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The House CalendarThe Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives Tuesday, April 11, 2023
Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Robert Sapiro, Green Acre Baha'I, Eliot.
National Anthem by Roxane Althouse, Woolwich.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Reading of the Journal of Thursday, April 6, 2023. _________________________________
(1-1) The following Joint Resolution: (S.P. 612)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MAINE’S REALTORS
WHEREAS,the Maine Association of REALTORS® has more than 6,200 members actively involved in the business of real estate and it has approximately 400 affiliate members,including lenders, appraisers, title companies, building inspectors, surveyors and insurance providers; and
WHEREAS, the not-for-profit trade association provides each member with an equal voice and representation in the real estate profession, serving members in all 16 Maine counties and in their communities; and
WHEREAS, a healthy supply of affordable, safe, secure and high-quality residential andcommercial real estate inventory statewide supports the continuing growth of Maine’s economy;and
WHEREAS, real estate transactions stimulate Maine’s economy and include not only themoney spent and reinvested in the sale price of a property but all those services and expenditures that occur in relation to a property transaction, for both a buyer and a seller; and
WHEREAS, according to national statistics, it is estimated that one job is generated forevery 2 home sales, each home sale contributes about $146,000 to the economy and the real estate industry accounts for 18.6% of the gross state product; and
WHEREAS, the real estate market in Maine is strong, as evidenced by the number of home sales and the overall impact on Maine’s economy in 2022 of 15.7 billion dollars;and
WHEREAS, real estate ownership is an investment in the future and one of the best ways to build financial security through equity accumulation, and for many in Maine their real property ownership represents their life savings; and
WHEREAS, expanding real property ownership will strengthen our State and its families and communities, enhance our economy and create jobs; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-first Legislature now assembled in the First Special Session, take this opportunity to recognize the Maine Association of REALTORS® and its members for their positive contributions to and the significant role they play in the lives of Maine citizens and their communities and that their service and dedication to this State are a tribute to those values and principles that we all hold dear;and be it further
RESOLVED: That suitable copies of this resolution, duly authenticated by the Secretary of State, be transmitted to the Maine Association of REALTORS® and Maine’s 12 local association boards and councils.
Comes from the Senate, READ and ADOPTED.
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(1-2) Bill "An Act Regarding the Distribution of Revenue from the Real Estate Transfer Tax" (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 572) (L.D. 1454)
Committee on TAXATION suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Joint Select Committee on HOUSING and ordered printed.
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(1-3) 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)
REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY in the House on April 5, 2023.
Comes from the Senate REFERRED to the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING in NON-CONCURRENCE.
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(1-4) 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)
REFERRED to the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY in the House on April 5, 2023.
Comes from the Senate REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY in NON-CONCURRENCE.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.P. 1035)
and accompanying initiated bill, item (2-2)
STATE OF MAINE DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0148
February 16, 2023
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Enclosed please find my official certification to the 131st Legislature of the citizen initiative petition entitled “An Act To Prohibit Campaign Spending by Foreign Governments and Promote an Anticorruption Amendment to the United States Constitution”.
Sincerely,
S/Shenna Bellows Secretary of State
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State of Maine Secretary of State
I, Shenna Bellows, Secretary of State, hereby certify that written petitions bearing valid signatures of 67,550 electors of this State were addressed to the Legislature of the State of Maine and were filed in the office of the Secretary of State on November 1, 2022, requesting that the Legislature consider an act entitled, “An Act To Prohibit Campaign Spending by Foreign Governments and Promote an Anticorruption Amendment to the United States Constitution”.
I further certify that the number of signatures submitted is in excess of ten percent of the total votes cast in the last gubernatorial election preceding the filing of such petitions, as required by Article IV, Part Third, Section 18 of the Constitution of Maine, that number being 63,067.
I further certify this initiative petition to be valid and attach herewith the text of the legislation circulated on the petition’s behalf.
In testimony whereof, I have caused the Great Seal of the State of Maine to be hereunto affixed. Given under my hand at Augusta on the sixteenth day of February in the year Two Thousand and Twenty-three.
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(2-2) The accompanying Bill "An Act to Prohibit Campaign Spending by Foreign Governments and Promote an Anticorruption Amendment to the United States Constitution" (I.B. 1) (L.D. 1610)
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (H.P. 1036)
and accompanying initiated bill, item (2-4)
STATE OF MAINE DEPARTMENT OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0148
February 16, 2023
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Enclosed please find my official certification to the 131st Legislature of the citizen initiative petition entitled “An Act To Create the Pine Tree Power Company, a Nonprofit, Customer-owned Utility”.
Sincerely,
S/Shenna Bellows Secretary of State
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State of Maine Secretary of State
I, Shenna Bellows, Secretary of State, hereby certify that written petitions bearing valid signatures of 69,735 electors of this State were addressed to the Legislature of the State of Maine and were filed in the office of the Secretary of State on October 31, 2022, requesting that the Legislature consider an act entitled, “An Act To Create the Pine Tree Power Company, a Nonprofit, Customer-owned Utility”.
I further certify that the number of signatures submitted is in excess of ten percent of the total votes cast in the last gubernatorial election preceding the filing of such petitions, as required by Article IV, Part Third, Section 18 of the Constitution of Maine, that number being 63,067.
I further certify this initiative petition to be valid and attach herewith the text of the legislation circulated on the petition’s behalf.
In testimony whereof, I have caused the Great Seal of the State of Maine to be hereunto affixed. Given under my hand at Augusta on the sixteenth day of February in the year Two Thousand and Twenty-three.
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(2-4) The accompanying Bill "An Act to Create the Pine Tree Power Company, a Nonprofit, Customer-owned Utility" (I.B. 2) (L.D. 1611)
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(2-5) The Following Communication: (H.C. 124)
STATE OF MAINE CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 11, 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 Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Moriarty of Cumberland, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 158 An Act to Create a Training License and Program for Certain Advanced Practice Providers
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services has approved the request by the sponsor, Senator Grohoski of Hancock, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 411 An Act to Prevent Subscribers from Being Overcharged for Health Insurance Premiums
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Health and Human Services has approved the request by the sponsor, Senator Beebe-Center of Knox, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 1188 An Act to Establish a Public Health Response to Substance Use
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-6) The Following Communication: (H.C. 125)
CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 11, 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:"
L.D. 300 An Act to Establish Pilot Initiatives to Promote, Grow and Sustain Adult Day Care and Respite Programs in Maine L.D. 762 An Act to Authorize Burials with Biodegradable Containers, Including Tree Pods L.D. 813 Resolve, to Study Methods to Increase Access to Medication-assisted Treatment for Substance Use Disorder L.D. 1211 An Act to Require the Department of Health and Human Services to Fund Out-of-state Residential Treatment for Substance Use Disorder When In-state Treatment Is Unavailable Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services L.D. 940 An Act to Allow Pharmacists to Provide Services Through Telehealth and Vending Machines at Federally Qualified Health Centers L.D. 991 An Act to Require Financial Institutions and Credit Unions to Give Depositors the Option to Designate a Beneficiary Inland Fisheries and Wildlife L.D. 458 An Act to Require an Application for a Hunting License to Include a Check-off Box Indicating an Applicant's Wish to Be Entered in the Antlerless Deer Permit Lottery L.D. 608 Resolve, to Improve Outcomes for Participants in the Antlerless Deer Permit Lottery L.D. 613 An Act to Amend the Laws Governing the Antlerless Deer Permit Process L.D. 763 An Act to Provide Antlerless Deer Permits to Certain Landowners L.D. 798 An Act to Eliminate the Antlerless Deer Permit Fee for Holders of Senior Complimentary and Senior Lifetime Hunting Licenses Innovation, Development, Economic Advancement and Business L.D. 281 An Act to Require Ski Area Safety Plans and Reporting L.D. 323 An Act to Improve Compliance with Maine's Implied Warranty Law Labor and Housing L.D. 116 An Act to Establish a Minimum Wage for All Health Care Workers Including All Support Staff L.D. 882 An Act to Allow Nonmunicipal Emergency Medical Services Providers to Be Considered State Employees for Purposes of Certain Benefits L.D. 1112 An Act to Provide Workers' Compensation for Temporary Employees State and Local Government L.D. 548 An Act to Amend the Duties of County Sheriffs
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-7) The Following Communication: (S.C. 291)
131st LEGISLATURE
April 6, 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 nomination:
Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Innovation, Development, Economic Advancement and Business, Kevin Bunker of Brunswick 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 Address Food Insecurity and Support Local Agriculture" (H.P. 1037) (L.D. 1612)
Sponsored by Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland. Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRYsuggested and ordered printed.
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(3-2) Bill "An Act to Remove the Duty of an Individual Exercising Self-defense to Safely Retreat or Abstain from Performing Certain Acts upon Demand" (H.P. 1005) (L.D. 1560)
Sponsored by Representative PERKINS of Dover-Foxcroft. Cosponsored by Senator HARRINGTON of York and Representatives: ANDREWS of Paris, ARDELL of Monticello, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, HYMES of Waldo, NEWMAN of Belgrade, SOBOLESKI of Phillips, WHITE of Guilford. (3-3) Bill "An Act to Restore Firearm Rights and Hunting Privileges to Persons Previously Convicted of Certain Nonviolent Felony Crimes" (H.P. 1006) (L.D. 1561)
Sponsored by Representative PERKINS of Dover-Foxcroft. Cosponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec and Representatives: ANDREWS of Paris, ARDELL of Monticello, BOYER of Poland, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, HYMES of Waldo, SOBOLESKI of Phillips, WHITE of Guilford, Senator: HARRINGTON of York. (3-4) Bill "An Act to Provide a Pathway to Sobriety for Formerly or Currently Incarcerated Individuals" (H.P. 1028) (L.D. 1583)
Sponsored by Representative WHITE of Guilford. Cosponsored by Senator BRAKEY of Androscoggin and Representatives: ARDELL of Monticello, BOYER of Poland, GREENWOOD of Wales, HYMES of Waldo, PERKINS of Dover-Foxcroft, Senator: GUERIN of Penobscot. Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-5) Bill "An Act to Increase and Enhance School Safety by Allowing Individuals with Concealed Carry Permits to Possess Handguns on School Property" (H.P. 1002) (L.D. 1557)
Sponsored by Representative PAUL of Winterport. Cosponsored by Senator HARRINGTON of York and Representatives: ANDREWS of Paris, ARDELL of Monticello, BABIN of Fort Fairfield, DUCHARME of Madison, HENDERSON of Rumford, HYMES of Waldo, SMITH of Palermo, WHITE of Guilford. (3-6) Resolve, to Establish a Pilot Program to Provide Grants to Expand Age Eligibility for Life Skills and Vocational Programs in Public Schools (H.P. 1010) (L.D. 1565)
Sponsored by Representative MONTELL of Gardiner. Cosponsored by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland and Representatives: ARFORD of Brunswick, BRIDGEO of Augusta, COLLAMORE of Pittsfield, DILL of Old Town, DODGE of Belfast, MURPHY of Scarborough, SARGENT of York, WORTH of Ellsworth. (3-7) Bill "An Act to Create a Training Program for School Board Members and Establish School Board Meeting Standards" (H.P. 1012) (L.D. 1567)
Sponsored by Representative LYMAN of Livermore Falls. Cosponsored by Senator TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin and Representatives: CYRWAY of Albion, HAGGAN of Hampden, QUINT of Hodgdon, SAMPSON of Alfred, SCHMERSAL-BURGESS of Mexico, Senators: BALDACCI of Penobscot, KEIM of Oxford, LIBBY of Cumberland. (3-8) Bill "An Act to Provide Meaningful Public Participation at Local School Board Meetings" (H.P. 1016) (L.D. 1571)
Sponsored by Representative LYMAN of Livermore Falls. Cosponsored by Senator TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, BAGSHAW of Windham, CYRWAY of Albion, HAGGAN of Hampden, MORRIS of Turner, POLEWARCZYK of Wiscasset, QUINT of Hodgdon, SCHMERSAL-BURGESS of Mexico. (3-9) Resolve, Directing the Department of Education to Adopt Rules Prohibiting Teachers in Public Schools from Engaging in Political, Ideological and Religious Advocacy in the Classroom (H.P. 1034) (L.D. 1589)
Sponsored by Representative SMITH of Palermo. Cosponsored by Representatives: BAGSHAW of Windham, FREDERICKS of Sanford, GRIFFIN of Levant, HENDERSON of Rumford, RUDNICKI of Fairfield, SOBOLESKI of Phillips, WHITE of Guilford. Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-10) Bill "An Act to Eliminate Metallic Mineral Mining Activities Without a Permit" (H.P. 1009) (L.D. 1564)
Sponsored by Representative MILLIKEN of Blue Hill. Cosponsored by Representative: WARREN of Scarborough. (3-11) Bill "An Act to Create the Storm Water Infrastructure Repair and Replacement Fund" (H.P. 1015) (L.D. 1570)
Sponsored by Representative ANKELES of Brunswick. Cosponsored by Senator DAUGHTRY of Cumberland and Representatives: BELL of Yarmouth, DILL of Old Town, FAY of Raymond, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, JAUCH of Topsham, KESSLER of South Portland, MALON of Biddeford, STOVER of Boothbay. Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-12) Bill "An Act to Prohibit the Sale of Tobacco Products in Pharmacies and Retail Establishments Containing Pharmacies" (H.P. 1003) (L.D. 1558)
Sponsored by Representative MOONEN of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator INGWERSEN of York and Representatives: CRAVEN of Lewiston, GRAHAM of North Yarmouth, MADIGAN of Waterville, MEYER of Eliot, PERRY of Bangor, SHAGOURY of Hallowell, ZAGER of Portland, Senator: BALDACCI of Penobscot. (3-13) Bill "An Act to Promote Quality and Innovation in Nursing and Residential Care Facilities" (H.P. 1020) (L.D. 1575)
Sponsored by Representative MEYER of Eliot. Submitted by the Department of Health and Human Services pursuant to Joint Rule 204. (3-14) Bill "An Act to Provide Funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to Temporarily Restore Benefits Being Reduced by the Federal Government" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1029) (L.D. 1584)
Sponsored by Representative STOVER of Boothbay. Cosponsored by Senator VITELLI of Sagadahoc and Representatives: CLOUTIER of Lewiston, GRAHAM of North Yarmouth, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, MEYER of Eliot, MILLETT of Waterford, PLUECKER of Warren, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland, Senator: BRENNER of Cumberland. Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 205. (3-15) Bill "An Act to Require an Ultrasound and Certain Counseling Before an Abortion" (H.P. 1039) (L.D. 1614)
Sponsored by Representative GRIFFIN of Levant. (3-16) Resolve, to Increase Access to Brain Injury Waiver Services (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1042) (L.D. 1617)
Sponsored by Representative LIBBY of Auburn. Cosponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock and Representatives: HEPLER of Woolwich, LANDRY of Farmington, PERRY of Bangor, RANA of Bangor, SARGENT of York, SKOLD of Portland, TERRY of Gorham. Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-17) Bill "An Act to Require Health Insurance Coverage for Biomarker Testing" (H.P. 1022) (L.D. 1577)
Sponsored by Representative ZAGER of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator BENNETT of Oxford and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, CYRWAY of Albion, JAVNER of Chester, PERRY of Calais, SWALLOW of Houlton, Senators: BAILEY of York, RENY of Lincoln. (3-18) Bill "An Act Regarding Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists" (H.P. 1026) (L.D. 1581)
Sponsored by Representative MASTRACCIO of Sanford. Cosponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock. (3-19) Bill "An Act to Enable Occupational License Portability and Prohibit Use of Good Character Qualifications in Occupational Licensing" (H.P. 1031) (L.D. 1586)
Sponsored by Representative SMITH of Palermo. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington and Representatives: BABIN of Fort Fairfield, CRAY of Palmyra, DAVIS of East Machias, GUERRETTE of Caribou, LAVIGNE of Berwick, STROUT of Harrington. Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-20) Bill "An Act to Allow a Resident of Agricultural Land to Enlist License Holders to Hunt on the Land" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1008) (L.D. 1563)
Sponsored by Representative PLUECKER of Warren. Cosponsored by Senator BLACK of Franklin and Representatives: CRAY of Palmyra, GUERRETTE of Caribou, HALL of Wilton, HEPLER of Woolwich, SHAW of Auburn, Senator: INGWERSEN of York. Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-21) RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Eliminate the Diversion of Revenue from Professional and Occupational Licensing Fees (H.P. 1024) (L.D. 1579)
Sponsored by Representative MORRIS of Turner. Cosponsored by Representative: MILLETT of Waterford, Senator: BENNETT of Oxford. (3-22) Bill "An Act Regarding Limits on Medication in Vending Machines" (H.P. 1040) (L.D. 1615)
Sponsored by Representative TERRY of Gorham. Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-23) Bill "An Act to Update the Laws Governing Electronic Device Information as Evidence" (H.P. 1021) (L.D. 1576)
Sponsored by Representative O'NEIL of Saco. Cosponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec and Representatives: ANDREWS of Paris, BOYER of Poland, LEE of Auburn, MALON of Biddeford, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland, Senators: BAILEY of York, DAUGHTRY of Cumberland, GUERIN of Penobscot. (3-24) Bill "An Act to Prohibit Profiling and to Strengthen Civil Rights in Maine" (H.P. 1038) (L.D. 1613)
Sponsored by Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland. Committee on JUDICIARY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-25) Bill "An Act to Protect the Retirement of State Employees and Teachers by Establishing Standards for Fiduciary Responsibility" (H.P. 1007) (L.D. 1562)
Sponsored by Representative PERKINS of Dover-Foxcroft. Cosponsored by Senator BRAKEY of Androscoggin and Representatives: ANDREWS of Paris, ARDELL of Monticello, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, HYMES of Waldo, PAUL of Winterport, QUINT of Hodgdon, SOBOLESKI of Phillips, WHITE of Guilford. (3-26) Bill "An Act to Create Rent Stabilization and Amend the Laws Regarding Termination of Tenancy and Rent Increase Limitations" (H.P. 1019) (L.D. 1574)
Sponsored by Representative SUPICA of Bangor. Cosponsored by Senator BALDACCI of Penobscot and Representatives: CRAFTS of Newcastle, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, MALON of Biddeford, MILLIKEN of Blue Hill, PLUECKER of Warren, ROEDER of Bangor, SACHS of Freeport, SALISBURY of Westbrook. (3-27) Bill "An Act to Help Maine Small Businesses with Increasing Costs by Removing the Annual Cost-of-living Adjustment for the Minimum Wage" (H.P. 1025) (L.D. 1580)
Sponsored by Representative MORRIS of Turner. Cosponsored by Representative: BRADSTREET of Vassalboro, Senator: TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin. (3-28) Bill "An Act to Provide Public Sector Labor Unions Reasonable Access to Information Regarding Employees" (H.P. 1033) (L.D. 1588)
Sponsored by Representative DODGE of Belfast. Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-29) Resolve, to Convene a Lobster Industry Working Group (H.P. 1043) (L.D. 1618)
Sponsored by Representative GOLEK of Harpswell. Cosponsored by Representatives: DAVIS of East Machias, DILL of Old Town, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, JAUCH of Topsham, LANDRY of Farmington, THORNE of Carmel. Committee on MARINE RESOURCES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-30) Bill "An Act to Provide Financial Relief for Certain Volunteers Under the Corporation for National and Community Service, the Maine Service Fellows and the Maine Climate Corps" (H.P. 1018) (L.D. 1573)
Sponsored by Representative RIELLY of Westbrook. Cosponsored by Representatives: ANDREWS of Paris, CARLOW of Buxton, CARMICHAEL of Greenbush, PERRY of Bangor, Senator: PIERCE of Cumberland. (3-31) Bill "An Act to Make the Description of the State Seal Gender-neutral and to Depict One of the Human Images on the State Flag as Female" (H.P. 1041) (L.D. 1616)
Sponsored by Representative TERRY of Gorham. (BY REQUEST) Cosponsored by Representative: PAULHUS of Bath. Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-32) Bill "An Act to Exempt Certain Disabled Veterans from Property Taxes in Accordance with Their Disability Ratings" (H.P. 1014) (L.D. 1569)
Sponsored by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick. Cosponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo and Representatives: COLLAMORE of Pittsfield, LaROCHELLE of Augusta, MEYER of Eliot, STOVER of Boothbay, TERRY of Gorham. (3-33) Bill "An Act to Clarify What Constitutes a Homestead for the Homestead Property Tax Exemption" (H.P. 1027) (L.D. 1582)
Sponsored by Representative DOUDERA of Camden. Cosponsored by Senator BEEBE-CENTER of Knox and Representatives: JAUCH of Topsham, MATLACK of St. George, Senator: PIERCE of Cumberland. Committee on TAXATION suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-34) Bill "An Act to Advance the State's Public Transit Systems by Reinvigorating the Public Transit Advisory Council and Increasing Funding" (H.P. 1004) (L.D. 1559)
Sponsored by Representative O'NEIL of Saco. Cosponsored by Senator CHIPMAN of Cumberland and Representatives: BRIDGEO of Augusta, CLOUTIER of Lewiston, LANDRY of Farmington, MALON of Biddeford, MASTRACCIO of Sanford, SUPICA of Bangor, WILLIAMS of Bar Harbor, Senator: DAUGHTRY of Cumberland. (3-35) Resolve, to Establish the Task Force to Recommend Strategies to Achieve the Goal of Eliminating Traffic Fatalities and Serious Injuries (H.P. 1011) (L.D. 1566)
Sponsored by Representative ANKELES of Brunswick. Cosponsored by Senator BENNETT of Oxford and Representatives: ZAGER of Portland, ZEIGLER of Montville, Senators: CHIPMAN of Cumberland, DAUGHTRY of Cumberland. (3-36) Bill "An Act to Ensure Proper Funding of the Highway Fund by Imposing a Surcharge on Electric Vehicle Registration" (H.P. 1017) (L.D. 1572)
Sponsored by Representative ZEIGLER of Montville. Cosponsored by Senator INGWERSEN of York and Representatives: ANKELES of Brunswick, BELL of Yarmouth, MATLACK of St. George, PLUECKER of Warren, Senator: BRENNER of Cumberland. (3-37) Bill "An Act to Amend the Motor Vehicle Inspection Law to Exempt Certain Motor Vehicles Less than 3 Years Old" (H.P. 1032) (L.D. 1587)
Sponsored by Representative ROEDER of Bangor. Cosponsored by Representatives: ROBERTS of South Berwick, SALISBURY of Westbrook, Senator: TIPPING of Penobscot. Committee on TRANSPORTATION suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-38) Bill "An Act to Protect Access to Absentee Ballot Drop Boxes" (H.P. 1013) (L.D. 1568)
Sponsored by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick. Cosponsored by Representatives: MALON of Biddeford, MEYER of Eliot, RIELLY of Westbrook, ROEDER of Bangor, SALISBURY of Westbrook, TERRY of Gorham. (3-39) Bill "An Act to Adopt an Interstate Compact to Elect the President of the United States by National Popular Vote" (H.P. 1023) (L.D. 1578)
Sponsored by Representative BELL of Yarmouth. Cosponsored by Representative ZAGER of Portland, Senator POULIOT of Kennebec and Representatives: JAUCH of Topsham, SUPICA of Bangor, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland, TERRY of Gorham, Senators: DAUGHTRY of Cumberland, President JACKSON of Aroostook, VITELLI of Sagadahoc. (3-40) Bill "An Act to Amend Maine's Cannabis Laws to Protect Small and Medium-sized Cultivators" (H.P. 1030) (L.D. 1585)
Sponsored by Representative PLUECKER of Warren. Cosponsored by Representatives: RISEMAN of Harrison, ROEDER of Bangor, SUPICA of Bangor, WILLIAMS of Bar Harbor.
Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR
In accordance with House Rule 519 and Joint Rule 213, the following items: Recognizing: (5-1) Tia Lee Saucier, of Fort Kent, a senior at Fort Kent Community High School, who has successfully completed the core requirements for the Social Studies curriculum as prescribed by School Administrative District No. 27 and has received the Class of 2023 Four Year Social Studies Award. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 344)
(5-2) Logan Ouellette, of Turner, a member of the Leavitt Area High School Cross Country Ski Team, who won the 5K Classic and Nordic Freestyle Events at the Class B Boys State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 345)
(5-3) the Gorham High School Girls Varsity Basketball Team, which won the Class AA South Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 347)
(5-4) Myles Hang, of Portland, who won the 2023 Southwestern Maine Activities Association Championship in the Senior Shot Put Event. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 348)
(5-5) the Cheverus High School Girls Co-op Varsity Hockey Team, of Portland, which won the Maine Principals' Association State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 349)
(5-6) Charlie Jacques, of Portland, who won the 2023 Southwestern Maine Activities Association Championship in the Junior 800 Meter Run Event. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 350)
(5-7) Dominic Cortez, of Portland, who won the 2023 Southwestern Maine Activities Association Championship in the Open Pole Vault Event. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 351)
(5-8) Andrew T. Mitchell, of Dexter, on his retirement as Scout Master of Boy Scout Troop 51 after 21 years of service. Mr. Mitchell started and was active in Scouting as a boy in Fairfield. As an adult living in Dexter, he became involved in scouting again when his son joined Cub Scouts. In 1997, he volunteered his time serving as a Committee Member of Cub Scout Pack 75. From 1997 through 2022, he served in many capacities including: Committee Member for Troop 51, Dexter Executive Officer for Cub Scout Pack 75, Dexter Chartered Organization Representative for Cub Scout Pack 75, Merit Badge Counselor for Penquis Region 7, Pack Trainer for Cub Scout Pack 75, Unit Advancement Chair for Troop 51 and Scoutmaster for Troop 51. In 2015, he received the Scouting District Award of Merit. Under his leadership, the troop participated in the winter Klondike Derbies at Maine Maritime Academy, annual trips to Camp Roosevelt, 2 trips down the Allagash Waterway and many evenings at Lake Wassookeag, working on canoeing and other merit badges. During those years, he guided 12 Scouts though their advancement to the rank of Eagle Scout. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 222) Presented by Representative FOSTER of Dexter. Cosponsored by Senator GUERIN of Penobscot.
(5-9) Amelie Grube, of Winthrop, a senior at Winthrop 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;
(HLS 223) Presented by Representative HASENFUS of Readfield. Cosponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec.
(5-10) Sophie Mihm, of Sidney, a senior at Messalonskee 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;
(HLS 224) Presented by Representative NUTTING of Oakland. Cosponsored by Senator POULIOT of Kennebec, Representative BRADSTREET of Vassalboro.
(5-11) Lindsey Himes, of Mapleton, a senior at Presque Isle 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;
(HLS 225) Presented by Representative ARDELL of Monticello. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-12) Kenneth Quirion, of Winslow, who has received the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce Distinguished Community Service Award. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 226) Presented by Representative CYRWAY of Albion. Cosponsored by Senator LaFOUNTAIN of Kennebec, Representative MADIGAN of Waterville, Representative WHITE of Waterville.
(5-13) Jordin Williams, of Brewer, who was named the Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Girls Ice Hockey Player of the Year, and who was instrumental in the formation of Brewer's Penobscot Pioneers Girls Ice Hockey Team. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 227) Presented by Representative O'CONNELL of Brewer. Cosponsored by Senator LYFORD of Penobscot, Representative PERRY of Bangor.
(5-14) Hannah Robinson, of Pittsfield, a senior at Maine Central Institute, 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;
(HLS 231) Presented by Representative COLLAMORE of Pittsfield. Cosponsored by Senator FARRIN of Somerset.
In Memory of: (5-15) Alexandra "Sani" Wolf Fogel, of Rockport. Ms. Fogel worked for the Friends Neighborhood Guild in Philadelphia, served as the Volunteer Director of the Park House Guides at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and worked as the Executive Director of the Philadelphia Chapter of Young Audiences, an organization that brings the performing arts into schools. In 1988 she founded the Delaware Valley Grantmakers, now known as the Philanthropy Network of Greater Philadelphia, and served as the organization's director. In 1995 she moved to Maine, becoming the founding Executive Director of the Maine Philanthropy Center and serving in that position until 2001. For over 60 years, she was active with Bay Chamber Concerts, serving as Board President from 2016 to 2021 and as a member of the development committee for over 20 years. She also helped to create the plan and the financial model for the Bay Chamber Music School, which opened in June 2010. She served on the Town of Rockport Select Board from 2006 to 2012 and volunteered on multiple town committees, including the opera house and harbor committees. She served on the board of the United Mid-Coast Charities as well as of the Camden Conference and chaired the Governing Board of the Camden Conference in 2000 and 2001, continuing on the organization's Advisory Board after her term ended. She also served on the boards of The Jackson Laboratory and the Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences. Ms. Fogel will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family and friends and all those whose lives she touched;
(HLS 190) Presented by Representative DOUDERA of Camden. Cosponsored by Senator BEEBE-CENTER of Knox.
(5-16) Craig David McLeod, of Sanford. As a young man, Mr. McLeod was a motocross racer, participating in many races throughout New England. He went on to work for Robertson's Power Sports before forming a partnership to establish Morin's Motorsports. Many years later, he created the Restorative Blasting Company. Mr. McLeod will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(HLS 228) Presented by Representative LANIGAN of Sanford. Cosponsored by Senator HARRINGTON of York, Representative FREDERICKS of Sanford, Representative MASTRACCIO of Sanford.
(5-17) Bruce A. Farwell, of Sanford. Mr. Farwell was a veteran of the United States Navy. He served on the USS Daniel Webster and later retired from the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Mr. Farwell will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends;
(HLS 229) Presented by Representative LANIGAN of Sanford. Cosponsored by Senator HARRINGTON of York, Representative FREDERICKS of Sanford, Representative MASTRACCIO of Sanford.
(5-18) Polly Welts Kaufman, of Harpswell. Dr. Kaufman was a historian, educator, naturalist and author of many books and articles, including "National Parks and the Woman's Voice" and "Women Teachers on the Frontier." Her scholarly work focused on the personal experiences and practical achievements of diverse women in American history, and she was a lifelong advocate for the empowerment of all women. She enjoyed a long association with the University of Massachusetts, where she co-created and co-taught the core course for training local women to serve as librarians in the Boston Public Schools and worked with others from 1967 to 1987 to establish more than 100 school libraries. She moved to Harpswell in 1991 and was a visiting professor at Bowdoin College that year and an associate professor at the University of Southern Maine from 1995 to 2014, organizing an original course in the history of the inhabitants of the Casco Bay islands. A Fulbright Scholar, she taught American Studies in Norway from 1999 to 2000 and in 2005. She co-founded the Boston Women's Heritage Trail and worked collaboratively to develop similar trails in Portland and Brunswick, as well as in Norway. She also served on the board of the Pejepscot Historical Society, including as its president during the 1990s. Dr. Kaufman will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family and friends and all those whose lives she touched;
(HLS 230) Presented by Representative HEPLER of Woolwich. Cosponsored by Senator DAUGHTRY of Cumberland, Representative GOLEK of Harpswell.
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Divided Report (6-1) Majority Report of the Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Improve Harness Racing in Maine by Repealing the Law Governing Standardbred Horses Eligible for Registration" (S.P. 184) (L.D. 403) Signed: Senator: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senators: Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASSReport READ and ACCEPTED.
_________________________________ (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-25) on Bill "An Act to Repeal the Hospital and Health Care Provider Cooperation Act" (H.P. 65) (L.D. 97) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-3) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-26) on Bill "An Act to Provide Funding for Guardians Ad Litem" (H.P. 81) (L.D. 113) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Representative DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports the Majority Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-26) Report. _________________________________ (6-4) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass on Bill "An Act to Provide Electronic Access to Confidential Juror Information" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 213) (L.D. 339) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Representative DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports the Majority Ought to Pass Report. _________________________________ (6-5) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass on Bill "An Act to Update the Maine Human Rights Act with Respect to Gender Identity" (H.P. 476) (L.D. 707) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Representative DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports the Majority Ought to Pass Report. _________________________________ (6-6) Majority Report of the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-23) on Bill "An Act to Provide Support Services for Military Members Transitioning to Civilian Life in Maine" (H.P. 170) (L.D. 265) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Representative: _________________________________ CONSENT CALENDAR
First Day
In accordance with House Rule 519, the following items appeared on the Consent Calendar for the First Day: (7-1) (S.P. 313) (L.D. 755) Bill "An Act to Promote Higher Blends of Biofuel by Regulating the Sale or Transfer of Biofuels" Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS reporting Ought to Pass (7-2) (S.P. 310) (L.D. 752) Bill "An Act to Expand Access to Banking Services for Minors" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-16) (7-3) (H.P. 11) (L.D. 7) Bill "An Act to Update References to the United States Internal Revenue Code of 1986 Contained in the Maine Revised Statutes" (EMERGENCY) Committee on TAXATION reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-27) (7-4) (H.P. 45) (L.D. 70) Bill "An Act to Eliminate the Cap on Retirement Benefits for State Employees and Teachers to Which a Cost-of-living Adjustment Is Made" Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-24)
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Emergency Measure
(10-1) An Act to Increase the State's Share of Retired Teacher Health Insurance (H.P. 80) (L.D. 112)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. This being an emergency measure, a two-thirds vote of all the members elected to the House necessary.
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Emergency Measure
(10-2) An Act to Provide Funding for the Fund to Address Food Insecurity and Provide Nutrition Incentives (S.P. 239) (L.D. 568)
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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(10-3) Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Portions of Chapter 570: Uniform Reporting System for Prescription Drug Price Data Sets, a Major Substantive Rule of the Maine Health Data Organization (H.P. 226) (L.D. 375)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. This being an emergency measure, a two-thirds vote of all the members elected to the House necessary.
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Acts (10-4) An Act to Align Maine's Lead Abatement Law with Federal Definitions and to Clarify Lead Abatement Licensing and Certification Requirements (S.P. 19) (L.D. 27) (10-5) An Act to Make Technical Amendments to Banking Laws (S.P. 53) (L.D. 114) (10-6) An Act to Clarify MaineCare Program Requirements Regarding Certain High-risk Health Care Providers (H.P. 265) (L.D. 432) (10-7) An Act to Allow the Adjutant General to Sell the Houlton Armory (S.P. 240) (L.D. 569)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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Resolves (10-8) Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Portions of Chapter 305: Natural Resources Protection Act - Permit by Rule, a Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Environmental Protection (H.P. 243) (L.D. 392)
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.
10. Expression of Legislative Sentiment in Memory of Sarah Watson, of Vassalboro (SLS 328)
- In Senate, READ and ADOPTED. TABLED - April 5, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative BRADSTREET of Vassalboro. PENDING - ADOPTION.
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(1-1) Bill "An Act to Provide a Private Support Organization for the Maine Maritime Academy" (S.P. 620) (L.D. 1556) (1-2) Bill "An Act to Address Teacher Shortages Through Financial Assistance and Career Advancement Opportunities" (S.P. 640) (L.D. 1608)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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(1-3) Bill "An Act to Promote Economic Reuse of Contaminated Land Through Clean Energy Development" (S.P. 622) (L.D. 1591) (1-4) Bill "An Act to Finance Clean Energy and Infrastructure in Maine" (S.P. 638) (L.D. 1606)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY and ordered printed.
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(1-5) Bill "An Act Regarding Visitation Policies for Long-term Care Facilities, Hospice Providers and Hospitals" (S.P. 632) (L.D. 1601)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-6) Bill "An Act to Repeal Certificate of Need Requirements for Health Care Providers" (S.P. 618) (L.D. 1554)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-7) Bill "An Act to Allow an Exception to Immunization Requirements for Health Care Workers for Vaccines Approved Under Emergency Use Authorization" (S.P. 629) (L.D. 1598)
Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-8) Bill "An Act to Create an Outfitter License for Owners and Operators of Hunting, Fishing and Recreation Businesses That Are Not Maine Guides" (S.P. 630) (L.D. 1599)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE and ordered printed.
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(1-9) Bill "An Act to Amend the Pine Tree Development Zone Program" (S.P. 619) (L.D. 1555) (1-10) Bill "An Act to Amend the Terms of the Members of the Maine Space Corporation Board of Directors by Requiring Staggered Terms" (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 637) (L.D. 1605)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESSand ordered printed.
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(1-11) Bill "An Act to Amend the Law Governing Special Motions to Dismiss to Include Workplace and Title IX Claims" (S.P. 623) (L.D. 1592) (1-12) Bill "An Act to Facilitate the Creation of an Aroostook County Drug Treatment Court" (S.P. 627) (L.D. 1596)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY and ordered printed.
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(1-13) Bill "An Act to Stabilize the Pension Funds of the Maine Public Employees Retirement System" (S.P. 639) (L.D. 1607)
Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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(1-14) Bill "An Act to Prevent Student Homelessness" (S.P. 641) (L.D. 1609)
Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Joint Select Committee on HOUSING and ordered printed.
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(1-15) Bill "An Act to Mitigate So-called Forever Chemicals in Decommissioned Schools by Establishing a Fund for Mitigation Projects" (S.P. 617) (L.D. 1553)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT and ordered printed.
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(1-16) Bill "An Act to Exempt the Estates of Veterans Who Were Disabled in the Line of Duty from Property Taxes" (S.P. 626) (L.D. 1595) (1-17) Bill "An Act to Improve Property Tax Relief for Certain Disabled Veterans" (S.P. 631) (L.D. 1600)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TAXATION and ordered printed.
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(1-18) Bill "An Act to Require Disclosure of Campaign Funding Sources" (S.P. 621) (L.D. 1590) (1-19) Bill "An Act to Provide for Voters Expressing Preferences in Ranked-choice Voting" (S.P. 625) (L.D. 1594) (1-20) Resolve, to Establish the Gagetown Harmful Chemical Study Commission (S.P. 628) (L.D. 1597) (1-21) RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Extend the Time That a Signature on a Petition for a Direct Initiative of Legislation Is Valid (S.P. 636) (L.D. 1604)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.
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(1-22) Bill "An Act to Increase Affordable Housing Development" (S.P. 624) (L.D. 1593)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Joint Select Committee on HOUSING and ordered printed.
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