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The House CalendarThe Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives Thursday, May 11, 2023
Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Pastor Tony Maker, Larrabee Baptist Church, Machiasport.
National Anthem by Pihcintu Multicultural Chorus, Portland.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Reading of the Journal of Tuesday, May 9, 2023. _________________________________
(1-1) The following Joint Resolution: (S.P. 776)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MAY 10, 2023 AS NATIONAL GERMAN SHEPHERD DAY
WHEREAS,the German Shepherd is a loyal and intelligent breed of dog that has become a beloved member of many families across the United States; and
WHEREAS, the German Shepherd has played a vital role in law enforcement, military service and search and rescue operations; and
WHEREAS, the breed was first developed in Germany in the late 19th century by CaptainMax von Stephanitz, who envisioned a versatile and capable working dog;and
WHEREAS, National German Shepherd Day was founded in 2011 by Ingrid Birch in memory of her own German Shepherd and therapy dog, Peter George de Corban;and
WHEREAS, the breed is well-loved in Maine, as evidenced by the students of Fort Kent Elementary School, who have expressed their thoughts and support for the German Shepherd as representing the character and spirit of the State; now,therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-first Legislature now assembled in the First Special Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to recognize May 10, 2023 as National German Shepherd Day, and to express our admiration for the character and accomplishments of this breed.
Comes from the Senate, READ and ADOPTED.
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(1-2) The following Joint Resolution: (S.P. 777)
JOINT RESOLUTION DESIGNATING MAY 2023 AS OSTEOPOROSIS AWARENESS AND PREVENTION MONTH
WHEREAS,an estimated 53,000,000 Americans have osteoporosis or low bone mass, and studies suggest that approximately 1 in 2 women and up to 1 in 4 men 50 years of age and older will break a bone due to osteoporosis;and
WHEREAS, approximately 1,800,000 Medicare beneficiaries nationwide suffered approximately 2,100,000 osteoporotic fractures in 2016, and osteoporosis-related bonefractures are responsible for more hospitalizations than heart attacks, strokes or breast cancer; and
WHEREAS, the total annual cost for osteoporotic fractures among Medicare beneficiarieswas $57,000,000,000 in 2018 and is expected without reforms to grow to over $95,000,000,000 in 2040 as the population ages; and
WHEREAS, in Maine, 9,000 Medicare beneficiaries suffered over 10,500 osteoporotic fractures in 2016;and
WHEREAS, an estimated 1,400 Medicare beneficiaries in Maine suffered an initial fracture and then a subsequent fracture in 2016, which resulted in estimated costs of over $26,900,000;and
WHEREAS, osteoporosis and the broken bones it can cause are not part of normal aging,and building strong bones must begin in childhood, with peak bone mass being reached by early adulthood, and care for our bones must continue throughout our lives;and
WHEREAS, osteoporosis is often called a silent disease because it is impossible to feelbones weakening, and breaking a bone is often the first sign of osteoporosis;and
WHEREAS, timely bone health screening and osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment can help prevent fractures that lead to hospitalization and nursing home stays;and
WHEREAS, cost-effective postfracture care that improves care coordination has beendemonstrated to reduce the number of subsequent or repeat fractures, yet is not widely available or properly incentivized by Medicare; and
WHEREAS, it is crucial that we raise awareness about bone health and osteoporosis among the public, health professionals and policy makers; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-first Legislature now assembled in the First Special Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to designate May 2023 as Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month andencourage appropriate health programs and activities with respect to promoting good bone health throughout life and preventing and treating osteoporosis.
Comes from the Senate, READ and ADOPTED.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 165)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
May 8, 2023
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Title 5 MRSA, §20065, I am pleased to appoint Representative Nina Milliken of Blue Hill to the Substance Use Disorder Services Commission, effective immediately.
Representative Milliken will serve on this commission as a member of the House of Representatives who is also a member of the joint standing committee having jurisdiction over criminal justice and public safety matters.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Rachel Talbot Ross Speaker of the House
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.C. 166)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
May 9, 2023
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Title 7, MRSA, Part 23, Ch. 501, §19202.2-B, I am pleased to reappoint Representative Laurie Osher of Orono to the Maine HIV Advisory Committee.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Rachel Talbot Ross Speaker of the House
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (H.C. 167)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
May 9, 2023
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under Title 26, Chapter 49, §3802, I am pleased to reappoint the Honorable Margaret Craven of Lewiston to the Essential Support Workforce Advisory Committee, effective immediately.
If you have any questions regarding this reappointment, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Rachel Talbot Ross Speaker of the House
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(2-4) The Following Communication: (H.C. 163)
CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
May 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:"
Education and Cultural Affairs L.D. 1398 An Act to Increase Teacher Salaries Health and Human Services L.D. 1059 Resolve, to Allow Reimbursement for Remote Ultrasound Procedures and Fetal Nonstress Tests Under MaineCare Housing L.D. 1437 An Act to Address Poverty by Increasing Access to Energy Efficiency and Weatherization Programs Taxation L.D. 533 An Act to Exempt Overtime Pay from Individual Income Tax L.D. 1168 An Act to Adjust Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Rates
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-5) The Following Communication: (H.C. 164)
STATE OF MAINE CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
May 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 Joint Standing Committee on Housing has approved the requests for "Leave to Withdraw" by the following sponsors:
Senator Pouliot of Kennebec L.D. 250 An Act to Improve Housing by Increasing Housing Options
Senator Hickman of Kennebec L.D. 356 An Act to Invest in Construction Industry Workforce Development
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-6) The Following Communication: (H.C. 168)
STATE OF MAINE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL 6 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0006
May 8, 2023
The Honorable Troy D. Jackson, President MAINE STATE SENATE 3 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
The Honorable Rachel Talbot Ross, Speaker MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
The Honorable Mark Lawrence, Senate Chair The Honorable Stanley Paige Zeigler, House Chair COMMITTEE ON ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY 100 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Re: 2020/2021 Attorney General Report to the Legislature Under the Petroleum Market Share Act
Dear President Jackson, Speaker Talbot Ross, Senator Lawrence, and Representative Zeigler:
I am pleased to submit this report in accordance with the Petroleum Market Share Act (PMSA), 10 M.R.S.A. §1677. The PMSA requires the Attorney General to make a report to the Legislature describing the concentration of retail outlets in the State, including a recommendation as to whether additional legislation is needed to further limit or curtail the activity of refiners operating retail outlets.
Enclosed is a report describing concentration of retail outlets in the State. The report, which is based on data collected from wholesalers of both motor fuel oil and home heating oil, includes maps depicting relative concentration in designated markets throughout the State. This report is also available on the Attorney General's website: Office of the Maine AG: Consumer Protection: Antitrust.
Because no refiners of petroleum products operate retail outlets in this State, we recommend no legislation to limit or curtail such operations.
Sincerely,
S/Aaron M. Frey Attorney General
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(2-7) The Following Communication: (S.C. 448)
MAINE SENATE 131st LEGISLATURE
May 9, 2023
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Please be advised the Senate today insisted to its previous action whereby it referred 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) to the Committee on Health and Human Services in non-concurrence.
Best Regards,
S/Darek M. Grant Secretary of the Senate
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(2-8) The Following Communication: (S.C. 449)
MAINE SENATE 131st LEGISLATURE
May 9, 2023
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Please be advised the Senate today insisted to its previous action whereby it accepted the Minority Ought Not to Pass Report from the Committee on Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services on Bill “An Act to Amend the Opioid Education Requirements”(H.P. 838) (L.D. 1323) in non-concurrence.
Best Regards,
S/Darek M. Grant Secretary of the Senate
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PETITIONS, BILLS AND RESOLVES REQUIRING REFERENCE (3-1) Resolve, to Authorize the Exchange of Interest in Certain Lands Owned by the State in Piscataquis County (H.P. 1238) (L.D. 1930)
Sponsored by Representative ARATA of New Gloucester. Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 205. Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRYsuggested and ordered printed.
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(3-2) Bill "An Act to Impose a Moratorium on New Point Source Waste Discharge Licenses on the Lower Presumpscot River" (H.P. 1231) (L.D. 1926)
Sponsored by Representative BELL of Yarmouth. Cosponsored by Representatives: GATTINE of Westbrook, RIELLY of Westbrook, SALISBURY of Westbrook. Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 205. Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-3) Bill "An Act to Clarify and Improve the Laws Relating to the Background Check Center and the Maine Certified Nursing Assistant and Direct Care Worker Registry" (H.P. 1230) (L.D. 1925)
Sponsored by Representative SHAGOURY of Hallowell. Submitted by the Department of Health and Human Services pursuant to Joint Rule 204. Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-4) Bill "An Act to Provide for Enforcement of Snowmobile and All-terrain Vehicle Laws" (H.P. 1229) (L.D. 1924)
Sponsored by Representative DUNPHY of Embden. (BY REQUEST) Cosponsored by Representatives: CRAY of Palmyra, HALL of Wilton, JACKSON of Oxford, POMERLEAU of Standish. Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-5) Bill "An Act to Create the Rural Prosperity Council" (H.P. 1232) (L.D. 1927)
Sponsored by Representative PLUECKER of Warren. (3-6) Bill "An Act to Protect Consumers by Licensing Home Building Contractors" (H.P. 1237) (L.D. 1929)
Sponsored by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook and Representatives: FAY of Raymond, HASENFUS of Readfield, KESSLER of South Portland, LaROCHELLE of Augusta, MASTRACCIO of Sanford, ROEDER of Bangor, SAYRE of Kennebunk, Senator: BAILEY of York.
Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS suggested and ordered printed.
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(4-1) On motion of Representative MASON of Lisbon, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 1233)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MAY 17, 2023 AS WORLD NEUROFIBROMATOSIS AWARENESS DAY
WHEREAS, the Children’s Tumor Foundation is observing May 17, 2023 as World Neurofibromatosis Awareness Day to educate the public about this rare genetic disorder; and
WHEREAS, although over 2 million people around the world are living with neurofibromatosis and one in every 3,000 newborns is diagnosed with neurofibromatosis, it is still is relatively unknown to the public; and
WHEREAS, neurofibromatosis affects all populations equally, regardless of race, ethnicity or gender;and
WHEREAS, neurofibromatosis causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body and also can affect development of the brain, cardiovascular system, bones and skin;and
WHEREAS, the disorder can lead to blindness, deafness, bone abnormalities, disfigurement, learning disabilities, disabling pain and cancer; and
WHEREAS, the Children’s Tumor Foundation leads efforts to promote and financiallysponsor world-class medical research aimed at finding effective treatments and, ultimately, a cure for neurofibromatosis; and
WHEREAS, the Children’s Tumor Foundation is leading the way through innovative andinventive approaches to scientific advancement and improved patient care, revamping systems to accelerate the path from discovery to treatment; and
WHEREAS, the Children’s Tumor Foundation works to improve access to quality patientcare through its national neurofibromatosis clinic network; and
WHEREAS, the Children’s Tumor Foundation provides patient and family support through its information resources, youth programs and community activities;and
WHEREAS, much remains to be done in raising public awareness of neurofibromatosisto help promote early diagnosis, proper management and treatment, prevention ofcomplications and support for research; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-first Legislature now assembled in the First Special Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to recognize May 17, 2023 as World Neurofibromatosis Awareness Day.
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(4-2) On motion of Representative COLLAMORE of Pittsfield, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 1234) (Cosponsored by Representatives: GRIFFIN of Levant, HAGGAN of Hampden, LYMAN of Livermore Falls, SAMPSON of Alfred, WOODSOME of Waterboro)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK, MAY 8, 2023 TO MAY 12, 2023
WHEREAS, Maine’s future depends upon the provision of high-quality education to allstudents;and
WHEREAS, teachers mold future citizens through guidance and education; and
WHEREAS, teachers are among the most dedicated of public servants in the State; and
WHEREAS, it is important to raise public awareness of the contributions of teachers and to promote greater respect for and understanding of the teaching profession; now,therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-first Legislature now assembled in the First Special Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to recognize the week of May 8, 2023 as Teacher Appreciation Week and strongly encourage the citizens of the State to recognize the efforts of teachers in educating the children of their communities and to support teachers in their efforts.
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(4-3) On motion of Representative PERRY of Calais, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 1235)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MAY 2023 AS NATIONAL PHYSICAL FITNESS AND SPORTS MONTH
WHEREAS, every President of the United States since Ronald Reagan and including Joseph Biden has declared May to be National Physical Fitness and Sports Month;and
WHEREAS, the Maine Legislature is committed to supporting a thriving, vibrant and healthier community for residents of all ages and abilities; and
WHEREAS, the Maine Legislature recognizes the importance of providing access to safe and convenient places to be physically active for people regardless of age, gender, race, income, socioeconomic status, disability or geographic location; and
WHEREAS, approximately one in 5 children and 2 in 5 adults in the United States have obesity;and
WHEREAS, one in 2 adults in the United States lives with a chronic disease and about half of this group has 2 or more chronic diseases; and
WHEREAS, about one in 4 young adults in the United States is too overweight to serve in our military;and
WHEREAS, the United States Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend that children and teenagers perform 60 minutes or more of moderate-to-vigorous-intensity physical activity each day and that adults perform at least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity, such as brisk walking;and
WHEREAS, only half of adults and one-quarter of youths in the United States get the recommended amounts of aerobic physical activity they need to help reduce and preventchronic diseases; and
WHEREAS, physical activity is vital for healthy aging and can reduce the burden of chronic diseases and prevent early death; and
WHEREAS, physically active people generally live longer and are at lower risk for serioushealth problems such as heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, obesity and some cancers and, for people with chronic diseases, physical activity can help manage these conditions and complications;and
WHEREAS, physical activity can benefit the workforce because physically active people tend to take fewer sick days; and
WHEREAS, the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is leading Active People, Healthy Nation, a national initiative to help 27 million Americans become more physically active by 2027; and
WHEREAS, communities can support Active People, Healthy Nation by implementing one or more of 7 evidence-based strategies recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to increase physical activity across sectors and settings; and
WHEREAS, building active and walkable communities can help increase levels of retaileconomic activity and employment, increase property values, support neighborhood revitalization and reduce health care costs; and
WHEREAS, walkable communities can improve traffic safety for people who walk, ride bicycles and drive;and
WHEREAS, individual effort alone is insufficient to improve opportunities for people to be physically active, and significant policy, systems and environmental changes are needed to support and protect individual efforts to make healthier choices; and
WHEREAS, it is important to ensure that longtime residents have the opportunity to benefit from increased community investment and that community improvement projects donot result in community displacement; and
WHEREAS, reducing barriers to safe and equitable public spaces for persons of color tobe physically active is important to addressing existing health disparities;and
WHEREAS, every Active People, Healthy Nation strategy can be used to support the goalof equitable and inclusive access to opportunities for physical activity; now,therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That, We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-first Legislature now assembled in the First Special Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to recognize May 2023 as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month; and be it further
RESOLVED: That we recognize that physical activity is one of the best things adults, children and families can do to improve their health and that, in light of the foregoing considerations, we express our support for Active People, Healthy Nation strategies, including those promoting activity-friendly routes to everyday destinations, access to places for physical activity and school and youth programs to increase physical activity before, during and after school.
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(4-4) On motion of Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 1236)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JULY 21, 2023 AS PARK AND RECREATION PROFESSIONALS DAY
WHEREAS, the park and recreation field is a diverse and comprehensive system that improves personal, social, environmental and economic health; and
WHEREAS, the skilled work of park and recreation professionals strengthens community cohesion and resiliency, connects people with nature and one another and provides andpromotes opportunities for healthful living, social equity and environmental sustainability; and
WHEREAS, park and recreation professionals and volunteers perform essential servicesto provide recreational and developmental enrichment for children, youth, adults and older adults and to ensure that our parks and recreational spaces are clean, safe, inclusive, welcoming and ready to use;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 July 21, 2023 as Park and Recreation Professionals Day and torecognize the importance and benefits of park and recreation services that enrich the lives of Maine citizens and help make this State a desirable place to live, work and visit.
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(4-5) On motion of Representative WHITE of Waterville, the following House Order: (H.O. 23)
ORDERED, that Representative Deqa Dhalac of South Portland be excused May 2 for legislative business reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Irene A. Gifford of Lincoln be excused Apr 25 for health reasons and Apr 27 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Daniel J. Hobbs of Wells be excused May 2 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Lucas John Lanigan of Sanford be excused May 2, 3 and 4 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Karen L. Montell of Gardiner be excused May 4 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Kevin J. M. O'Connell of Brewer be excused May 3 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Ambureen Rana of Bangor be excused May 2 for legislative business reasons.
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SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR
In accordance with House Rule 519 and Joint Rule 213, the following items: Recognizing: (5-1) Aubrey Slater, of Waterville, who was named Kennebec Valley Community College Student of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 461)
(5-2) Gabby Roy, of Lewiston, a freshman at Lewiston High School, who was named the All-Region Girls Swimmer of the Year by the Lewiston Sun Journal and who also won the 100-yard Butterfly Event at the Class A State Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 462)
(5-3) Joanne Rankin, of Shapleigh, on her retirement as Town Clerk of the Town of Shapleigh after over 37 years of public service. Ms. Rankin began her career as Town Clerk/Tax Collector/Registrar of Voters in 1985 and was named York County Clerk in 2019 during Clerk Week. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 463)
(5-4) Lisa Newell, of Augusta, who has been named the 2023 Maine Mother of the Year by AmericanMothers. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 464)
(5-5) McKella Ford, of Wilton, who has earned the distinction of being named the 2023 Foster Career and Technical Education Center Student of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 465)
(5-6) Roger Mosley, of Standish, on his retirement as Director of Public Works for the Town of Standish after 37 years of service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 466)
(5-7) Frankie Pierce, of Mars Hill, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Central Aroostook High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 299) Presented by Representative ARDELL of Monticello. Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook.
(5-8) Kira Fitzherbert, of Mars Hill, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2023 graduating class of Central Aroostook High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 300) Presented by Representative ARDELL of Monticello. Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook.
(5-9) Matthew Tinkham, of Lincoln, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Mattanawcook Academy. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 301) Presented by Representative GIFFORD of Lincoln. Cosponsored by Senator TIPPING of Penobscot.
(5-10) Caleb Brown, of Enfield, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Penobscot Valley High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 302) Presented by Representative GIFFORD of Lincoln. Cosponsored by Senator TIPPING of Penobscot.
(5-11) Sydney DeSimone, of Waterboro, a senior at Massabesic 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 303) Presented by Representative WOODSOME of Waterboro. Cosponsored by Senator HARRINGTON of York, Representative SAMPSON of Alfred.
(5-12) Noella M. Pepin, of Winslow, a senior at Winslow 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 304) Presented by Representative CYRWAY of Albion. Cosponsored by Senator LaFOUNTAIN of Kennebec, Representative MADIGAN of Waterville.
(5-13) Luke G. Plummer, of Buxton, a senior at Bonny Eagle 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 305) Presented by Representative CARLOW of Buxton. Cosponsored by Senator BAILEY of York, Representative BLIER of Buxton.
(5-14) Abigail M. St. Cyr, of Jefferson, a senior at Lincoln Academy, 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 306) Presented by Representative POLEWARCZYK of Wiscasset. Cosponsored by Senator RENY of Lincoln.
(5-15) Abigail Therriault, of Peru, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2023 graduating class of Dirigo High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 308) Presented by Representative SCHMERSAL-BURGESS of Mexico. Cosponsored by Senator KEIM of Oxford.
(5-16) Grace Robbins, of Dixfield, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Dirigo High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 309) Presented by Representative SCHMERSAL-BURGESS of Mexico. Cosponsored by Senator KEIM of Oxford.
(5-17) Rhonda Taylor, of Sangerville, on her retirement as President and Chief Executive Officer of Maine Highlands Federal Credit Union after 36 years of service. Ms. Taylor started with the credit union, then known as the Dexter Regional Federal Credit Union, as a drive-up window teller in November 1986 and was promoted to president in November 1989. Under her leadership, the credit union expanded from 2 offices to 6, with branches in Dexter, Guilford, Dover-Foxcroft, Greenville, Brownville and Canaan, and assets grew from $16 million in 1989 to $182 million in 2018. In 2020, she worked with the credit union's board to provide the credit union's largest community donation ever, giving Piscataquis County the funds needed to purchase the former Guilford Key Bank to serve as the new headquarters for the Piscataquis County Sheriff's Patrol and Investigative Divisions. She promoted the credit union's involvement in its communities, volunteering and inspiring employees to do the same in many events, including the credit union's annual "Ending Hunger Campaign," raising funds distributed to area food banks, as well as Dexter Wild West Days, Guilford Riverfest, Dover-Foxcroft Homecoming and the Dexter Red Hot Dog Festival. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 310) Presented by Representative FOSTER of Dexter. Cosponsored by Senator GUERIN of Penobscot, Representative WHITE of Guilford.
(5-18) Annika Katherine King, of Dexter, a senior at Dexter Regional 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 311) Presented by Representative FOSTER of Dexter. Cosponsored by Senator GUERIN of Penobscot.
(5-19) Dennis Kiah, of Brewer, on his induction into the Maine Baseball Hall of Fame. Mr. Kiah, who devoted more than 40 years to teaching, coaching and administration, mostly at Brewer High School, was also inducted into the Maine Principals' Association Hall of Excellence in 2021. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 312) Presented by Representative O'CONNELL of Brewer. Cosponsored by Senator LYFORD of Penobscot, Representative PERRY of Bangor.
(5-20) Jayden Moore, of Portland, who has been named the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Maine Portland Clubhouse Youth of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 314) Presented by Representative COLLINGS of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator CHIPMAN of Cumberland, Senator DUSON of Cumberland, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland, Representative BRENNAN of Portland, Representative CROCKETT of Portland, Representative LOOKNER of Portland, Representative MOONEN of Portland, Representative SKOLD of Portland, Representative ZAGER of Portland.
(5-21) Zachary Holt, of Lee, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Lee Academy. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 315) Presented by Representative QUINT of Hodgdon. Cosponsored by Senator TIPPING of Penobscot.
(5-22) Ethan Linscott, of Lakeville, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2023 graduating class of Lee Academy. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 316) Presented by Representative QUINT of Hodgdon. Cosponsored by Senator TIPPING of Penobscot.
(5-23) Jathaniel Lindsey, of Bancroft Township, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of East Grand High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 317) Presented by Representative QUINT of Hodgdon. Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook.
(5-24) Owen David James Vincent, of Auburn, a senior at Edward Little 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 318) Presented by Representative LIBBY of Auburn. Cosponsored by Senator BRAKEY of Androscoggin, Representative LEE of Auburn, Representative SHAW of Auburn.
(5-25) Damon Wilson, of Windsor, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2023 graduating class of Erskine Academy. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 320) Presented by Representative SMITH of Palermo. Cosponsored by Senator RENY of Lincoln.
(5-26) Samantha M. Philips, of Acton, a senior at Sanford 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 321) Presented by Representative ADAMS of Lebanon. Cosponsored by Senator LIBBY of Cumberland.
(5-27) Jim Bond, of Shapleigh, who has retired after 41 years of service with the Acton Fire Department. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 322) Presented by Representative ADAMS of Lebanon. Cosponsored by Senator LIBBY of Cumberland, Representative LANIGAN of Sanford.
(5-28) Madison Warnock, of Jonesport, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Jonesport-Beals High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 323) Presented by Representative STROUT of Harrington. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.
(5-29) Mallory Alley, of Jonesport, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2023 graduating class of Jonesport-Beals High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 324) Presented by Representative STROUT of Harrington. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.
(5-30) Ronald C. Ramsey, of Harrington, Superintendent of Schools for School Administrative District 37, on his retirement after 38 years of service as an educator. Beginning his career as the migrant teacher at Narraguagus High School, he became one of the school's science teachers in 1985. He became Principal at Harrington Elementary School in 1993 and Superintendent of Schools for School Administrative District 37 in 2010. Mr. Ramsey was instrumental in the formation of the Coastal Washington County Institution of Technology. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 326) Presented by Representative STROUT of Harrington. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.
(5-31) Rachel Mullis, of Dover-Foxcroft, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Foxcroft Academy. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 327) Presented by Representative PERKINS of Dover-Foxcroft. Cosponsored by Senator GUERIN of Penobscot.
(5-32) Aiden Tripp, of Monroe, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2023 graduating class of Mount View High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 328) Presented by Representative HYMES of Waldo. Cosponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo.
(5-33) Rose Reischl, of Fort Fairfield, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Fort Fairfield Middle/High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 329) Presented by Representative BABIN of Fort Fairfield. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-34) Peyton Cyr, of Madawaska, who has earned the distinction of being named the Summa Cum Laude graduate of the 2023 graduating class of Madawaska Middle/High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 330) Presented by Representative ALBERT of Madawaska. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-35) Christopher Tardie, of Washburn, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2023 graduating class of Washburn District High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 331) Presented by Representative GUERRETTE of Caribou. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-36) Lucy Tate, of Washburn, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Washburn District High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 332) Presented by Representative GUERRETTE of Caribou. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-37) Sarah Doore, of Waterville, who has been named the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Waterville Youth of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 333) Presented by Representative WHITE of Waterville. Cosponsored by Senator LaFOUNTAIN of Kennebec, Representative MADIGAN of Waterville.
(5-38) Nesreen Laam, of South Portland, who has been named the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Maine South Portland Clubhouse Youth of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 334) Presented by Representative KESSLER of South Portland. Cosponsored by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland, Representative DHALAC of South Portland, Representative RECKITT of South Portland.
(5-39) the Pihcintu Multicultural Chorus, of Portland, which won the Bronze Award in the Education, Art and Culture Category at the Anthem Awards, an extension of the prestigious Webby Awards presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences. The academy created the Anthem Awards to draw attention to organizations and individuals that help spark global change. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 335) Presented by Representative DHALAC of South Portland. Cosponsored by Senator CHIPMAN of Cumberland, Senator DUSON of Cumberland, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland, Representative BRENNAN of Portland, Representative COLLINGS of Portland, Representative LOOKNER of Portland, Representative MOONEN of Portland, Representative ZAGER of Portland.
In Memory of: (5-40) Joseph Gauld, of Bath. Mr. Gauld was a veteran of the United States Navy. He briefly worked in sales with Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing before beginning a 71-year career in education. He started at New Hampton School in New Hampshire, where he taught mathematics and coached football, basketball and baseball teams. He was inducted into the school's athletic hall of fame twice, once for coaching a total of 39 varsity teams and once for his undefeated 1959 football team. He also worked in the school's administration, including in the positions of director of admissions, director of athletics, chair of the mathematics department and assistant headmaster. He moved to Berwick Academy in 1964 and then founded Hyde School in 1966, where he and the faculty made every effort to put character first. For many years, he had a weekly column in the Maine Sunday Telegram, writing about his experiences and viewpoints. He spearheaded the founding of Hyde public models in New Haven, Connecticut, New York, New York, Orlando, Florida and Washington, D.C., striving to create opportunities for those unable to afford a New England boarding school. In 2016, he received the Sanford McDonnell Award for Lifetime Achievement in Character Education from Character.org. Mr. Gauld will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(SLS 467)
(5-41) Mark Onal Munn, of Athens. Mr. Munn was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He spent many years farming and haying the old Poland homestead, where he made a home for his family. He retired from Oakhurst Dairy and was currently serving as the First Selectman for the Town of Athens. A musician who played banjo, guitar and mandolin, he enjoyed picking with his friends at the Friday night jams in Harmony. Mr. Munn will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(SLS 468)
(5-42) John P. Lemay, of Sanford. Mr. Lemay was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in the 2nd Armored Cavalry in Germany. Mr. Lemay will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends;
(HLS 307) Presented by Representative LANIGAN of Sanford. Cosponsored by Senator HARRINGTON of York, Representative FREDERICKS of Sanford, Representative MASTRACCIO of Sanford.
(5-43) Carter Loren Smith, of Dexter. Mr. Smith spent his life dedicated to protecting the Maine woods. He served as a game warden with the Maine Warden Service from 1970 to 1995. After retiring from the Warden Service, he continued to work several different positions, including at Baxter State Park, at Beal College, where he taught criminal justice, on the state Maine Guide boards, with Maine's Department of Conservation, at the Allagash Wilderness Waterway and on the West Branch of the Penobscot. He finished his career as the manager of Peaks-Kenny State Park. Mr. Smith will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(HLS 313) Presented by Representative FOSTER of Dexter. Cosponsored by Senator GUERIN of Penobscot.
(5-44) Nicholas R. Leibowitz, of Pittsfield, a veteran of the United States Air Force. Mr. Leibowitz will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends;
(HLS 319) Presented by Representative COLLAMORE of Pittsfield. Cosponsored by Senator FARRIN of Somerset.
(5-45) George V. Hall, of Windham, founder of Hall Implement Company. Mr. Hall will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(HLS 325) Presented by Representative BAGSHAW of Windham. Cosponsored by Senator NANGLE of Cumberland, Representative PRINGLE of Windham.
(5-46) the Honorable Rosaire "Ross" Paradis, Jr., of Madawaska. A teacher for 36 years, Mr. Paradis was the first male teacher hired at l'Academie Notre Dame de la Sagesse in Ste-Agathe, a boarding school for women and public school, where he coached sports and worked as a teacher of English, French and Latin. He later taught at Madawaska Middle-High School, chairing the language department. He was elected to serve in the Maine House of Representatives in 2000, serving in the 120th Legislature, and was reelected to serve in the 121st and 122nd Legislatures. In the Legislature, he served on the leaves of absence, transportation and criminal justice and public safety committees. He was a strong advocate for and champion of Maine's large Franco-American population and emphasized the preservation of the French language and culture. He co-founded Le Club Francais and was president of the Association of French-speaking Parliamentarians, an international group dedicated to democracy and justice in over 30 nations where French is either the primary language or a prominent 2nd language. For his efforts, he was inducted into Maine's Franco-American Hall of Fame. He also was a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus. Mr. Paradis will be long remembered and sadly missed by his wife of nearly 53 years, Judy, his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(HLS 336) Presented by Representative ALBERT of Madawaska. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
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Divided Report (6-1) Majority Report of the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Authorize State Political Parties to Opt Out of Ranked-choice Voting for Primary Elections" (S.P. 327) (L.D. 768) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-68) on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASSReport READ and ACCEPTED.
_________________________________ (6-2) Majority Report of the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Prohibit Ballot Harvesting by Preventing a 3rd Person from Returning More than 2 Absentee Ballots per Day" (S.P. 329) (L.D. 770) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASSReport READ and ACCEPTED.
_________________________________ (6-3) Five Members of the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS report in Report "A" Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-72) on Bill "An Act to Eliminate the Limits on Candidates' Speech at the Polls" (S.P. 308) (L.D. 750)
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Four Members of the same Committee report in Report "B" Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (S-73) on same Bill.
Signed: Senators: Representatives: Four Members of the same Committee report in Report "C" Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
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Comes from the Senate with Report "C" OUGHT NOT TO PASSREAD and ACCEPTED.
_________________________________ (6-4) Majority Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass on Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Chapter 117: Rule Regarding the Duties of School Counselors and School Social Workers, a Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Education (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 245) (L.D. 394) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-115) on same Resolve.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-5) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Strengthen Protections of Persons After a Maine Human Rights Commission Investigation Finds No Reasonable Grounds Exist to Believe Unlawful Discrimination Occurred" (H.P. 614) (L.D. 967) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-116) on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Representative DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports the Minority Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-116) Report. _________________________________ (6-6) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Clarify Deadlines in the Freedom of Access Act and Disclosure Provisions in the Intelligence and Investigative Record Information Act" (H.P. 763) (L.D. 1203) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-117) on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Representative DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports the Minority Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-117) Report. _________________________________ (6-7) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass on Bill "An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Right To Know Advisory Committee Concerning Public Records Exceptions" (H.P. 767) (L.D. 1207) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Representative: Representative DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports the Majority Ought to Pass Report. _________________________________ 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. 249) (L.D. 581) Bill "An Act to Assist Municipal Shellfish Conservation Programs" Committee on MARINE RESOURCES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-63) (7-2) (H.P. 457) (L.D. 688) Bill "An Act to Protect Access to Veterinary Care by Prohibiting Noncompete Agreements" Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING reporting Ought to Pass (7-3) (H.P. 778) (L.D. 1230) Resolve, Directing the Maine Public Employees Retirement System to Study the Creation of an Interstate Compact Concerning the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING reporting Ought to Pass (7-4) (H.P. 111) (L.D. 170) Bill "An Act to Clarify the Authority of the Director of the Real Estate Commission to Dismiss Certain Claims That Do Not Allege Violations of Law or Rules" Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-113) (7-5) (H.P. 146) (L.D. 225) Bill "An Act to Expand the Reimbursement to Hospitals for Days Awaiting Placement in Facilities" Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-118) (7-6) (H.P. 804) (L.D. 1256) Bill "An Act to Increase Access to Oral Health Care by Expanding the Maine Dental Education Loan Program" Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-114)
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Pursuant to the Constitution
(10-1) Resolve, Authorizing the Director of the Bureau of Parks and Lands Within the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry to Lease Certain Land Within Somerset County (H.P. 860) (L.D. 1346)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed. In accordance with the provisions of Section 23 of Article IX of the Constitution, a two-thirds vote of all the members elected to the House necessary.
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Acts (10-2) An Act to Improve Coastal Sand Dune Restoration Projects (H.P. 295) (L.D. 478) (10-3) An Act to Change the Notification Law for School Truancy (H.P. 408) (L.D. 631) (10-4) An Act to Allow the Local Foods Fund for Public Schools to Be Used for Processed and Value-added Maine Food Products (S.P. 392) (L.D. 921)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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Resolves (10-5) Resolve, Directing the Maine Community College System to Study Providing On-campus Housing on All Campuses (H.P. 519) (L.D. 830) (10-6) Resolve, Directing the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry to Conduct an Accessibility Study of All Maine State Parks and Historic Sites and to Develop a Plan to Remove Access Barriers (S.P. 407) (L.D. 988)
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. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Shawn Vincent, of Auburn (HLS 238)
TABLED - April 12, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative ARATA of New Gloucester. PENDING - PASSAGE.
9. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-31) - Minority (5) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES on RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Establish a Right to a Clean and Healthy Environment (H.P. 575) (L.D. 928)
TABLED - April 12, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
10. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (11) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (1) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-52) - Committee on TRANSPORTATION on Bill "An Act to Protect Vehicle Buyers by Limiting Vehicle Document Preparation Fees" (H.P. 416) (L.D. 639)
TABLED - April 25, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
11. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-57) - Minority (3) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act to Require All Candidates for Any State or County Office to Follow the Same Rules for Submission of Signatures Regarding Deadlines and the Number of Signatures" (H.P. 704) (L.D. 1108)
TABLED - April 25, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative SUPICA of Bangor. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
12. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (10) Ought to Pass - Minority (3) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT on Bill "An Act to Validate Certain Proceedings Authorizing the Issuance of Bonds and Notes by the City of Rockland" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 573) (L.D. 917)
TABLED - April 27, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - Motion of Representative STOVER of Boothbay to ACCEPT the Majority OUGHT TO PASS Report.
13. Joint Order, Propounding Questions to the Supreme Judicial Court Regarding the Processing of Citizen-initiated Legislation (H.P. 1158)
TABLED - April 27, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - PASSAGE.
14. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A" (9) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-88) - Report "B" (2) Ought to Pass - Report "C" (2) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on JUDICIARY on Bill "An Act to Prohibit Marriage of Any Person Under 18 Years of Age" (H.P. 276) (L.D. 443)
TABLED - May 2, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF ANY REPORT.
15. Expression of Legislative Sentiment in Memory of Joann Grohman, of Carthage. (HLS 264)
TABLED - May 3, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative HALL of Wilton. PENDING - ADOPTION.
16. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Deanna Tabor, of Lewiston (HLS 290)
TABLED - May 4, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative CRAVEN of Lewiston. PENDING - PASSAGE.
17. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Dillon Elliott, of West Gardiner (HLS 291)
TABLED - May 4, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - PASSAGE.
18. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-103) - Minority (5) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES on Bill "An Act to Improve the Health of Maine Residents by Removing Exclusions to the MaineCare Program" (H.P. 123) (L.D. 199)
TABLED - May 9, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative MEYER of Eliot. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
19. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-104) - Minority (5) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on TAXATION on Bill "An Act to Provide Qualifying Municipalities a Percentage of Adult Use Cannabis Sales and Excise Tax Revenues" (H.P. 56) (L.D. 88)
TABLED - May 9, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative CLOUTIER of Lewiston. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
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1. Joint Order, Regarding the Legislature's Ability to Act on Certain Direct Initiatives (S.P. 768)
- In Senate, READ and PASSED. TABLED - May 9, 2023 by Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland. (Pursuant to House Rule 513) PENDING - PASSAGE.
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(1-1) Bill "An Act to Authorize a Supplemental Benefit Relief Payment" (S.P. 782) (L.D. 1920)
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 Amend the Laws Regarding State-chartered Credit Unions" (S.P. 783) (L.D. 1921)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-3) Bill "An Act to Designate a State Wildlife Sanctuary at Blue Hill Falls" (S.P. 781) (L.D. 1919)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE and ordered printed.
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(1-4) Bill "An Act to Modernize Maine's Business Incentive Programs by Creating the Dirigo Business Incentives Program and Eliminating Certain Other Tax Incentive Programs" (S.P. 780) (L.D. 1918)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESSand ordered printed.
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(1-5) Bill "An Act to Allow Bargaining Agents for Public Sector Unions to Merge" (S.P. 784) (L.D. 1922)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING and ordered printed.
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(1-6) Bill "An Act to Provide for Licensing of and Tax Collection from Remote Retail Sellers of Pipe Tobacco and Premium Cigars" (S.P. 785) (L.D. 1923)
Committee on TAXATION suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-7) Bill "An Act to Protect Maine Taxpayers from Unconstitutional Federal Expenditures" (S.P. 786) (L.D. 1928)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TAXATION and ordered printed.
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(1-1) The following Joint Order: (S.P. 787)
ORDERED, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at 10:00 in the morning, or until the call of the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House, respectively.
Comes from the Senate, READ and PASSED.
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