamation: (H.C. 123)
STATE OF MAINE PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, there exists in the State of Maine an extraordinary occasion arising out of the need to resolve many legislative matters pending at the time of the adjournment of the First Regular Session of the 131st Legislature of the State of Maine; and
WHEREAS, the public health, safety and welfare requires that the Legislature resolve these pending matters as soon as possible, and in any event prior to the date of the Second Regular Session of the 131st Legislature of the State of Maine, including but not limited to the state budget, pending legislation, pending nominations of state board and commission members, and pending nominations of judicial officers by the Governor requiring legislative confirmation;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, JANET T. MILLS, Governor of the State of Maine, by virtue of the constitutional power vested in me as Governor pursuant to Article V, Part I, Section 13 of the Constitution of the State of Maine, do convene the Legislature of this State, and hereby request the Representatives to assemble at ten o'clock and the Senators to assemble at ten o'clock in the morning in their respective chambers at the Capitol in Augusta on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, in order to receive communications, resolve pending legislation carried over from the First Regular Session of the 131st Legislature and act upon pending nominations and whatever other business may come before the legislature.
In testimony whereof, I have caused the Great Seal of the State to be hereunto affixed GIVEN under my hand at Augusta and dated this thirty first day of March Two Thousand Twenty-Three.
S/Janet T. Mills Governor
S/Shenna Bellows Secretary of State TRUE ATTESTED COPY
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On motion of Representative TERRY of Gorham, the following House Order: (H.O. 16)
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 CLOUTIER of Lewiston, the following House Order: (H.O. 17)
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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(1-1) The following Joint Resolution: (S.P. 582)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MARCH 2023 AS BLEEDING DISORDERS AWARENESS MONTH
WHEREAS,bleeding disorders, which are distinguished by the inability to form a proper blood clot, are characterized by extended bleeding after injury, surgery, trauma or menstruationand can lead to significant morbidity and can be fatal if not treated effectively; and
WHEREAS,many individuals with hemophilia became infected with HIV and hepatitis C in the 1980s due to the contamination of the blood supply and blood products;and
WHEREAS,Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month generates greater awareness andunderstanding of not only hemophilia but all inheritable bleeding disorders, including von Willebrand disease, which alone affects an estimated one percent of the United States population, or more than 3.2 million individuals; and
WHEREAS,Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month fosters a greater sense of communityand shared purpose among all individuals with inheritable bleeding disorders;and
WHEREAS,Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month elevates awareness of and engagement in the inheritable bleeding disorders journey for the general public, enabling the prevention of illness, unnecessary procedures and disability; 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 March 2023 as Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month.
Comes from the Senate, READ and ADOPTED.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 119)
SENATE OF MAINE 131ST LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
March 29, 2023
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 3 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Senate Rule 201.3, I have appointed Senator Peter Lyford of Penobscot County to the Joint Standing Committee on State and Local Government, replacing Senator Eric Brakey of Androscoggin County.
Furthermore, I have appointed Senator Eric Brakey of Androscoggin County to the Joint Standing Committee on Judiciary, replacing Senator Peter Lyford of Penobscot County.
These appointments are effective by the date of this communication. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
S/Troy D. Jackson President of the Senate
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.C. 120)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 5, 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 March 30, 2023
The Honorable Harold L. Stewart, II of Portland for reappointment and Honorable Jennifer A. Archer of Falmouth and Honorable James F. Martemucci of Arundel for appointment as Justices of the Maine Superior Court. Pursuant to Article V, Part First, §8, of the Maine Constitution, this reappointment and these appointments are contingent on the Maine State Senate's confirmation after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Judiciary.
Owen McCarthy of Gorham, John W. Moore, Jr. of Farmington and Valerie Landry of Ocean Park for appointment to the University of Maine System Board of Trustees. Pursuant to Title 5, MRSA §12004-C, these appointments are contingent on the Maine State Senate's confirmation after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs.
The Honorable William R. Stokes of Augusta for appointment as an Active Retired Justice of the Maine Superior Court. Pursuant to Article V, Part First, §8, of the Maine Constitution, this appointment is contingent on the Maine State Senate's confirmation after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Judiciary.
The Honorable Keith A. Powers of Cape Elizabeth for reappointment and Honorable Gregory A. Campbell of Hampden as Active Retired Judges of the Maine District Court. Pursuant to Article V, Part First, §8, of the Maine Constitution, this reappointment and this appointment are contingent on the Maine State Senate's confirmation after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Judiciary. on March 31, 2023
Sari S. Greene of South Portland for reappointment to the Gambling Control Board. Pursuant to Title 8, MRSA §1002, this reappointment is contingent on the Maine State Senate’s confirmation after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Veterans and Legal Affairs.
Sincerely,
S/Rachel Talbot Ross Speaker of the House
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (H.C. 121)
STATE OF MAINE CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 5, 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 Veterans and Legal Affairs has approved the request by the sponsor, Senator Hickman of Kennebec, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 249 An Act to Amend the Campaign Finance Laws Regarding Political Action Committees
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Crafts of Newcastle, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 493 An Act to Establish a Statewide Relinquished Firearms Inventory
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-4) The Following Communication: (H.C. 122)
CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 5, 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:"
Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry L.D. 806 Resolve, to Study the Issue of Persons Who Go Missing in State Parks Criminal Justice and Public Safety L.D. 745 An Act to Prohibit the Use of Toy Cannon Fireworks Devices That Exceed 150 Decibels Without Permission from Affected Property Owners Education and Cultural Affairs L.D. 156 An Act to Require Outdoor Recess Time for Students from Grade 6 to Grade 8 L.D. 213 An Act to Maintain the Authority of the Maine School for Marine Science, Technology, Transportation and Engineering (EMERGENCY) L.D. 253 An Act to Add Health and Physical Education Requirements to High School Diploma Standards L.D. 257 An Act to Provide for a Later Starting Time for High Schools Energy, Utilities and Technology L.D. 689 An Act to Study the Construction of a Nuclear Power Facility in the State L.D. 905 An Act to Expand Energy Choice Through Municipal Utilities Environment and Natural Resources L.D. 959 An Act to Prohibit Food Waste by Grocery Stores Health and Human Services L.D. 200 An Act to Require Medicaid Coverage for Certain Children Under 7 Years of Age L.D. 463 Resolve, to Ensure Continued MaineCare Coverage for Persons Formerly in Foster Care Until They Attain 27 Years of Age L.D. 573 An Act Regarding Child Care Subsidy Payments and Eligibility L.D. 1031 Resolve, to Improve Access to Child Care by Expanding Eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy Program Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services L.D. 876 An Act to Expand Access to Oral Health Care in Rural Maine by Allowing Certain Out-of-state Dentists to Practice in Dental Clinics in the State L.D. 927 Resolve, Directing the Commissioner of Professional and Financial Regulation to Conduct an Independent Assessment Regarding a Proposal to License Genetic Counselors L.D. 1035 An Act to Adjust Reimbursement for Chiropractic Services Innovation, Development, Economic Advancement and Business L.D. 532 An Act to Simplify the Plumbing and Heating Licensing Process Judiciary L.D. 363 An Act to Expand the Jurisdiction of the Sentence Review Panel of the Supreme Judicial Court L.D. 716 An Act to Assist Nonprofit Service Providers L.D. 1043 An Act to Create an Office of Ombudsman to Help Nonprofit Organizations in Their Interactions with the Government Labor and Housing L.D. 727 An Act Regarding Workers' Compensation Benefits for First Responders Injured in the Line of Duty Marine Resources L.D. 487 An Act to Establish Coastal Waters and Submerged Lands Regional Planning Commissions L.D. 586 An Act to Protect Maine Fisheries from the Effects of Industrial Recirculating Aquaculture Operations
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-5) The Following Communication: (S.C. 260)
MAINE SENATE 131st LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF THE SENATE
March 30, 2023
Honorable Rachel Talbot Ross Speaker of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0002
Dear Speaker Talbot Ross:
In accordance with 3 M.R.S.A. §158 and Joint Rule 506 of the 131st Maine Legislature, please be advised that the Senate today confirmed the following nominations:
Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs:
· Dr. Fernande Desjardins of Saint Agatha for reappointment, to the State Board of Education.
Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Innovation, Development, Economic Advancement and Business:
· Robert C. Bryant of Scarborough for appointment to the Maine Redevelopment Land Bank Authority,
· Robert Patten of Scarborough for appointment to the Maine Redevelopment Land Bank Authority,
· Lee Jay Feldman of Lisbon for appointment to the Maine Redevelopment Land Bank Authority,
· Laura S. Burden of Portland for appointment, to the Maine Redevelopment Land Bank Authority,
· Alexa Plotkin of Biddeford for appointment to the Maine Redevelopment Land Bank Authority,
· John W. Egan of Freeport for appointment to the Maine Redevelopment Land Bank Authority,
· Janice de Lima of Falmouth for appointment to the Maine Redevelopment Land Bank Authority,
· Ian Houseal of Portland for appointment to the Maine Redevelopment Land Bank Authority.
Best Regards,
S/Darek M. Grant Secretary of the Senate
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PETITIONS, BILLS AND RESOLVES REQUIRING REFERENCE (3-1) Bill "An Act to Update the Laws Governing the University of Maine System's Board of Agriculture and to Rename the Maine Agricultural Experiment Station" (H.P. 966) (L.D. 1511)
Sponsored by Representative DILL of Old Town. Cosponsored by Senator BLACK of Franklin and Representatives: HEPLER of Woolwich, LANDRY of Farmington, PLUECKER of Warren. Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRYsuggested and ordered printed.
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(3-2) Bill "An Act to Increase the Transparency and Accountability of the Maine Information and Analysis Center" (H.P. 947) (L.D. 1492)
Sponsored by Representative LOOKNER of Portland. Cosponsored by Representatives: BOYER of Poland, HASENFUS of Readfield, JAUCH of Topsham, MILLIKEN of Blue Hill, O'NEIL of Saco, RECKITT of South Portland, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland, Senator: HICKMAN of Kennebec. (3-3) Bill "An Act to Amend Certain Provisions of Maine's Drug Laws" (H.P. 964) (L.D. 1509)
Sponsored by Representative CAMPBELL of Orrington. (BY REQUEST) Cosponsored by Senator: LYFORD of Penobscot. (3-4) Bill "An Act to Provide Safe, Short-term Housing to Individuals Recently Released from Correctional Facilities" (H.P. 969) (L.D. 1514)
Sponsored by Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator ROTUNDO of Androscoggin and Representatives: BOYER of Poland, FOSTER of Dexter, GERE of Kennebunkport, SALISBURY of Westbrook, Senators: BEEBE-CENTER of Knox, PIERCE of Cumberland. (3-5) Bill "An Act to Fund Delivery of Emergency Medical Services" (H.P. 970) (L.D. 1515)
Sponsored by Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator FARRIN of Somerset and Representatives: HASENFUS of Readfield, SALISBURY of Westbrook, Senator: President JACKSON of Aroostook. (3-6) Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Operating Under the Influence" (H.P. 974) (L.D. 1519)
Sponsored by Representative GREENWOOD of Wales. (BY REQUEST) Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-7) Bill "An Act to Support Rural Education" (H.P. 946) (L.D. 1491)
Sponsored by Representative EATON of Deer Isle. Cosponsored by Representatives: ANKELES of Brunswick, GRAHAM of North Yarmouth, JAUCH of Topsham, WORTH of Ellsworth. (3-8) Bill "An Act to Provide Grants to Promote Innovative Learning Strategies" (H.P. 965) (L.D. 1510)
Sponsored by Representative BRENNAN of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator INGWERSEN of York and Representatives: DODGE of Belfast, GATTINE of Westbrook, MALON of Biddeford, PERRY of Calais, SARGENT of York, SHAGOURY of Hallowell, Senators: PIERCE of Cumberland, RAFFERTY of York. (3-9) Bill "An Act Regarding the Rights of Parents to Withdraw Their Children from Public School Classes or Activities That Include Certain Controversial Viewpoints" (H.P. 973) (L.D. 1518)
Sponsored by Representative THORNE of Carmel. (3-10) Bill "An Act to Provide Grants to Support Reading Proficiency Programming in Schools" (H.P. 981) (L.D. 1526)
Sponsored by Representative BRENNAN of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator RAFFERTY of York and Representatives: DODGE of Belfast, GATTINE of Westbrook, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, MALON of Biddeford, PERRY of Calais, SALISBURY of Westbrook, SHAGOURY of Hallowell, ZAGER of Portland. (3-11) Bill "An Act to Promote the Community School Program" (H.P. 982) (L.D. 1527)
Sponsored by Representative BRENNAN of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator INGWERSEN of York and Representatives: DODGE of Belfast, GATTINE of Westbrook, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, MALON of Biddeford, PERRY of Calais, SARGENT of York, SHAGOURY of Hallowell, Senator: RAFFERTY of York. (3-12) Resolve, to Establish a Pilot Program and Convene a Work Group Regarding the Provision of Services by the Child Development Services System (H.P. 983) (L.D. 1528)
Sponsored by Representative BRENNAN of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator INGWERSEN of York and Representatives: DODGE of Belfast, GATTINE of Westbrook, MALON of Biddeford, PERRY of Calais, SALISBURY of Westbrook, SARGENT of York, Senators: PIERCE of Cumberland, RAFFERTY of York. (3-13) Bill "An Act to Require the Timely Reimbursement by the State of Costs Incurred by a School Administrative Unit for Special Education Programs" (H.P. 987) (L.D. 1532)
Sponsored by Representative LYMAN of Livermore Falls. Cosponsored by Senator TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin and Representatives: HALL of Wilton, POLEWARCZYK of Wiscasset, SAMPSON of Alfred. Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-14) Resolve, to Capitalize on Opportunities from Newly Revised Federal Renewable Fuels Standards by Studying the Environmental and Economic Benefits of Electric and Steam Generation Facilities Powered by Biomass (H.P. 944) (L.D. 1489)
Sponsored by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by Representative: BABIN of Fort Fairfield. (3-15) Resolve, to Implement a 4-year Moratorium on Solar Energy Subsidies and Direct the Department of Environmental Protection to Study the Economic Impact of Industrial Solar Energy Projects (H.P. 986) (L.D. 1531)
Sponsored by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. Cosponsored by Representatives: CAMPBELL of Orrington, DUNPHY of Embden, FOSTER of Dexter, LANDRY of Farmington, LEMELIN of Chelsea, THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-16) Resolve, Establishing the Commission to Study the Role of Critical Minerals as a Resource in the State (H.P. 950) (L.D. 1495)
Sponsored by Representative CRAFTS of Newcastle. Cosponsored by Senator RENY of Lincoln and Representatives: BELL of Yarmouth, CAMPBELL of Orrington, DOUDERA of Camden, LANDRY of Farmington, SOBOLESKI of Phillips, THERIAULT of Fort Kent, Senators: FARRIN of Somerset, KEIM of Oxford. (3-17) Bill "An Act to Ensure a Strategic Approach to Maine's Energy Transition by Imposing a Moratorium on Lithium Mining" (H.P. 963) (L.D. 1508)
Sponsored by Representative O'NEIL of Saco. Cosponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock and Representatives: MILLIKEN of Blue Hill, PLUECKER of Warren, WILLIAMS of Bar Harbor, ZEIGLER of Montville, Senator: BEEBE-CENTER of Knox. Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-18) Bill "An Act to Expand Testing for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances to Private Drinking Water Wells" (H.P. 943) (L.D. 1488)
Sponsored by Representative OSHER of Orono. (3-19) Bill "An Act to Strengthen Medicare by Preventing Providers from Adding Excess Charges" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 952) (L.D. 1497)
Sponsored by Representative COLLINGS of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator DUSON of Cumberland. (3-20) Bill "An Act to Ensure the Accuracy of Vital Records with Respect to Gender" (H.P. 962) (L.D. 1507)
Sponsored by Representative SHEEHAN of Biddeford. Cosponsored by Representatives: MALON of Biddeford, SKOLD of Portland. (3-21) Bill "An Act to Improve Intensive Behavioral Health and Public Safety Case Management Services" (H.P. 968) (L.D. 1513)
Sponsored by Representative STOVER of Boothbay. Cosponsored by Representative: MADIGAN of Waterville. (3-22) Resolve, Directing the Department of Education and Department of Health and Human Services to Study Placing Child Care Facilities in Secondary Schools (H.P. 975) (L.D. 1520)
Sponsored by Representative GOLEK of Harpswell. Cosponsored by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland and Representatives: BRENNAN of Portland, CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham, DODGE of Belfast, MILLETT of Cape Elizabeth, MURPHY of Scarborough, RANA of Bangor, SARGENT of York, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland. (3-23) Bill "An Act to Provide Economic Justice to Historically Disadvantaged Older Citizens by Amending the Laws Governing the Medicare Savings Program" (H.P. 977) (L.D. 1522)
Sponsored by Representative FAY of Raymond. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook and Representatives: CLOUTIER of Lewiston, GATTINE of Westbrook, MEYER of Eliot, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland, Senator: MOORE of Washington. Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-24) Bill "An Act to Help Address the Worker Shortage in Behavioral Health Care Services by Allowing Provisional Licensure and Providing for Reimbursement for Out-of-state Licensees" (H.P. 949) (L.D. 1494)
Sponsored by Representative CRAFTS of Newcastle. Cosponsored by Representatives: HEPLER of Woolwich, MATHIESON of Kittery, MURPHY of Scarborough, PERRY of Calais, SACHS of Freeport, SARGENT of York, Senator: RENY of Lincoln. (3-25) Bill "An Act to Create an Advocacy and Complaint Process for Health Care Providers Within the Bureau of Insurance" (H.P. 953) (L.D. 1498)
Sponsored by Representative PERRY of Calais. Cosponsored by Representative O'NEIL of Saco, Senator LAWRENCE of York and Representatives: DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, MATHIESON of Kittery, STOVER of Boothbay, Senator: CURRY of Waldo. (3-26) Resolve, Directing the Department of Health and Human Services to Study the Scarcity of Licensed Clinical Behavioral Health Professionals Across the State (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 961) (L.D. 1506)
Sponsored by Representative SARGENT of York. Cosponsored by Senator INGWERSEN of York and Representatives: CRAFTS of Newcastle, DODGE of Belfast, GOLEK of Harpswell, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, MADIGAN of Waterville, MATHIESON of Kittery, MEYER of Eliot, Senator: MOORE of Washington. (3-27) Bill "An Act to Support the Essential Support Workforce by Promoting Enhanced Reimbursement and Benefits and Encouraging Information Sharing" (H.P. 976) (L.D. 1521)
Sponsored by Representative CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham. Cosponsored by Representatives: CLOUTIER of Lewiston, FAY of Raymond, GOLEK of Harpswell, MILLETT of Cape Elizabeth, RECKITT of South Portland, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland. (3-28) Bill "An Act to Provide for Consistent Billing Practices by Health Care Providers" (H.P. 988) (L.D. 1533)
Sponsored by Representative MORRIS of Turner. Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-29) Bill "An Act to Provide for Administrative Suspension of Licenses and Certificates Issued Under the Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Laws" (H.P. 980) (L.D. 1525)
Sponsored by Representative LANDRY of Farmington. Cosponsored by Senator BLACK of Franklin and Representative: DILL of Old Town. (3-30) Bill "An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Interagency Task Force on Invasive Aquatic Plants and Nuisance Species" (H.P. 989) (L.D. 1534)
Sponsored by Representative HASENFUS of Readfield. Cosponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec and Representatives: BRIDGEO of Augusta, NEWMAN of Belgrade. Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-31) Bill "An Act to Protect Maine Citizens from Discrimination by Including Vaccination Status as a Protected Class" (H.P. 956) (L.D. 1501)
Sponsored by Representative GREENWOOD of Wales. Cosponsored by Senator KEIM of Oxford and Representatives: ANDREWS of Paris, DRINKWATER of Milford, JAVNER of Chester, LIBBY of Auburn, QUINT of Hodgdon, SAMPSON of Alfred, UNDERWOOD of Presque Isle, Senator: TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin. (3-32) Bill "An Act Regarding State Court Remedies for Violations of Legal or Constitutional Rights by Federal Employees" (H.P. 958) (L.D. 1503)
Sponsored by Representative ANDREWS of Paris. Cosponsored by Representatives: FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland. (3-33) Bill "An Act to Require Restitution for a Child Whose Parent Is Killed by a Drunk Driver" (H.P. 967) (L.D. 1512)
Sponsored by Representative STOVER of Boothbay. Cosponsored by Representatives: BLIER of Buxton, CROCKETT of Portland, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, MEYER of Eliot, MILLIKEN of Blue Hill, O'CONNELL of Brewer, RECKITT of South Portland, Senator: RENY of Lincoln. (3-34) Bill "An Act to Establish Alternative Sentencing for Primary Caregivers" (H.P. 971) (L.D. 1516)
Sponsored by Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator BAILEY of York and Representatives: KUHN of Falmouth, LEE of Auburn, RECKITT of South Portland. (3-35) Bill "An Act to Advance Justice in Sentencing by Amending the Laws Governing the Maine Criminal Justice Sentencing Institute and Increasing Funding for Meetings of the Institute" (H.P. 990) (L.D. 1535)
Sponsored by Representative HASENFUS of Readfield. Cosponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec. Committee on JUDICIARY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-36) Bill "An Act to Reduce Rental Housing Costs by Eliminating Additional Fees at or Prior to the Commencement of Tenancy" (H.P. 945) (L.D. 1490)
Sponsored by Representative KESSLER of South Portland. Cosponsored by Representatives: ANKELES of Brunswick, CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham, HASENFUS of Readfield, RIELLY of Westbrook, WHITE of Waterville. (3-37) Bill "An Act to Prohibit Noncompete Clauses" (H.P. 951) (L.D. 1496)
Sponsored by Representative WARREN of Scarborough. Cosponsored by Senator TIPPING of Penobscot and Representative: ROEDER of Bangor. (3-38) Bill "An Act Regarding Penalties for Early Retirement for Certain Members of the Maine Public Employees Retirement System" (H.P. 954) (L.D. 1499)
Sponsored by Representative SHAGOURY of Hallowell. Cosponsored by Representative POLEWARCZYK of Wiscasset, Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec and Representatives: BRENNAN of Portland, DODGE of Belfast, MADIGAN of Waterville, MALON of Biddeford, RUSSELL of Verona Island. Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-39) Bill "An Act to Increase Affordable Housing by Expanding Tax Increment Financing" (H.P. 948) (L.D. 1493)
Sponsored by Representative LaROCHELLE of Augusta. Cosponsored by Representatives: ANKELES of Brunswick, BRIDGEO of Augusta, LANIGAN of Sanford, PERRY of Bangor, WHITE of Waterville. (3-40) Bill "An Act to Exempt Broadband Equipment from the Sales and Use Tax" (H.P. 959) (L.D. 1504)
Sponsored by Representative TERRY of Gorham. Cosponsored by Senator BENNETT of Oxford and Representatives: ANKELES of Brunswick, CLOUTIER of Lewiston, CROCKETT of Portland, DODGE of Belfast, GRAHAM of North Yarmouth, RUDNICKI of Fairfield, Senator: PIERCE of Cumberland. (3-41) Bill "An Act to Eliminate the Excise Tax on Recreational Vehicles and Permit Municipal Adoption of Fees to Cover the Cost of Municipal Services to Campgrounds and Recreational Vehicle Parks" (H.P. 979) (L.D. 1524)
Sponsored by Representative SAMPSON of Alfred. Cosponsored by Representatives: LYMAN of Livermore Falls, WOODSOME of Waterboro. Committee on TAXATION suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-42) Bill "An Act to Strengthen Maine's Elections by Requiring Video Monitoring of Drop Boxes and Amending the Laws Regarding Voter Rolls and Absentee Voting Envelopes" (H.P. 955) (L.D. 1500)
Sponsored by Representative BOYER of Poland. Cosponsored by Senator TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin and Representatives: ANDREWS of Paris, CRAY of Palmyra, DRINKWATER of Milford, LIBBY of Auburn, QUINT of Hodgdon, RUDNICKI of Fairfield, SAMPSON of Alfred, SMITH of Palermo. (3-43) Bill "An Act to Provide Consistency of Process for Maine's Electoral Votes by Prohibiting Enactment of the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact" (H.P. 957) (L.D. 1502)
Sponsored by Representative ANDREWS of Paris. (3-44) Bill "An Act to Create Equity in the State's Cannabis Industry" (H.P. 972) (L.D. 1517)
Sponsored by Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec and Representative: PLUECKER of Warren. (3-45) Bill "An Act to Establish a Qualifying Condition Review Board to Provide Benefits to Certain Service Members" (H.P. 978) (L.D. 1523)
Sponsored by Representative RIELLY of Westbrook. Cosponsored by Representatives: BOYER of Poland, MALON of Biddeford, MONTELL of Gardiner, MOONEN of Portland, SUPICA of Bangor. (3-46) Bill "An Act to Reform the State's Adult Use Cannabis Seed-to-sale Tracking System to Allow for Canopy Tagging" (H.P. 984) (L.D. 1529)
Sponsored by Representative SUPICA of Bangor. Cosponsored by Representatives: BOYER of Poland, LOOKNER of Portland, MALON of Biddeford, RIELLY of Westbrook, Senator: HICKMAN of Kennebec. (3-47) Bill "An Act to Support Patients by Permitting On-site Consumption of Medical Cannabis and Medical Cannabis Products" (H.P. 985) (L.D. 1530)
Sponsored by Representative SUPICA of Bangor. Cosponsored by Representatives: BOYER of Poland, LOOKNER of Portland, MATHIESON of Kittery, RIELLY of Westbrook, Senator: HICKMAN of Kennebec.
Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-48) Bill "An Act to Amend the Maine Cooperative Affordable Housing Ownership Act" (H.P. 960) (L.D. 1505)
Sponsored by Representative CLOUTIER of Lewiston. Cosponsored by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland and Representatives: ABDI of Lewiston, BRENNAN of Portland, GERE of Kennebunkport, LEE of Auburn, LOOKNER of Portland, SUPICA of Bangor, Senators: ROTUNDO of Androscoggin, VITELLI of Sagadahoc.
Joint Select Committee on HOUSING suggested and ordered printed.
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(4-1) On motion of Representative MEYER of Eliot, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 898) (Cosponsored by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland and Representatives: BOYLE of Gorham, BRENNAN of Portland, CLOUTIER of Lewiston, CRAVEN of Lewiston, FAY of Raymond, GRAHAM of North Yarmouth, MASTRACCIO of Sanford)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING APRIL 2023 AS CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH
WHEREAS,child abuse is a community problem, and finding solutions depends on recognizing that the effects of child abuse and neglect are felt by whole communities and need to be addressed by the entire community;and
WHEREAS, effective child abuse and neglect prevention programs succeed because partnerships are created among government agencies, policymakers, nonprofit organizations, health care providers, schools, faith communities, businesses and law enforcement agencies; and
WHEREAS, when families lack access to adequate financial resources, a stable livingsituation, nutritious food, affordable health care, quality child care and education, a child's healthy development is at risk; and
WHEREAS, all Maine citizens should become more aware of child abuse and neglect andits prevention and become involved in the raising of children in a safe, secure, nurturing environment; now,therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred Thirty-first Legislature now assembled in the First Special Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to recognize April 2023 as Child Abuse Prevention Month, to recognize that we all have a role to play in strengthening families so as to ensure healthy child development and a duty to help others recognize that role and to celebrate the positive community connections available to our families and caregivers to promote the health and well‑being of Maine children and help prevent child abuse and neglect.
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(4-2) On motion of Representative COLLAMORE of Pittsfield, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 942) (Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook and Representatives: DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe, STROUT of Harrington, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland, Senator: STEWART of Aroostook)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE WEEK OF APRIL 1, 2023 TO APRIL 7, 2023 AS THE WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD
WHEREAS,the Maine Association for the Education of Young Children and the National Association for the Education of Young Children are celebrating the Week of the Young Child, April 1, 2023 to April 7, 2023; and
WHEREAS, these groups are committed to the healthy development of all young childrenin Maine through strengthening and building systems of equitable access to high-quality early childhood education;and
WHEREAS, children's cognitive, physical, social and emotional development and language and literacy development are built on a foundation of their positive interactions with adults, peers and their environment; and
WHEREAS, Maine's early childhood education workforce is vital to providing a nurturing and educational foundation of early care and learning experiences for young children; and
WHEREAS, seventy percent of children under 6 years of age in Maine have all availableparents in the workforce; and
WHEREAS, access to high-quality child care is a necessity for many families in our community to participate in the workforce; and
WHEREAS, high-quality early childhood programs provide important benefits to children, families and state and national economies; and
WHEREAS, celebrating the Week of the Young Child enables the recognition and advancement of the early childhood education profession; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-first Legislaturenow assembled in the First Special Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to recognize April 1, 2023 to April 7, 2023 as the Week of the Young Child and encourage all residents to work to support and invest in early childhood in the State.
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SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR
In accordance with House Rule 519 and Joint Rule 213, the following items: Recognizing: (5-1) Phil Polk, of Princeton, on his retirement from Woodland Pulp LLC after 37 years of work, where he also served as President of USW 27 and was a champion of all his fellow workers. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 320)
(5-2) the Brewer High School Boys Basketball Team, which won the Class A State Championship. Members of the team include Evan Nadeau, Braden Carr, Charles Brydges, Cayen Philbrick, Brady Saunders, Aiden Davis, Owen Fullerton, Cole Harriman, Ryder Goodwin, Brock Flagg, Cameron Hughes, Jake Perry, Titus Philbrick and Steven Youngs; manager Hunter MacDonald; head coach Ben Goodwin; and assistant coaches Scott Flagg, Phil Pushard, Tyler Smith and Trevor Pearson. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 322)
(5-3) Winter Williams, of Saco, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 323)
(5-4) Keenan Ovrebo-Welker, of Lisbon Falls, a senior at Lisbon High School, who is a recipient of a 2023 Principal's Award for outstanding academic achievement and citizenship, sponsored by the Maine Principals' Association. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 324)
(5-5) Katie Griffin, of Pembroke, who has received the Girl Scout Silver Award. This is the second highest award in Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 325)
(5-6) Olivia Marion, of West Baldwin, who has received the Girl Scout Gold Award. This is the highest award in Senior Girl Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 326)
(5-7) Wilfred Murray, of Dexter, on his retirement from the Dexter Fire Department after 40 years of public service. Joining the Dexter Fire Department in December 1983, Mr. Murray served in several officer positions, including those of Safety Officer and Assistant Chief. He was also involved for many years with the department's Fire Prevention Programs, represented the department at many Maine State Federation of Firefighters annual conventions and participated in the department's fund-raising efforts, including the annual auction, boot drive and rubber ducky race. We extend our appreciation and best wishes;
(HLS 216) Presented by Representative FOSTER of Dexter. Cosponsored by Senator GUERIN of Penobscot.
In Memory of: (5-8) Robert W. Gilman, Sr., of Westbrook. Mr. Gilman was a veteran of the United States Air Force, for which he worked as an airplane mechanic on the KC-135 Stratotanker. From 1963 to 1988, he worked as a route salesman, first for Kirschner Meats and latter for LePage Bakeries. In 1989, he became a custodian for the Westbrook School Department and was lead custodian at Westbrook Middle School, where he worked until his retirement in 2005. The students, teachers and staff of the middle school dedicated a student yearbook in his honor. During his tenure with the department, he served as the chief labor negotiator for all school support staff. In retirement, he continued to work for the department part time until 2018. Mr. Gilman will be long remembered and sadly missed by his wife of 61 years, Carolyn, his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(SLS 319)
(5-9) David Paul Claroni, of Baileyville, an officer of the Baileyville Police Department. Officer Claroni started his career with the Pleasant Point Police Department and went on to serve with departments in Machias, Calais and Indian Township before working in Baileyville. He worked as a School Resource Officer, Bike Officer, Drug Recognition Expert, Field Training Officer and MARC Instructor. He also served as an Adjunct Professor for Washington County Community College. He was a deacon with the Cornerstone Baptist Church in Eastport. Officer Claroni will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(SLS 321)
(5-10) Stevan C. Cote, of Saco. Mr. Cote was a veteran of the United States Air Force, working as a Security Police Officer and serving from 1968 to 1980. He had assignments in Louisiana, Turkey, Michigan, Japan and New York. In 1981, he joined Consumers Power Company in Midland, Michigan as a security staff member at a nuclear power plant. In 1985, he transferred to the corporate security staff in Jackson, Michigan. In 1986, he was named Security Manager at Palisades Nuclear Power Plant in Covert, Michigan and served in that capacity until his retirement in 2001 after a 20-year career with the company. He was a member of several professional groups, including the American Society for Industrial Security, Air Force Security Police Association, Edison Electric Institute Security Task Force and Midwest Nuclear Security Association. Mr. Cote will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends;
(SLS 327)
(5-11) Sarah Watson, of Vassalboro. Mrs. Watson worked for Maine Service Employees Union, MSEA-SEIU, where she advocated for employees, their families and programs across the State of Maine. Her passion for her fellow workers and equality was unwavering and unmatched; advocating for those that could not themselves or needed encouragement to push beyond what they thought possible was a lifelong passion. Mrs. Watson will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family and friends and all those whose lives she touched;
(SLS 328)
(5-12) Danny Raymond, of Caribou, a Captain of the Caribou Fire and Ambulance Department. Captain Raymond was a dedicated member of the Caribou Fire and Ambulance Department for 28 years, including 7 years as captain. He began his career in fire service when he became a volunteer for the department in 1991. He became a full-time firefighter with the Loring Air Force Base Fire Department, serving from 1992 to 1995. In 1995, he became a career firefighter for the Caribou Fire and Ambulance Department. He worked his way up through the ranks of the department, attaining the rank of captain in 2016. He also held a part-time job at Mockler Funeral Home as a funeral attendant, had a cleaning contract at the National Weather Service Bureau office in Caribou and performed building maintenance at the Aroostook County Action Program. He was a Senior Warden for Caribou Masonic Lodge #170, Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, a proud Shriner and a member of the Klown unit known as "Band-Aide." He also was a prior member of the Red Knights Firefighter Motorcycle Club and a member of the Caribou Emergency Amateur Radio Service, and he was active in the Caribou Future Farmers of America. Captain Raymond's dedication to his family and community will be deeply missed;
(SLS 329)
(5-13) Larry E. Curtis, of Unity. A mechanic by training, Mr. Curtis spent time racing at Unity Raceway in the early 1970s. He worked at Pullen Ford for 27 years and then in security at MBNA. In retirement, he worked for Waldo County Oil. He was a dedicated firefighter for the Unity Fire Department for 52 years. Mr. Curtis will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(HLS 214) Presented by Representative HYMES of Waldo. Cosponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo.
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Divided Report (6-1) Majority Report of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act Regarding the Purpose and Responsibilities of the State Regulatory System for Public Utilities" (H.P. 214) (L.D. 340) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-2) Majority Report of the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-21) on Bill "An Act to Strengthen Maine's Health Care Workforce by Preventing Discrimination by Requiring Maintenance of Certification for Insurance Reimbursement" (H.P. 145) (L.D. 224) Signed: Senator: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ Emergency Measure
(10-1) Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Portions of Chapter 25: Standards for Placing Wood into Stream Channels to Enhance Cold Water Fisheries Habitat, a Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Bureau of Forestry (H.P. 241) (L.D. 390)
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 (10-2) An Act to Increase Support for the Modernization of the Board of Pesticides Control by Increasing the Annual Pesticide Registration Fee (H.P. 12) (L.D. 8) (10-3) An Act to Update the Maine State Grant Program (S.P. 24) (L.D. 32) (10-4) An Act to Include a Representative of Newspaper and Other Press Interests on the Archives Advisory Board and to Require the Member Representing a Historical Society to Have Expertise in Archival Records (S.P. 72) (L.D. 133) (10-5) An Act to Clarify MaineCare Program Requirements Regarding Certain High-risk Health Care Providers (H.P. 265) (L.D. 432)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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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 Walker Oliver, of Hodgdon (SLS 81)
- In Senate, READ and PASSED. - CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 594 on March 30, 2023. TABLED - February 7, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative QUINT of Hodgdon. PENDING - PASSAGE.
2. Joint Order, Directing the Joint Select Committee on Housing to Study the Foreclosure Process in the State (H.P. 372)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 594 on March 30, 2023. TABLED - February 14, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative DUCHARME of Madison. PENDING - PASSAGE.
3. 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)
(Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested) - CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 594 on March 30, 2023. TABLED - February 16, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative GREENWOOD of Wales. PENDING - REFERENCE.
4. Expression of Legislative Sentiment in Memory of Jacqueline M. Labbe, of Minot (HLS 82)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 594 on March 30, 2023. TABLED - February 28, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative LIBBY of Auburn. PENDING - ADOPTION.
5. Resolve, to Create the Commission to Study the Operations of the Maine Legislature (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 436) (L.D. 1067)
- In Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT. - CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 594 on March 30, 2023. TABLED - March 7, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - REFERENCE IN CONCURRENCE.
6. JOINT RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH AND INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY (S.P. 461)
- In Senate, READ and ADOPTED. - CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 594 on March 30, 2023. TABLED - March 16, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - ADOPTION.
7. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (9) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (3) Ought to Pass - Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY on Bill "An Act to Repeal the Law Regarding the Northern Maine Renewable Energy Development Program" (H.P. 227) (L.D. 376)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 594 on March 30, 2023. TABLED - March 16, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
8. Bill "An Act to Protect the Quality of Care Provided via Telehealth by Prohibiting Physicians from Prescribing Abortion-inducing Drugs or Devices Through Telehealth or Other Electronic Communication" (H.P. 797) (L.D. 1249)
- In House, REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY on March 21, 2023. - In Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES in NON-CONCURRENCE. - CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 594 on March 30, 2023. TABLED - March 28, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - FURTHER CONSIDERATION.
9. Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Portions of Chapter 100: Enforcement Procedures, a Major Substantive Rule of the Maine Health Data Organization (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 251) (L.D. 418)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 594 on March 30, 2023. TABLED - March 28, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. 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 Protect Union Wharf and Sustain Maine's Maritime Industries" (S.P. 601) (L.D. 1480)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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(1-2) Bill "An Act to Improve Sexual Assault Kit Tracking" (S.P. 605) (L.D. 1484)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY and ordered printed.
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(1-3) Resolve, Directing the Department of Education and the Maine Municipal Bond Bank to Amend Their Rules Regarding the Maine School Facilities Finance Program and the School Revolving Renovation Fund (S.P. 591) (L.D. 1472)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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(1-4) Bill "An Act to Amend the Calculation of Tariff Rates and Billing Credits Under Net Energy Billing" (S.P. 584) (L.D. 1465) (1-5) Resolve, Directing the Public Utilities Commission to Convene a Stakeholder Group Regarding Liquefied Propane Gas Systems and the So-called Dig Safe Law (S.P. 599) (L.D. 1479)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY and ordered printed.
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(1-6) Bill "An Act Regarding Transfers of Land in Resource Protection Areas" (S.P. 589) (L.D. 1470) (1-7) Bill "An Act to Amend Provisions of the Maine Metallic Mineral Mining Act" (S.P. 590) (L.D. 1471) (1-8) Bill "An Act to Amend the Definition of 'Metallic Mineral' in the Maine Metallic Mineral Mining Act" (S.P. 596) (L.D. 1476) (1-9) Bill "An Act to Impose a Moratorium on Open-pit Rock Quarry Excavation" (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 603) (L.D. 1482) (1-10) Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Relating to the Prevention of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances Pollution and to Provide Additional Funding" (S.P. 610) (L.D. 1537)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES and ordered printed.
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(1-11) Bill "An Act to Establish the Maine Cannabis Research Committee and Facilitate Research into Alternative Therapeutics" (S.P. 586) (L.D. 1467)
Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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(1-12) Resolve, to Sufficiently Staff Overnight Behavioral Health Crisis Facilities (S.P. 588) (L.D. 1469)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-13) Bill "An Act to Protect Certain Unfiltered Drinking Water Sources" (S.P. 592) (L.D. 1473)
Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES and ordered printed.
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(1-14) Resolve, Directing the Department of Health and Human Services to Expedite Reimbursement of Nursing Facilities (S.P. 593) (L.D. 1474) (1-15) Bill "An Act to Improve Women's Health and Economic Security by Funding Family Planning Services" (S.P. 598) (L.D. 1478) (1-16) Bill "An Act Regarding Clearance for Occupancy Under the Lead Poisoning Control Act" (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 602) (L.D. 1481) (1-17) Bill "An Act to Provide Funding for Hospital Security in Aroostook County" (S.P. 606) (L.D. 1485)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-18) Bill "An Act to Ensure That Residents of the State Have the Right to Repair Their Own Electronic Devices" (S.P. 608) (L.D. 1487)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESSand ordered printed.
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(1-19) Bill "An Act to Ensure Equal Treatment by the Law Court by Requiring 7 Justices to Decide All Cases" (S.P. 587) (L.D. 1468)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY and ordered printed.
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(1-20) Bill "An Act to Remove the Waiting Period for Benefits Under Maine's Unemployment Insurance System" (S.P. 583) (L.D. 1464) (1-21) Bill "An Act to Protect the Rights of Agricultural Workers" (S.P. 604) (L.D. 1483)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING and ordered printed.
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(1-22) RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Amend the Governor's Power to Reprieve, Pardon and Commute Sentences and Remit Penalties (S.P. 609) (L.D. 1536)
Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY and ordered printed.
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(1-23) Bill "An Act to Promote Biomanufacturing and Biotechnology Development by Establishing a Tax Credit" (S.P. 595) (L.D. 1475) (1-24) Bill "An Act to Exempt Tractor Trailer Trucks from the Excise Tax" (S.P. 607) (L.D. 1486) (1-25) Bill "An Act to Provide Tax Benefits to Persons Constructing Accessory Dwelling Units" (S.P. 611) (L.D. 1538)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TAXATION and ordered printed.
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(1-26) Bill "An Act to Fund Adult Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder Services by Eliminating Certain Tax Funding from the Maine Clean Election Fund" (S.P. 585) (L.D. 1466) (1-27) RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Align the Proceedings for Circulating Written Petitions for People's Vetoes and Direct Initiatives with Federal Law (S.P. 597) (L.D. 1477)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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