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The House CalendarThe Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives Thursday, June 1, 2023
Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Pastor Ronald Stevens, Dexter Pentecostal Church.
National Anthem by Ronald Stevens, Dexter.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Reading of the Journal of Tuesday, May 30, 2023. _________________________________
(1-1) Bill "An Act to Direct the Maine Criminal Justice Academy to Develop a Nonresidential Law Enforcement Training Program" (H.P. 442) (L.D. 673)
Majority (11) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY READ and ACCEPTED in the House on May 25, 2023.
Comes from the Senate with the Minority (2) OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-217) in NON-CONCURRENCE.
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(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 191)
CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
June 1, 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:"
Criminal Justice and Public Safety L.D. 326 An Act to Improve Recruitment and Retention of First Responders L.D. 799 An Act to Fund Patrol Positions for the Penobscot County Sheriff's Office L.D. 823 An Act to Reimburse the Town of Charleston for Expenses Related to the Mountain View Correctional Facility Education and Cultural Affairs L.D. 618 An Act to Eliminate Critical Race Theory, Social and Emotional Learning and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion from School Curricula L.D. 809 An Act to Allow Regional School Units with School Choice to Opt Out of School Choice L.D. 897 An Act Regarding the University of Maine System Hiring Practices L.D. 1370 An Act to Simplify the School Budget Validation Process L.D. 1838 An Act to Create the Empowerment Scholarship Account Program Environment and Natural Resources L.D. 54 An Act to Require Compliance with Natural or Agricultural Resource Protection Ordinances L.D. 1433 An Act to Exclude Pegmatites from the Definition of "Metallic Mineral" L.D. 1476 An Act to Amend the Definition of "Metallic Mineral" in the Maine Metallic Mineral Mining Act L.D. 1508 An Act to Ensure a Strategic Approach to Maine's Energy Transition by Imposing a Moratorium on Lithium Mining L.D. 1564 An Act to Eliminate Metallic Mineral Mining Activities Without a Permit L.D. 1839 An Act to Study a Permitting Process for and Establish a Moratorium on Certain Tall Structures Health and Human Services L.D. 73 An Act to Require Bottled Water Companies to Monitor for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances L.D. 785 An Act to Create Accountability Within the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Child and Family Services L.D. 1187 An Act to Protect Inpatient Psychiatric Services in Northern Maine by Preserving the Current Reimbursement Rate Judiciary L.D. 1574 An Act to Create Rent Stabilization and Amend the Laws Regarding Termination of Tenancy and Rent Increase Limitations L.D. 1731 An Act Regarding Confidentiality of Juvenile History Record Information State and Local Government L.D. 1195 An Act to Provide That Documents Obtained by Subpoena by the Government Oversight Committee May Be Reviewed by Committee Members and Staff L.D. 1738 An Act to Create Lodging for Legislators L.D. 1744 An Act to Strengthen Accountability in Rulemaking by Providing for Legislative Oversight L.D. 1840 An Act to Reform the State's Administrative and Rule-making Procedures L.D. 1885 RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Improve Representation by Simplifying Legislative Redistricting for the Maine House of Representatives Transportation L.D. 842 An Act to Strengthen the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority by Inviting Participation on the Board of Directors by and Negotiating for Funding from the State of New Hampshire and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts L.D. 862 An Act to Move Jurisdiction over Railroad Lines from the Department of Transportation to an Independent Rail Authority
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.C. 192)
STATE OF MAINE CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
June 1, 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 Energy, Utilities and Technology has approved the request by the sponsor, Senator Grohoski of Hancock, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 1388 An Act to Protect Utility Customers and Improve Disclosure of Political and Advertising Spending by Public Utilities and Their Affiliates
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Marine Resources has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Golek of Harpswell, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 1618 Resolve, to Convene a Lobster Industry Working Group
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Veterans and Legal Affairs has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Perry of Bangor, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 680 An Act Examining On-premises Liquor License Requirements
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (S.C. 558)
MAINE SENATE 131ST LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
May 25, 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 Increase the Transfer Fees on Petroleum Products and Direct the Proceeds to Efficiency Programs for Low-income Energy Consumers and Financial Assistance to Low-income Utility Ratepayers and Prevent Profiteering in and Hoarding of Fuel” (H.P. 1223) (L.D. 1907) to the Committee on Innovation, Development, Economic Advancement and Business in non-concurrence.
Best Regards,
S/Darek M. Grant Secretary of the Senate
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(2-4) The Following Communication: (S.C. 559)
MAINE SENATE 131ST LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
May 30, 2023
Honorable Rachel Talbot Ross Speaker of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0002
Dear Speaker Talbot Ross:
In accordance with 3 M.R.S.A. §158 and Joint Rule 506 of the 131st Maine Legislature, please be advised that the Senate today confirmed the following nomination:
Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services, Linda J. Conti, Esquire of Augusta for appointment as the Superintendent, Bureau of Consumer Credit Protection.
Best Regards,
S/Darek M. Grant Secretary of the Senate
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(2-5) The Following Communication: (S.C. 560)
MAINE SENATE 131ST LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
May 30, 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 Engrossed 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) in non-concurrence.
Best Regards,
S/Darek M. Grant Secretary of the Senate
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(2-6) The Following Communication: (S.C. 561)
MAINE SENATE 131ST LEGISLATURE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
May 30, 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 State and Local Government on Bill “An Act to Ensure That the Will of the Voters Is Reflected in Interim Appointments of United States Senators” (H.P. 713) (L.D. 1117) in non-concurrence.
Best Regards,
S/Darek M. Grant Secretary of the Senate
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(4-1) On motion of Representative DOUDERA of Camden, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 1286) (Cosponsored by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland and Representatives: ARFORD of Brunswick, BELL of Yarmouth, CLOUTIER of Lewiston, DODGE of Belfast, MILLETT of Cape Elizabeth, SALISBURY of Westbrook, ZAGER of Portland, Senator: BEEBE-CENTER of Knox)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JUNE 2, 2023 AS NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS DAY
WHEREAS,every day, more than 120 Americans are killed by gun violence and more than 200 are shot and wounded, with an average of more than 17,000 gun homicides every year; and
WHEREAS, Americans are 26 times more likely to die by gun homicide than people in other high-income countries; and
WHEREAS, protecting public safety in the communities they serve is among Legislators’ highest responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, support for the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens goes handin hand with keeping guns away from people who should not have them;and
WHEREAS, gun violence prevention is more important than ever as we see an increase in firearm homicides, nonfatal shootings across the country, increased calls to domestic violence hotlines and an increase in city gun violence; and
WHEREAS, in January 2013, Hadiya Pendleton was tragically shot and killed at 15 years of age, and on June 2, 2023 people across the United States will wear orange to recognize National Gun Violence Awareness Day, Hadiya Pendleton and other victims of gun violence and the loved ones of those victims and to raise awareness about gun violence; and
WHEREAS, the idea of wearing orange was inspired by a group of Hadiya Pendleton’sfriends, who chose that color because hunters wear orange to announce themselves to other hunters when in the woods and because orange is a color that symbolizes the value of human life;and
WHEREAS, the Legislature is committed to reducing gun violence and encouraging responsible gun ownership to help keep our families and communities safe; 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 June 2, 2023 as National Gun Violence Awareness Day, to honor and remember all victims and survivors of gun violence and to encourage all citizens to support their communities’efforts to prevent the tragic effects of gun violence and to honor and value human lives.
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(4-2) On motion of Representative RANA of Bangor, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 1283) (Cosponsored by Senator DUSON of Cumberland and Representatives: ABDI of Lewiston, DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe, DHALAC of South Portland, Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland, Senators: BALDACCI of Penobscot, HICKMAN of Kennebec)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MAY 2023 AS ASIAN AMERICAN, NATIVE HAWAIIAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER MONTH
WHEREAS, the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander community is an inherently diverse population, composed of more than 45 distinct ethnicities and more than 100 language dialects, and its members have different experiences, histories and cultures;and
WHEREAS, within the Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander community there is intersectionality among those who are multiracial, adopted and first generation;and
WHEREAS, the story of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders in theUnited States is an inextricable part of the history of the United States;and
WHEREAS, the first Asian communities to settle in the State were Chinese families in thelate 1850s;and
WHEREAS, in the 1970s and 1980s, many Cambodian, Laotian and Vietnamese families immigrated to the State, escaping the upheaval of the Vietnam War and escaping persecution and the Cambodian Genocide conducted by Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge;and
WHEREAS, the numbers of people who identify as Asian in the State have increased significantly each decade, doubling from 1990 to 2000, increasing by 33% from 2000 to 2009 and increasing by 23.8% for those who identify as Asian alone and by 82.2% for those who identify as Asian in combination from 2010 to 2020; and
WHEREAS, Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders are playing a significant role in the State’s labor force and are employed in all sectors of the State’s economy, including work in high-tech industries, service industries, the financial sector, government, health care, biomedical research, public schools and higher education, and Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders in the State have high civic participation and voter turnout rates;and
WHEREAS, Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders have made significant contributions to the United States at all levels of the Federal Government and in the United States Armed Forces; and
WHEREAS, the month of May was selected to honor Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders because the first Japanese immigrants arrived in the United States on May 7, 1843 and the first transcontinental railroad was completed on May 10, 1869 with substantial contributions from Chinese immigrants; and
WHEREAS, nationwide, there was a 167% increase in hate crimes against Asians from 2020 to 2021;and
WHEREAS, there remains much to be done to ensure that Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders have access to resources and a voice in the government of the United States and the State and continue to advance in the political landscape; 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 Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Month and pay tribute to the contributions of generations of Asian Americans, NativeHawaiians and Pacific Islanders who have enriched the history of the State and the United States.
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(4-3) On motion of Representative WHITE of Waterville, the following House Order: (H.O. 27)
ORDERED, that Representative Caldwell Jackson of Oxford be excused May 11 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative H. Sawin Millett Jr. of Waterford be excused May 18 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Melanie F. Sachs of Freeport be excused May 11 and 18 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Kathy A. Shaw of Auburn be excused May 25 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Stephen J. Wood of Greene be excused May 18 for personal reasons.
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SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR
In accordance with House Rule 519 and Joint Rule 213, the following items: Recognizing: (5-1) Gary Herrick, of Auburn, a teacher at Robert V. Connors Elementary School, who is retiring after over 20 years of service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 560)
(5-2) Faye Jean, of Monmouth, a teacher at Robert V. Connors Elementary School, who is retiring after over 20 years of service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 561)
(5-3) Austin Culleton, of Turner, who has been named the Turner Rescue Employee of the Year for 2022. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 562)
(5-4) Chadwick Fuller, of Hodgdon, a sergeant with the Maine State Police, who is retiring after 25 years of public service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 563)
(5-5) the Morse High School Girls Swim Team, of Bath, which won the Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Class B Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 564)
(5-6) the Morse High School Boys Swim Team, of Bath, which won the Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Class B Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 565)
(5-7) Dash Farrell, of Topsham, who won the 150-pound Wrestling Event at the Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Class A North Boys Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 566)
(5-8) the Mt. Ararat High School Boys Indoor Track Team, of Topsham, which placed second at the Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Class A Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 567)
(5-9) Shea Farrell, of Topsham, who won the 170-pound Wrestling Event at the Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Class A North Boys Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 568)
(5-10) Sawyer Wright, of Bath, a student at Morse High School, who won the 200 Freestyle and 500 Freestyle Events at the Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Class B Boys Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 569)
(5-11) Elena Trundy, of Bath, a student at Morse High School, who won the 200 Freestyle and 100 Butterfly Events at the Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Class B Girls Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 570)
(5-12) Brady Chubbuck, of Woolwich, a student at Morse High School, who won the 200 Individual Medley and 100 Breaststroke Events at the Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Class B Boys Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 571)
(5-13) Andrew Leighton, of Woolwich, a student at Morse High School, who was named Co-Swimmer of the Meet at the Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference Class B Boys Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 572)
(5-14) Betti Curran, of Topsham, with Coastal Maine Great Dane Rescue, who has been recognized as an Outstanding Woman of 2023 by Coast 93.1 and Hannaford. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 573)
(5-15) Brandon Duras, of Bath, Brunswick High School's Instrumental Music Director, who was named one of the Nation's Top 40 Music Educators under 40 years of age by Yamaha Music USA, the only Maine educator to make the "40 under 40" list. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 574)
(5-16) Carter Roughton, of Saco, a member of Troop No. 371, who has attained the high rank and distinction of Eagle Scout. This is the highest award in Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 577)
(5-17) the Waterfront Alliance, of South Portland, which received the Santo "Sam" DiPietro Community Impact Award at the City of South Portland 2022 Business and Economic Development Awards Ceremony. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 578)
(5-18) Ainsley Fremont, of Cape Elizabeth, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2023 graduating class of Cape Elizabeth High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 579)
(5-19) Lydia Branson, of Cape Elizabeth, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Cape Elizabeth High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 580)
(5-20) Madeline Churchill, of South Portland, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2023 graduating class of South Portland High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 581)
(5-21) Petros Engelhardt, of South Portland, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of South Portland High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 582)
(5-22) Bill Ridge, of South Portland, a social studies and Latin teacher at Holy Cross School, who was named the 2023 Maine Catholic Schools Teacher of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 583)
(5-23) James Huebener, of Cape Elizabeth, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 584)
(5-24) Nelson Metal Fabrication, Inc., of South Portland, which was named the South Portland Small Business of the Year at the City of South Portland 2022 Business and Economic Development Awards Ceremony. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 585)
(5-25) Judith Borelli, of South Portland, who received the Heart of South Portland Award at the City of South Portland 2022 Business and Economic Development Awards Ceremony. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 586)
(5-26) ShipRight, of South Portland, which was named the South Portland Business of the Year at the City of South Portland 2022 Business and Economic Development Awards Ceremony. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 587)
(5-27) Southern Maine Community College, of South Portland, which was named the South Portland Business Leader of the Year at the City of South Portland 2022 Business and Economic Development Awards Ceremony. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 588)
(5-28) Lincoln and Main Electric Bike Cafe and Winery, of South Portland, which was named the South Portland New Business of the Year at the City of South Portland 2022 Business and Economic Development Awards Ceremony. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 589)
(5-29) High Tide Organic, of South Portland, which received the South Portland Sustainability Award at the City of South Portland 2022 Business and Economic Development Awards Ceremony. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 590)
(5-30) Arnaud Sioho, of South Portland, who won the Long Jump, Triple Jump and 400 Meter Junior Division Events at the Southwestern Maine Activities Association Indoor Track Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 591)
(5-31) Enoque De Dieu, Gavin Nicholson, Arnaud Sioho and Matthew Berry, of South Portland, who won the 800 Meter Relay Junior Division Event at the Southwestern Maine Activities Association Indoor Track Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 592)
(5-32) Brady Edwards, of South Portland, who won the 55 Meter Hurdles Junior Division Event at the Southwestern Maine Activities Association Indoor Track Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 593)
(5-33) Gavin Nicholson, of South Portland, runner-up in the Long Jump Event at the Southwestern Maine Activities Association Indoor Track Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 594)
(5-34) Enoque De Dieu, of South Portland, runner-up in the Triple Jump Junior Division Event at the Southwestern Maine Activities Association Indoor Track Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 595)
(5-35) the South Portland High School Boys Indoor Track Team, which won the Southwestern Maine Activities Association Indoor Track Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 596)
(5-36) Hadley Mahoney, of Cape Elizabeth, a student at Cape Elizabeth High School, who was the runner-up in the 200 Freestyle Event at the Class B Girls State Swimming and Diving Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 597)
(5-37) Cookie Mahoney, of Cape Elizabeth, a student at Cape Elizabeth High School, who won the 200 Individual Medley and the 100 Freestyle Events at the Class B Girls State Swimming and Diving Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 598)
(5-38) Hope Taylor, of Cape Elizabeth, a student at Cape Elizabeth High School, who won the 500 Freestyle Event and was the runner-up in the 200 Individual Medley Event at the Class B Girls State Swimming and Diving Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 599)
(5-39) Lucy Shaw, of Cape Elizabeth, a student at Cape Elizabeth High School, who won the 200 Freestyle Event and was the runner-up in the 100 Freestyle Event at the Class B Girls State Swimming and Diving Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 600)
(5-40) the Cape Elizabeth High School Cape Robotics H Team, which won the Amaze Award and was a Tournament Finalist at the 2023 Maine Vex Robotics State Championship, qualifying for the World Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 601)
(5-41) the Cape Elizabeth High School Hot Pink Chili Peppers Team, which won the Energy Award at the 2023 Maine Vex Robotics State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 602)
(5-42) the Cape Elizabeth High School FrostByte Team, which was a Tournament Finalist at the 2023 Maine Vex Robotics State Championship, qualifying for the World Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 603)
(5-43) Stephen D. Richard, of Presque Isle, on his retirement from Central Aroostook Association. Mr. Richard began his career at Central Aroostook Association in 1975 and has been serving as the Executive Director since 1976. He has been recognized as the driving force for over 50 years for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We extend our appreciation and best wishes;
(SLS 604)
(5-44) Faith Connolly, of Gorham, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Gorham High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 605)
(5-45) Matthew Fagerlund, of Scarborough, who won the Tyler Technologies 2023 Maine App Challenge with his app, GiRAPHER. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 606)
(5-46) Rachel Cummings, of Gorham, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2023 graduating class of Gorham High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 607)
(5-47) Abigail Hews, of Scarborough, who placed 2nd at the Tyler Technologies 2023 Maine App Challenge with her app, Resume Roulette. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 608)
(5-48) Yulia Buturlia, of Scarborough, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Scarborough High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 609)
(5-49) My Teen Place Center, of Westbrook, which is celebrating 25 years of service to Maine's youth. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 610)
(5-50) Simon Webber, of Westbrook, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2023 graduating class of Westbrook High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 611)
(5-51) Elizabeth Littell, of Portland, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Portland High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 612)
(5-52) Carter Amico, of Westbrook, for winning a position on the USA Hockey's 2023-2024 Under-17 Team, one of only 4 Maine hockey players in the past 25 years to be chosen to play with the national developmental squad. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 613)
(5-53) Hannah Smart, of Portland, who has earned the distinction of being named Salutatorian of the 2023 graduating class of Portland High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 614)
(5-54) Remington O. "Ted" Schmidt, of Peaks Island, who is celebrating his 80th birthday on June 4, 2023. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 615)
(5-55) the Cape Elizabeth High School Boys Alpine Ski Team, which was the runner-up at the Class B State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 616)
(5-56) the Honorable Joe Rafferty, of Kennebunk, Maine State Senator representing Senate District 34, on his retirement from coaching the Kennebunk High School football team after 44 years. He coached the team to a state championship in 1991 and three other state finals, with a 217-184 record overall. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 141) Presented by Representative SAYRE of Kennebunk. Cosponsored by Senator INGWERSEN of York, Representative GERE of Kennebunkport, Representative PARRY of Arundel.
(5-57) the Town of Rockport, which is celebrating its inaugural Rockport Donut Festival. Rockport was home to the creator of the donut with a hole in it, Captain Hanson Crockett Gregory. One account that survives tells of the then-15-year-old sailor, who like other seamen of his day ate blobs of ship-cooked lard-fried dough called "dough-nuts." As the centers of these blobs were often raw and indigestible, on June 22, 1847, the young sailor had the idea to cut a hole in the middle. The nicely fried doughnut with a handy hole proved to be so popular that Hanson's mother started selling them around town. In 1947, the 100th anniversary of his invention, a small monument was erected at his birthplace, spelling his invention "donut." We extend our best wishes to the Town of Rockport for a successful festival;
(HLS 386) Presented by Representative DOUDERA of Camden. Cosponsored by Senator BEEBE-CENTER of Knox.
(5-58) the Bucksport High School FIRST Robotics Team, Team 6329, which placed 3rd at the 2023 World Championship competition. Team 6329 was one of 619 finalists out of approximately 3,300 teams from 23 countries. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 398) Presented by Representative RUSSELL of Verona Island. Cosponsored by Senator LYFORD of Penobscot.
(5-59) the Honorable Jay McCreight, of Harpswell, who has received the National Distinguished Advocacy Award from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 410) Presented by Representative GOLEK of Harpswell. Cosponsored by Senator DAUGHTRY of Cumberland.
(5-60) John MacDonald, of Pownal, who is retiring as a Game Warden Corporal with the Maine Warden Service after 25 years of public service. Warden MacDonald started his career in Division A as Deputy Game Warden and worked in both York County and Freeport. As Corporal he managed several technical and public information projects, developed the first wildlife conflict program and served as project manager for the reality television series "North Woods Law." He served on Critical Incident Stress Management teams and as an Emergency Vehicle Operators Course Instructor for the Maine Criminal Justice Academy. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 411) Presented by Representative GRAHAM of North Yarmouth. Cosponsored by Senator DAUGHTRY of Cumberland, Representative GALLETTA of Durham.
(5-61) Hancock Lumber Company, of Casco, which is celebrating its 175th Anniversary. The company was started on October 4, 1848 and has been passed down through 7 generations, and it was recognized by Family Business Magazine as the 71st-oldest family business in the United States. There are currently over 700 employees at 11 lumber yards, 4 sawmills and 6 kitchen design locations throughout Maine and New Hampshire. Hancock Lumber Company is a 9-time recipient of the Best Place to Work in Maine award and is a steward for Maine's forests, producing lumber in a environmentally sustainable fashion. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 412) Presented by Representative COPELAND of Saco. Cosponsored by Senator BAILEY of York, Senator NANGLE of Cumberland, Representative FAY of Raymond.
(5-62) the Freeport High School Esports Team, which won the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Esports Maine State Championship. Members of the team include Jayden Lilly, Elijah McClelland, Charlie Mellin and Jared Mckenney and coach Brandon Cass. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 413) Presented by Representative SACHS of Freeport. Cosponsored by Senator DAUGHTRY of Cumberland.
(5-63) Dillon Elliott, of West Gardiner, who has been named the Boys and Girls Clubs of Maine State Youth of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 414) Presented by Representative SHAGOURY of Hallowell. Cosponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec, Representative MONTELL of Gardiner.
(5-64) the Honorable Roger A. Jackson, of Oxford, to whom the Town of Oxford has dedicated its Town Report in recognition of his many contributions to his community. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 415) Presented by Representative JACKSON of Oxford. Cosponsored by Senator BENNETT of Oxford.
(5-65) Wyatt Joseph Stanley, of Medway, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Schenck High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 416) Presented by Representative JAVNER of Chester. Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook.
(5-66) Cody Briggs, of Millinocket, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Stearns Junior/Senior High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 417) Presented by Representative JAVNER of Chester. Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook.
(5-67) Charlotte Hartt, of Mount Chase, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Katahdin Middle/High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 418) Presented by Representative JAVNER of Chester. Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook.
(5-68) Kenzie Hodgkins, of Houlton, who has earned the distinction of being named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class of Houlton Middle/High School. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 419) Presented by Representative SWALLOW of Houlton. Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook.
(5-69) Summer Rogers, of Freeport, a 9th grade student at Freeport High School, who won the Donate Life High School Poster Contest, sponsored by New England Donor Services, for creating a poster about organ and tissue donation awareness. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 420) Presented by Representative SACHS of Freeport. Cosponsored by Senator DAUGHTRY of Cumberland.
(5-70) Mia Levesque, of Freeport, a 10th grade student at Freeport High School, who placed 2nd in the Donate Life High School Poster Contest, sponsored by New England Donor Services, for creating a poster about organ and tissue donation awareness. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 421) Presented by Representative SACHS of Freeport. Cosponsored by Senator DAUGHTRY of Cumberland.
(5-71) Taryn Curry, of Freeport, an 11th grade student at Freeport High School, who placed 3rd in the Donate Life High School Poster Contest, sponsored by New England Donor Services, for creating a poster about organ and tissue donation awareness. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 422) Presented by Representative SACHS of Freeport. Cosponsored by Senator DAUGHTRY of Cumberland.
(5-72) the Summa Cum Laude students of the 2023 graduating class of Freeport High School: Janelle Bernier, William Dunham, Lilian Gillis, Mia Hornschild-Bear, Cora Huot, Ava Klein, Kira Miller, Devin Ricker, Lauren Roussel, Jillian Wight, Kendra Williams and Piper Williams. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 423) Presented by Representative SACHS of Freeport. Cosponsored by Senator DAUGHTRY of Cumberland, Representative GALLETTA of Durham.
In Memory of: (5-73) Ann McGowan, of Pittsfield, a former managing editor at the Morning Sentinel and a member of the Maine Press Association Hall of Fame. Mrs. McGowan was considered a trailblazer for female journalists in Maine, having entered the field in the early 1960s, when newsroom positions were long filled by men. She worked for more than 35 years at the Morning Sentinel in a variety of roles, including correspondent, features writer, columnist and editorial page editor, before being named managing editor in the early 1990s, the first woman to hold the top editorial position at the Morning Sentinel and one of the first for a daily newspaper in Maine. As a features writer, she interviewed a number of famous individuals, including artist Robert Indiana and actors Mickey Rooney and Henry Fonda. She retired in 1996 and was inducted into the Maine Press Association Hall of Fame in 2012. Active in her town's civic affairs during her retirement, she was part of the effort to renovate Pittsfield's Beaux-Arts style library. Mrs. McGowan will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family and friends and all those whose lives she touched;
(SLS 575)
(5-74) Mal Leary, of Augusta, the longtime dean of the Maine State House press corps. Mr. Leary was one of the most trusted people in the State House and was well-liked by politicians and aides for his old-school approach. Chronicling state politics for more than 45 years, he reported across all mediums in a career that started during the tenure of independent Governor James Longley. His contributions to journalism in Maine were tremendous. Mr. Leary will be long remembered for his integrity and commitment to transparency in Maine's government and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;
(SLS 576)
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Divided Report (6-1) Majority Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-128) on Bill "An Act to Address Teacher Shortages Through Financial Assistance and Career Advancement Opportunities" (S.P. 640) (L.D. 1608) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-128).
_________________________________ (6-2) Majority Report of the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-122) on Bill "An Act to Improve Women's Health and Economic Security by Funding Family Planning Services" (S.P. 598) (L.D. 1478) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-122).
_________________________________ (6-3) Majority Report of the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-129) on Bill "An Act Regarding Dental Licensure for Charitable Care" (S.P. 348) (L.D. 789) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (S-130) on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-129).
_________________________________ (6-4) Majority Report of the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Increase State Oversight of Election Funding by Requiring Approval by the Legislature" (S.P. 730) (L.D. 1805) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-138) on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASSReport READ and ACCEPTED.
_________________________________ (6-5) Seven Members of the Committee on JUDICIARYreport in Report "A" Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-115) on Bill "An Act to Permit Recordings of a Protected Person to Be Admissible in Evidence" (S.P. 324) (L.D. 765)
Signed: Senators: Representatives: Three Members of the same Committee report in Report "B" Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (S-116) on same Bill.
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Representatives: One Member of the same Committee reports in Report "C" Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "C" (S-117) on same Bill.
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Representative: Members of the same Committee report in Report "D" Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
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Representative: Representative DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports Report "A" Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-115).
Comes from the Senate with Report "A" OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-115).
_________________________________ (6-6) Majority Report of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-247) on Bill "An Act to Create the Public Art Fund" (H.P. 438) (L.D. 669) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-7) Majority Report of the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Preserve Maine's Sporting Heritage and Enhance Sporting Opportunities for Maine's Youth by Allowing Maine's Youth to Hunt on Sunday" (H.P. 403) (L.D. 626) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-8) Majority Report of the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE reporting Ought to Pass on Bill "An Act to Expand Protections to Maine's Loons from Lead Poisoning by Prohibiting the Sale and Use of Certain Painted Lead Jigs" (H.P. 605) (L.D. 958) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-9) Majority Report of the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE reporting Ought Not to Pass on Resolve, to Convene a Firearm Range Safety Working Group Within the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (H.P. 636) (L.D. 1000) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Resolve.
Signed: Representative: _________________________________ (6-10) Majority Report of the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE reporting Ought to Pass on Bill "An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife's Report on Boater Safety Education" (H.P. 1152) (L.D. 1807) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-11) Majority Report of the Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Enable Occupational License Portability and Prohibit Use of Good Character Qualifications in Occupational Licensing" (H.P. 1031) (L.D. 1586) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-12) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-251) on Bill "An Act to Ensure the Rights of Survivors of Sexual Assault" (H.P. 876) (L.D. 1362) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-252) on same Bill.
Signed: Representative: Representative DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports the Majority Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-251) Report. _________________________________ (6-13) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Protect Maine Citizens from Discrimination by Including Vaccination Status as a Protected Class" (H.P. 956) (L.D. 1501) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-250) 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-250) Report. _________________________________ (6-14) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass on Bill "An Act to Amend the Definition of 'Educational Institution' Under the Maine Human Rights Act to Include Single-sex Educational Institutions" (H.P. 1165) (L.D. 1833) 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 Minority Ought Not to Pass Report. _________________________________ (6-15) Majority Report of the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-254) on Bill "An Act to Establish Parity in Tipping Laws for Restaurant Workers" (H.P. 559) (L.D. 903) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-16) Majority Report of the Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-255) on Bill "An Act to Require Disclosure of Pay Ranges and Record Keeping of Pay History" (H.P. 583) (L.D. 936) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Representatives: _________________________________ 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. 51) (L.D. 84) Bill "An Act to Strengthen Third-party Liability Requirements for the MaineCare Program" Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass (7-2) (S.P. 201) (L.D. 446) Resolve, to Update Allowable Limits on Mortuary Trusts for the Purposes of MaineCare Eligibility Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESreporting Ought to Pass (7-3) (S.P. 659) (L.D. 1654) Bill "An Act to Extend the Time for Certain Public Utilities Commission Proceedings" Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass (7-4) (S.P. 680) (L.D. 1693) Bill "An Act to Amend the Kennebunk Sewer District Charter" Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass (7-5) (S.P. 255) (L.D. 587) Resolve, to Automatically Increase a Residential Care or Nursing Facility Resident's Personal Needs Allowance Under the MaineCare Program When the Consumer Price Index Increases Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-131) (7-6) (S.P. 290) (L.D. 732) Bill "An Act to Prohibit Off-trail Operation of a Snowmobile in an Area Closed to Off-trail Operation" Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFEreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-136) (7-7) (S.P. 293) (L.D. 735) Bill "An Act to Require the State to Hold a Public Hearing in a Municipality Before the State Constructs a Solar Project in That Municipality" Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-123) (7-8) (S.P. 334) (L.D. 775) Bill "An Act to Require and Standardize Labeling of Water Treatment Equipment" Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-132) (7-9) (S.P. 390) (L.D. 919) Bill "An Act to Facilitate Employment in the Field of Emergency Medical Services" Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-137) (7-10) (S.P. 406) (L.D. 987) Bill "An Act to Promote Electricity Price Stability for Standard-offer Service" Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-127) (7-11) (S.P. 408) (L.D. 989) Resolve, Directing the University of Maine System to Study the Potential Effects of the State's Adopting Atlantic Standard Time Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-140) (7-12) (S.P. 478) (L.D. 1151) Bill "An Act to Decrease Barriers for Preventive Health Services by Allowing Pharmacy Technicians to Administer Vaccines" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-126) (7-13) (S.P. 508) (L.D. 1271) Bill "An Act to Require a Disclaimer on Promotional Materials for Medicare, Medicaid and MaineCare Products by Private Entities" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-139) (7-14) (S.P. 664) (L.D. 1659) Resolve, Authorizing the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Bureau of Parks and Lands to Enter into Certain Leases Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-121) (7-15) (H.P. 1198) (L.D. 1868) Resolve, to Name 2 Brooks in the Town of Orient Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE reporting Ought to Pass (7-16) (H.P. 144) (L.D. 223) Resolve, Directing the Department of Health and Human Services to Amend Its Rules Regarding Pharmacy Services Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-253) (7-17) (H.P. 189) (L.D. 291) Bill "An Act to Support Young People Affected by Substance Use Disorder" Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-258) (7-18) (H.P. 292) (L.D. 475) Bill "An Act to Simplify and Clarify the Licensing of Assisted Housing Facilities" Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-256) (7-19) (H.P. 588) (L.D. 941) Bill "An Act Facilitating the Efforts of the Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority and the Town of Brunswick to Design and Carry Out Improvements to the Storm Water System and Other Infrastructure at the Former Brunswick Naval Air Station " Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-257) (7-20) (H.P. 594) (L.D. 947) Bill "An Act to Support the Distribution of Free Summer Lunches for Children and to Create a Program to Distribute Leftover School Food Within Communities" Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-246) (7-21) (H.P. 812) (L.D. 1264) Resolve, Establishing the Commission to Update Maine's Public Policy on Higher Education Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRSreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-248) (7-22) (H.P. 887) (L.D. 1373) Bill "An Act to Allow Employers to Shop for Competitive Health Plan Options by Expanding the Disclosure of Health Claims Information" Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-259) (7-23) (H.P. 921) (L.D. 1425) Bill "An Act to Strengthen Freedom of Access Protections by Allowing Remote Meetings to Be Recorded" Committee on JUDICIARYreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-249)
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Emergency Measure
(10-1) An Act to Address Recovery Residence Participation in the Municipal General Assistance Program (H.P. 51) (L.D. 81)
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 Add Gray Squirrels and Red Squirrels to the Species List for the Open Training Season for Hunting Dogs (H.P. 336) (L.D. 531)
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
(10-3) An Act to Amend the Legislative Membership of the Hancock County Budget Advisory Committee (S.P. 385) (L.D. 893)
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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(10-4) An Act to Authorize Vaccine Administration by Pharmacy Technicians and Reduce Vaccine Administration Training Requirements for Pharmacists (H.P. 555) (L.D. 899)
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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(10-5) An Act to Align Maine's Elevator Safety Laws with Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code Standards (H.P. 622) (L.D. 975)
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
(10-6) An Act to Establish Municipal Cost Components for Unorganized Territory Services to Be Rendered in Fiscal Year 2023-24 (H.P. 833) (L.D. 1308)
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
(10-7) An Act to Allow Certain Social Workers to Diagnose Organic Mental Illnesses (H.P. 895) (L.D. 1400)
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
(10-8) Resolve, Directing the University of Maine System to Study the Barriers to Use of Cross-laminated Timber (H.P. 547) (L.D. 881)
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
(10-9) Resolve, to Establish the Task Force to Study Barriers to Achieving Behavioral Health Integration and Parity (H.P. 829) (L.D. 1304)
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
(10-10) Resolve, Directing the Department of Health and Human Services to Study the Scarcity of Licensed Clinical Behavioral Health Professionals Across the State (H.P. 961) (L.D. 1506)
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
(10-11) Resolve, to Further Study the Role of Water as a Resource (H.P. 1051) (L.D. 1641)
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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Pursuant to the Constitution
(10-12) Resolve, to Authorize the Conveyance of Real Property to the Capitol Area Recreation Association (H.P. 486) (L.D. 797)
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 (10-13) An Act to Address Chronic Homelessness by Creating the Housing First Fund (H.P. 4) (L.D. 2) (10-14) An Act to Update Provisions of the Department of Corrections Laws Regarding Operation and Administration of Jails, Women's Services and Juvenile Detention (H.P. 8) (L.D. 4) (10-15) An Act to Amend the Maine Juvenile Code (S.P. 31) (L.D. 39) (10-16) An Act to Amend the Statutory Balance Limit on the Finance Authority of Maine's Loan Insurance Reserves (S.P. 38) (L.D. 46) (10-17) An Act to Require Antipinch Sensors on School Bus Doors (H.P. 37) (L.D. 62) (10-18) An Act to Permit Emergency Funding for Food Banks When a State of Emergency Is Declared (H.P. 55) (L.D. 87) (10-19) An Act Regarding Special Education Funding for So-called Minimum Receiver School Administration Units (H.P. 95) (L.D. 154) (10-20) An Act to Ensure Safe Access to Schools by Implementing Interlocking Door Controller Technology (S.P. 104) (L.D. 204) (10-21) An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Water Supply Protection Funds (H.P. 132) (L.D. 211) (10-22) An Act to Support Manufacturers Whose Products Contain Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (H.P. 138) (L.D. 217) (10-23) An Act Regarding Appeals of License or Permit Decisions of the Commissioner of Environmental Protection (H.P. 140) (L.D. 219) (10-24) An Act to Add Electric Bicycles to the Electric Vehicle Rebate Program (S.P. 122) (L.D. 256) (10-25) An Act to Clarify the Process for Admission to the Bar on Motion (H.P. 169) (L.D. 264) (10-26) An Act to Authorize the Use of Tax Increment Financing Funds for Constructing or Renovating Local Central Administrative Offices (H.P. 184) (L.D. 286) (10-27) An Act to Improve Educator Certification Response Times (S.P. 156) (L.D. 335) (10-28) An Act to Invest in an Educational Technician Training Program to Address Shortages in Public Schools (H.P. 217) (L.D. 343) (10-29) An Act to Expand Funding Sources Within the Public Utilities Commission for Intervenor and Participant Funding (H.P. 246) (L.D. 395) (10-30) An Act to Preserve the 207 Area Code and Impede So-called Robocalling (H.P. 247) (L.D. 396) (10-31) An Act to Clarify the Provision of Notice of Proposed Rate Increases to Public Utility Customers (S.P. 195) (L.D. 414) (10-32) An Act to Improve Collaboration Between Mandatory Reporters and Law Enforcement in the Investigation of Alleged Child Abuse and Neglect (H.P. 291) (L.D. 474) (10-33) An Act to Designate the Department of Health and Human Services as the Implementing Department of the Lead-safe Housing Registry (H.P. 307) (L.D. 490) (10-34) An Act to Increase the Number of Mature Plants Allowed for the Home Cultivation of Cannabis (H.P. 360) (L.D. 555) (10-35) An Act to Improve Family Court Procedure (S.P. 248) (L.D. 580) (10-36) An Act to Create a Green Schools Coordinator in the Department of Education (H.P. 389) (L.D. 612) (10-37) An Act to Amend the Social Work Education Loan Repayment Program (H.P. 409) (L.D. 632) (10-38) An Act to Support Community-based Volunteer Organizations (H.P. 435) (L.D. 666) (10-39) An Act to Protect Birds in the Construction, Renovation and Maintenance of Public Buildings (H.P. 439) (L.D. 670) (10-40) An Act to Reduce the Cost of Energy in Maine and Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions Through the Effective Use of Renewably Sourced Gas (H.P. 467) (L.D. 698) (10-41) An Act to Amend the Laws Regarding Signature Requirements on Issuance of General Obligation Bonds (S.P. 318) (L.D. 760) (10-42) An Act to Ensure Access by Parties and Attorneys to Records in Child and Adult Protection Proceedings (S.P. 332) (L.D. 773) (10-43) An Act to Assist Nursing Homes in the Management of Facility Beds (H.P. 585) (L.D. 938) (10-44) An Act to Protect Workers from Employer Surveillance (H.P. 596) (L.D. 949) (10-45) An Act to Authorize Kickboxing and Muay Thai Competition Under the Combat Sports Authority of Maine (H.P. 597) (L.D. 950) (10-46) An Act to Facilitate Stakeholder Input Regarding Forest Policy in Maine (H.P. 628) (L.D. 993) (10-47) An Act to Require All Uniformed Patrol Officers to Carry Naloxone Hydrochloride When on Duty (H.P. 672) (L.D. 1036) (10-48) An Act to Expand Good Samaritan Protections for Naloxone Hydrochloride Administration (S.P. 421) (L.D. 1052) (10-49) An Act to Extend the Comparable Health Care Service Incentive Program Beyond 2023 (H.P. 680) (L.D. 1085) (10-50) An Act to Amend the Laws Governing the Foreign Credentialing and Skills Recognition Revolving Loan Program (H.P. 741) (L.D. 1169) (10-51) An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Right To Know Advisory Committee Concerning Time Estimates for Responding to Public Records Requests (H.P. 768) (L.D. 1208) (10-52) An Act to Include Endangered and Threatened Species Habitat in the Definition of "Significant Wildlife Habitat" Under the Natural Resources Protection Act (H.P. 794) (L.D. 1246) (10-53) An Act to Increase the Personal Property Tax Exemption for Farm Machinery (H.P. 806) (L.D. 1258) (10-54) An Act to Clarify the Producer Licensure Required to Act as a Pet Insurance Producer (H.P. 814) (L.D. 1266) (10-55) An Act to Amend the Tax Credit for Major Business Headquarters Expansions Regarding Employees' Location and Time of Hire for Purposes of the Credit (S.P. 531) (L.D. 1313) (10-56) An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Right To Know Advisory Committee Concerning Remote Participation (H.P. 837) (L.D. 1322) (10-57) An Act to Provide Self-service Motor Vehicle Services (S.P. 557) (L.D. 1390) (10-58) An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Right To Know Advisory Committee Concerning Records of Disciplinary Actions Against Public Employees (H.P. 892) (L.D. 1397) (10-59) An Act to Enhance State Oversight of Water Use and Water Resources (H.P. 937) (L.D. 1441) (10-60) An Act Regarding Limits on Medication in Vending Machines (H.P. 1040) (L.D. 1615) (10-61) An Act to Strengthen Maine's Agriculture, Food and Forest Economy by Funding the Maine Agriculture, Food and Forest Products Investment Fund and Amending Related Provisions of Law (H.P. 1068) (L.D. 1670) (10-62) An Act to Invest in the Health and Wellness of Older Maine Residents by Expanding Coordinated Community Programming (H.P. 1083) (L.D. 1684) (10-63) An Act to Ensure Access to Federally Approved Opioid Overdose-reversing Medication (S.P. 692) (L.D. 1728)
Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.
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Resolves (10-64) Resolve, Directing the Maine Children's Cabinet Early Childhood Advisory Council to Study Incentives for the Provision of Child Care in Maine (H.P. 71) (L.D. 103) (10-65) Resolve, Directing the Commissioner of Public Safety to Establish a Stakeholder Group to Examine the Responsibilities, Fees and Duties of the Technical Building Codes and Standards Board (H.P. 128) (L.D. 207) (10-66) Resolve, to Require the Maine National Guard to Sell Certain Property in Hallowell (H.P. 151) (L.D. 230) (10-67) Resolve, Regarding Mortgage Assistance for Persons with Illnesses Related to COVID-19 (H.P. 159) (L.D. 238) (10-68) Resolve, Naming Portions of a Highway in St. George (H.P. 233) (L.D. 382) (10-69) 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 (H.P. 245) (L.D. 394) (10-70) Resolve, Directing the Department of Environmental Protection to Review Regulation of Waste Discharge from Finfish Aquaculture Facilities (S.P. 225) (L.D. 508) (10-71) Resolve, to Evaluate a Vehicle-to-grid Pilot Project Using Electric School Buses (H.P. 324) (L.D. 519) (10-72) Resolve, Directing the Department of Education to Study the Educare Model (H.P. 453) (L.D. 684) (10-73) Resolve, Directing the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife to Examine Issues Related to Moose Hunting Seasons (H.P. 520) (L.D. 831) (10-74) Resolve, Directing the Department of Labor to Amend Its Rules Regarding Adjunct Faculty at Public Colleges and Universities (H.P. 593) (L.D. 946) (10-75) Resolve, Directing the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry to Study and Report on Soil Carbon Sequestration Incentive Programs (H.P. 1077) (L.D. 1678)
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. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. 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.
13. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Joyce Rhoades, of Topsfield (HLS 342)
TABLED - May 16, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. PENDING - PASSAGE.
14. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (9) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (3) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-123) - Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGYon Bill "An Act Regarding Renewable Energy Projects" (H.P. 275) (L.D. 442)
TABLED - May 16, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
15. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (7) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (5) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-122) - Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGYon Bill "An Act Requiring the Installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in New Commercial and Multifamily Parking Lot Construction" (H.P. 329) (L.D. 524)
TABLED - May 16, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
16. Bill "An Act to Create Parity in the Taxation of Medicine" (H.P. 346) (L.D. 541)
- In House, Minority (2) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on TAXATION READ and ACCEPTED on May 4, 2023. - In Senate, Majority (9) OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on TAXATION READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-73) in NON-CONCURRENCE. TABLED - May 18, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative PERRY of Bangor. PENDING - FURTHER CONSIDERATION.
17. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (11) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (2) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-147) - Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE on Bill "An Act to Restrict the Daytime and Nighttime Killing of Coyotes" (H.P. 503) (L.D. 814)
TABLED - May 18, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative LANDRY of Farmington. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
18. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Brooke Buotte, of Rumford (SLS 514)
- In Senate, READ and PASSED. TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative HENDERSON of Rumford. PENDING - PASSAGE.
19. SENATE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (10) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (3) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-99) - Committee on TRANSPORTATION on Bill "An Act to Increase Bicycle Safety by Allowing Cyclists to Treat Stop Signs as Yield Signs and Red Lights as Stop Signs" (S.P. 614) (L.D. 1551)
- In Senate, Minority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-99). TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative WILLIAMS of Bar Harbor. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
20. SENATE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (9) Ought to Pass - Minority (3) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act to Reduce the Enrollment Requirement for Minor Political Parties That Seek Official Party Status" (S.P. 328) (L.D. 769)
- In Senate, Majority OUGHT TO PASS Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED. TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative SUPICA of Bangor. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
21. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (9) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-199) - Minority (4) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES on Bill "An Act to Reestablish Annual Reporting on Solid Waste in Maine" (H.P. 744) (L.D. 1172)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative DOUDERA of Camden. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
22. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (9) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-198) - Minority (4) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES on Bill "An Act to Require the Adoption of Sector-specific Greenhouse Gas Emissions Limits" (H.P. 907) (L.D. 1411)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative DOUDERA of Camden. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
23. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass - Minority (5) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES on Bill "An Act to Require Reimbursement for Gender-affirming Care for MaineCare Members" (H.P. 676) (L.D. 1040)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative MEYER of Eliot. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
24. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (5) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-201) - Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES on Bill "An Act to Amend the Maine Insurance Code as It Relates to Pet Insurance" (H.P. 188) (L.D. 290)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative PERRY of Calais. PENDING - Motion of same Representative to ACCEPT the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report.
25. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (9) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (2) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-179) - Joint Select Committee on HOUSING on Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Regarding Zoning and Land Use Restrictions to Limit Certain Requirements to Municipalities with a Population of More than 10,000" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 135) (L.D. 214)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative GERE of Kennebunkport. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
26. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (9) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-192) - Minority (4) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on JUDICIARY on Bill "An Act to Ensure an Incarcerated Individual's Right to Make Free Telephone Calls Protected by Attorney-Client Privilege" (H.P. 386) (L.D. 609)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
27. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (9) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-196) - Minority (4) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on JUDICIARY on Bill "An Act to Ensure the Collection of Complete Information by Adding a 3rd Option for Gender on State Forms" (H.P. 589) (L.D. 942)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
28. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-195) - Minority (5) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on JUDICIARY on Bill "An Act to Amend the Maine Human Rights Act Regarding Right-to-sue Letters" (H.P. 637) (L.D. 1001)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
29. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass - Minority (5) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on JUDICIARY on Bill "An Act to Increase the Limits on Awards for Compensatory and Punitive Damages Under the Maine Human Rights Act" (H.P. 919) (L.D. 1423)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative MOONEN of Portland. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
30. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (3) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-165) - Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING on Bill "An Act to Provide That the Minimum Wage Increases by the Rolling Average of the Cost of Living of the Previous 3 Years" (H.P. 545) (L.D. 855)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative ROEDER of Bangor. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
31. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (3) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-166) - Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING on Bill "An Act to Remove the Cost-of-living Adjustment from the Minimum Wage Laws" (H.P. 634) (L.D. 998)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative ROEDER of Bangor. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
32. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (3) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-172) - Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING on Bill "An Act to Strengthen Work Equity Regarding Employment of Minors and Unemployment Benefits" (H.P. 846) (L.D. 1332)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative ROEDER of Bangor. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
33. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-178) - Minority (3) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING on Bill "An Act to Create a Livable Wage by Increasing the Minimum Hourly Wage" (H.P. 890) (L.D. 1376)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative ROEDER of Bangor. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
34. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (3) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-167) - Committee on LABOR AND HOUSING on Bill "An Act to Promote Minimum Wage Consistency by Limiting the Authority of Municipalities Regarding Minimum Hourly Pay" (H.P. 899) (L.D. 1403)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative ROEDER of Bangor. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
35. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (11) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (2) Ought to Pass - Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT on Bill "An Act to Replace Participation Thresholds in Municipal Referenda with Lower Approval Thresholds" (H.P. 692) (L.D. 1097)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative STOVER of Boothbay. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
36. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (4) Ought to Pass - Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT on Bill "An Act to Allow for the Recall of an Elected Municipal Official for Any Reason" (H.P. 753) (L.D. 1181)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative STOVER of Boothbay. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
37. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (9) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (4) Ought to Pass - Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act to Amend a Circulator's Oath for Petitions and Nomination Papers by Including the Number of Signatures Collected" (H.P. 1178) (L.D. 1846)
TABLED - May 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative SUPICA of Bangor. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
38. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (7) Ought Not to Pass - Minority (5) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-216) - Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES on Bill "An Act to Allow a Qualifying Religious Organization to Self-insure for Automobile Insurance" (H.P. 640) (L.D. 1004)
TABLED - May 25, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. PENDING - Motion of Representative PERRY of Calais to ACCEPT the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report. (Roll Call Ordered)
39. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (7) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-243) - Minority (4) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETYon Bill "An Act to Allow Bail Commissioners to Carry Firearms in Correctional Facilities and Jails" (H.P. 443) (L.D. 674)
TABLED - May 30, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
40. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (9) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-232) - Minority (4) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT on Bill "An Act to Restore the Former State of Maine Flag" (H.P. 54) (L.D. 86)
TABLED - May 30, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - Motion of Representative STOVER of Boothbay to ACCEPT the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report.
41. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A" (6) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-237) - Report "B" (5) Ought Not to Pass - Report "C" (1) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-238) - Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY on Resolve, to Study the Effects of 5G Technology on Bird, Bee and Insect Populations and the Effects of Long-term Exposure on Children (H.P. 466) (L.D. 697)
TABLED - May 30, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative ZEIGLER of Montville. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF ANY REPORT.
42. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A" (6) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-231) - Report "B" (6) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY on Resolve, to Study Training in Racial Issues, Racial Justice and Social Issues at the Maine Criminal Justice Academy and Study Additional Requirements for Law Enforcement Officers and Candidates (H.P. 795) (L.D. 1247)
TABLED - May 30, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
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1. House Order Propounding Questions to the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court (H.O. 26)
TABLED - May 30, 2023 by Representative KESSLER of South Portland. (Pursuant to House Rule 513) PENDING - PASSAGE.
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(1-1) Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Regarding Adjustments for Sudden and Severe Disruption of Municipal Valuation" (S.P. 828) (L.D. 2006)
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. 826)
ORDERED, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until Tuesday, June 6, 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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PETITIONS, BILLS AND RESOLVES REQUIRING REFERENCE (3-1) Bill "An Act to Advance Self-determination for Wabanaki Nations" (H.P. 1287) (L.D. 2007)
Sponsored by Speaker TALBOT ROSS of Portland. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook and Representatives: ABDI of Lewiston, ANDREWS of Paris, ANKELES of Brunswick, ARFORD of Brunswick, BABIN of Fort Fairfield, BELL of Yarmouth, BOYER of Poland, BOYLE of Gorham, BRENNAN of Portland, CARMICHAEL of Greenbush, CLOUTIER of Lewiston, CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham, COLLINGS of Portland, COPELAND of Saco, CRAFTS of Newcastle, CRAVEN of Lewiston, CROCKETT of Portland, DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe, DHALAC of South Portland, DILL of Old Town, DODGE of Belfast, DOUDERA of Camden, EATON of Deer Isle, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, FAY of Raymond, GATTINE of Westbrook, GEIGER of Rockland, GERE of Kennebunkport, GOLEK of Harpswell, GRAHAM of North Yarmouth, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, HASENFUS of Readfield, HEPLER of Woolwich, HOBBS of Wells, JAUCH of Topsham, KESSLER of South Portland, KUHN of Falmouth, LAJOIE of Lewiston, LaROCHELLE of Augusta, LEE of Auburn, LOOKNER of Portland, MADIGAN of Waterville, MALON of Biddeford, MASTRACCIO of Sanford, MATHIESON of Kittery, MATLACK of St. George, MEYER of Eliot, MILLETT of Cape Elizabeth, MILLIKEN of Blue Hill, MONTELL of Gardiner, MOONEN of Portland, MORIARTY of Cumberland, MURPHY of Scarborough, O'CONNELL of Brewer, O'NEIL of Saco, OSHER of Orono, PAULHUS of Bath, PERRY of Calais, PERRY of Bangor, PLUECKER of Warren, PRINGLE of Windham, RANA of Bangor, RECKITT of South Portland, RIELLY of Westbrook, RISEMAN of Harrison, ROBERTS of South Berwick, ROEDER of Bangor, RUNTE of York, RUSSELL of Verona Island, SACHS of Freeport, SALISBURY of Westbrook, SARGENT of York, SAYRE of Kennebunk, SHAGOURY of Hallowell, SHAW of Auburn, SHEEHAN of Biddeford, SKOLD of Portland, STOVER of Boothbay, STROUT of Harrington, SUPICA of Bangor, TERRY of Gorham, THERIAULT of Fort Kent, WARREN of Scarborough, WHITE of Waterville, WILLIAMS of Bar Harbor, ZAGER of Portland, ZEIGLER of Montville, Senators: BAILEY of York, BEEBE-CENTER of Knox, BENNETT of Oxford, BRAKEY of Androscoggin, BRENNER of Cumberland, CARNEY of Cumberland, CHIPMAN of Cumberland, CURRY of Waldo, DAUGHTRY of Cumberland, DUSON of Cumberland, GROHOSKI of Hancock, HICKMAN of Kennebec, MOORE of Washington, PIERCE of Cumberland, RAFFERTY of York, RENY of Lincoln, ROTUNDO of Androscoggin, TIPPING of Penobscot, VITELLI of Sagadahoc.
Committee on JUDICIARY suggested and ordered printed.
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