12th Legislative Day

Tuesday, February 13, 2024

 

            Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.

 

            Prayer by Reverend Craig Fortin, East Auburn Baptist Church.

 

            National Anthem by Jennifer Bragdon, New Gloucester.

 

            Pledge of Allegiance.

 

            Medical Provider of the Day, Katie Adams, MD, Lincoln.

 

            Reading of the Journal of Thursday, February 8, 2024.

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COMMUNICATIONS

 

 

 

            (2-1)  The Following Communication: (H.C. 412)

 

STATE OF MAINE

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

1 STATE HOUSE STATION

AUGUSTA, MAINE  04333-0001

 

February 9, 2024

 

The Honorable Rachel Talbot Ross

Speaker of the House of Representatives

2 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

RE:      Paid Family Medical Leave Benefits Authority

 

Dear Speaker Talbot Ross:

 

Pursuant to Title 3 M.R.S.A., §154, I am withdrawing my nomination of Barrett Gray of Stonington for appointment to the Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Authority at the request of the nominee.

 

This nomination is currently pending before the Joint Standing Committee on Labor and Housing.

 

Thank you for your assistance in this matter.

 

Very truly yours,

 

S/Janet T. Mills

Governor

 

 

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            (2-2)  The Following Communication: (H.C. 408)

 

STATE OF MAINE

CHILD DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

78 STATE HOUSE STATION

AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0078

 

January 31, 2024

 

Honorable Troy D. Jackson

President of the Senate

3 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Honorable Rachel Talbot Ross

Speaker of the House

2 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Dear President Jackson and Speaker Talbot Ross:

 

Pursuant to 5 M.R.S.A., Section 12023, please consider this the letter of transmittal for the required report from the CDS Annual Legislative Report due by February 1, 2024.

 

Please contact me if you have any questions or need additional information.

 

Thank you.

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Erin Frazier

State Director of Special Services, Birth to 22

 

 

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            (2-3)  The Following Communication: (H.C. 409)

 

STATE OF MAINE

CLERK'S OFFICE

2 STATE HOUSE STATION

AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002

 

February 13, 2024

 

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 Taxation has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Madigan of Waterville, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"

 

L.D. 633        An Act to Dedicate Revenue from Alcohol Tax to Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment

 

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Taxation has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative O'Neil of Saco, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"

 

L.D. 916        An Act to Establish a Windfall Profits Tax on Electric Utilities to Assist with Residential Heating Costs

 

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Taxation has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Terry of Gorham, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"

 

L.D. 1010      An Act to Provide Tax Relief for Working Families

 

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Taxation has approved the request by the sponsor, President Jackson of Aroostook, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"

 

L.D. 1961      An Act to Support Potato Processing in Maine

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Robert B. Hunt

Clerk of the House

 

 

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            (2-4)  The Following Communication: (H.C. 410)

 

STATE OF MAINE

CLERK'S OFFICE

2 STATE HOUSE STATION

AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002

 

February 13, 2024

 

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:"

 

Health and Human Services

L.D. 328        An Act to Improve Mental Health in Maine

L.D. 500        An Act to Improve the Office of the Child Welfare Services Ombudsman

L.D. 906        An Act to Ensure Physicians Receive Full Diagnostic Test Data Concerning Tick-borne Diseases

L.D. 1426      An Act to Secure Housing for the Most Vulnerable Maine Residents by Amending the Laws Governing Municipal General Assistance

L.D. 1675      An Act to Amend the Laws Governing the General Assistance Program Regarding Eligibility, Housing Assistance and State Reimbursement and to Establish a Working Group  (EMERGENCY)

 

Taxation

L.D. 191        An Act to Amend the Laws Regarding Certain Business Equipment Tax Benefits

L.D. 1027      An Act to Prohibit Local Sales Taxes

L.D. 1335      An Act to Amend the Property Tax Stabilization for Senior Citizens Law

L.D. 1538      An Act to Provide Tax Benefits to Persons Constructing Accessory Dwelling Units

L.D. 1685      An Act to Increase Acreage Eligibility and Change Requirements for Filing Plans Under the Maine Tree Growth Tax Law

L.D. 1774      An Act Exempting Certain Emergency Distributions and Emergency Savings Accounts from Taxation

L.D. 1893      An Act to Allow a Municipality to Impose a Fee on Short-term Rentals for the Benefit of That Municipality

L.D. 1999      An Act to Ensure the Equitable Treatment of Military Retirement Plan Income

L.D. 2005      An Act to Eliminate the Aircraft Excise Tax

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Robert B. Hunt

Clerk of the House

 

 

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            (2-5)  The Following Communication: (H.C. 411)

 

STATE OF MAINE

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

SPEAKER'S OFFICE

AUGUSTA, MAINE  04333-0002

 

February 13, 2024

 

Honorable Robert B. Hunt

Clerk of the House

2 State House Station

Augusta, Maine  04333

 

Dear Clerk Hunt:

 

Please be advised that pursuant to her authority, Governor Janet T. Mills has nominated the following:

 

on February 8, 2024

 

Robert L. Carey of East Boothbay for appointment as the Superintendent of the Bureau of Insurance.

Pursuant to Title 24 MRSA §201, this appointment is contingent on confirmation by the Maine State Senate after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services.

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Rachel Talbot Ross

Speaker of the House

 

 

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PETITIONS, BILLS AND RESOLVES REQUIRING REFERENCE

 

 

Pursuant to Statute
Administrator of the unorganized territory

 

 

            (3-1)  Representative PERRY for the Administrator of the unorganized territory pursuant to the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 36, section 1604 asks leave to report that the accompanying Bill "An Act to Establish Municipal Cost Components for Unorganized Territory Services to Be Rendered in Fiscal Year 2024-25" (EMERGENCY)

(H.P. 1414)  (L.D. 2207)

 

            Be REFERREDto the Committee on TAXATION and printed pursuant to Joint Rule 218.

 

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SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR

 

            In accordance with House Rule 519 and Joint Rule 213, the following items:

 

Recognizing:

 

            (5-1)  Lance Longley, of Caribou, who has been inducted into the Hall of Hometown Heroes at Caribou Community School.  The Hall of Hometown Heroes celebrates the citizens of Caribou who attended the various K-8 schools that once stood proudly in Caribou before Caribou Community School was constructed.  Inductees serve as role models for current students at the school and inspire their aspirations to reach their dreams.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1366)

 

 

            (5-2)  Neal Sleeper, of Caribou, who has been inducted into the Hall of Hometown Heroes at Caribou Community School.  The Hall of Hometown Heroes celebrates the citizens of Caribou who attended the various K-8 schools that once stood proudly in Caribou before Caribou Community School was constructed.  Inductees serve as role models for current students at the school and inspire their aspirations to reach their dreams.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1367)

 

 

            (5-3)  Matt Bouchard, of Caribou, who has been inducted into the Hall of Hometown Heroes at Caribou Community School.  The Hall of Hometown Heroes celebrates the citizens of Caribou who attended the various K-8 schools that once stood proudly in Caribou before Caribou Community School was constructed.  Inductees serve as role models for current students at the school and inspire their aspirations to reach their dreams.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1368)

 

 

            (5-4)  Albert Farley, of Woodland, who has been inducted into the Hall of Hometown Heroes at Caribou Community School.  The Hall of Hometown Heroes celebrates the citizens of Caribou who attended the various K-8 schools that once stood proudly in Caribou before Caribou Community School was constructed.  Inductees serve as role models for current students at the school and inspire their aspirations to reach their dreams.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1369)

 

 

            (5-5)  Andrea Flannery, of Caribou, who has been inducted into the Hall of Hometown Heroes at Caribou Community School.  The Hall of Hometown Heroes celebrates the citizens of Caribou who attended the various K-8 schools that once stood proudly in Caribou before Caribou Community School was constructed.  Inductees serve as role models for current students at the school and inspire their aspirations to reach their dreams.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1370)

 

 

            (5-6)  Cindy Bouchard, of Caribou, who has been inducted into the Hall of Hometown Heroes at Caribou Community School.  The Hall of Hometown Heroes celebrates the citizens of Caribou who attended the various K-8 schools that once stood proudly in Caribou before Caribou Community School was constructed.  Inductees serve as role models for current students at the school and inspire their aspirations to reach their dreams.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1371)

 

 

            (5-7)  Bethany Souther-Zell, of Caribou, who has been inducted into the Hall of Hometown Heroes at Caribou Community School.  The Hall of Hometown Heroes celebrates the citizens of Caribou who attended the various K-8 schools that once stood proudly in Caribou before Caribou Community School was constructed.  Inductees serve as role models for current students at the school and inspire their aspirations to reach their dreams.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1372)

 

 

            (5-8)  Kyle Corrigan, of Caribou, who has been inducted into the Hall of Hometown Heroes at Caribou Community School.  The Hall of Hometown Heroes celebrates the citizens of Caribou who attended the various K-8 schools that once stood proudly in Caribou before Caribou Community School was constructed.  Inductees serve as role models for current students at the school and inspire their aspirations to reach their dreams.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1373)

 

 

            (5-9)  Andrew Michaud, of Caribou, who has been inducted into the Hall of Hometown Heroes at Caribou Community School.  The Hall of Hometown Heroes celebrates the citizens of Caribou who attended the various K-8 schools that once stood proudly in Caribou before Caribou Community School was constructed.  Inductees serve as role models for current students at the school and inspire their aspirations to reach their dreams.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1374)

 

 

            (5-10)  Karen St. Peter, of Caribou, who has been inducted into the Hall of Hometown Heroes at Caribou Community School.  The Hall of Hometown Heroes celebrates the citizens of Caribou who attended the various K-8 schools that once stood proudly in Caribou before Caribou Community School was constructed.  Inductees serve as role models for current students at the school and inspire their aspirations to reach their dreams.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1375)

 

 

            (5-11)  Scott Jackson, of Caribou, who has been inducted into the Hall of Hometown Heroes at Caribou Community School.  The Hall of Hometown Heroes celebrates the citizens of Caribou who attended the various K-8 schools that once stood proudly in Caribou before Caribou Community School was constructed.  Inductees serve as role models for current students at the school and inspire their aspirations to reach their dreams.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1376)

 

 

            (5-12)  Michelle Goulet, of Saco, who has been named an Outstanding Early Childhood Leader, Advocate and Change Maker by the Maine Association for the Education of Young Children.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1377)

 

 

            (5-13)  Patrick Young, of Saco, 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 1378)

 

 

            (5-14)  the Yarmouth High School Boys Soccer Team, which won the 2023 Class B State Championship.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1381)

 

 

            (5-15)  the Yarmouth High School Girls Soccer Team, which won the 2023 Class B State Championship.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1382)

 

 

            (5-16)  the Yarmouth High School Volleyball Team, which won the 2023 Class B State Championship.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

 

(SLS 1383)

 

 

            (5-17)  James Hall, of Damariscotta, for his many years of service to the Damariscotta Fire Department.  In 1962, Mr. Hall joined the Massasoit Engine Company, which serves as the Damariscotta Fire Department.  He became Assistant Chief in 1981 and served in that capacity a total of 15 years.  From 1985 to 1987, he served as the Fire Chief for Damariscotta.  He currently serves as Deputy Chief of the department, a position he has served in for eleven years.  We extend our appreciation and best wishes;

 

(HLS 748)

Presented by Representative CRAFTS of Newcastle.

Cosponsored by Senator RENY of Lincoln.

 

 

In Memory of:

 

            (5-18)  Kevin Brennan, of West Gardiner.  Mr. Brennan was a veteran of the United States Army, having graduated from Airborne Ranger School and served in the Special Forces.  He later worked as an arborist for a tree-trimming company and shared the Christian Gospel.  He ministered to his neighbors, friends and family, hosted bible study, sponsored an annual summer barbeque and ministered internationally in Romania and Pakistan, where he also supported a Christian school.  Mr. Brennan will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;

 

(SLS 1365)

 

 

            (5-19)  Faith Pomerleau, of Winslow.  A member of a large family and known as gregarious and outgoing, Ms. Pomerleau will be long remembered and sadly missed after her unexpected passing by her family, friends and all those whose lives she touched;

 

(SLS 1379)

 

 

            (5-20)  William Tanner, of Fairfield, a dedicated mental health provider who worked with homeless people.  Dr. Tanner worked as a case manager at the Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter in Waterville for over 7 years.  Dr. Tanner will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;

 

(SLS 1380)

 

 

            (5-21)  Kevin Howell, of Carmel.  Mr. Howell was serving as Carmel's Town Manager, having previously served the town in other capacities, including as a Code Enforcement Officer and Interim Town Manager.  Mr. Howell will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends and all those whose lives he touched;

 

(HLS 747)

Presented by Representative THORNE of Carmel.

Cosponsored by Senator LYFORD of Penobscot.

 

 

 

 

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REPORTS OF COMMITTEE

 

Ought to Pass Pursuant to Statute

 

            (6-1)  Representative HEPLER for the Joint Standing Committee on Marine Resourceson Bill "An Act Removing the Lobster Advisory Council from the State Government Evaluation Act Review Requirements"

(H.P. 1415)  (L.D. 2208)

 

            Reporting Ought to Pass pursuant to the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 3, section 955, subsection 4.

 

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Refer to the Joint Select Committee on Housing
Pursuant to Joint Order

 

            (6-2)  Representative GERE for the Joint Select Committee on Housing on Bill "An Act to Increase the Cap on Bonds Issued by the Maine State Housing Authority to Reflect Current Housing Production Needs in the State"

(H.P. 1416)  (L.D. 2209)

 

            Reporting that it be REFERRED to the Joint Select Committee on HOUSING pursuant to Joint Order 2023, H.P. 3, section 3.

 

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Divided Report

 

            (6-3)  Majority Report of the Committee on TRANSPORTATION reporting Ought Not to Passon Bill "An Act Requiring Climate Impact Notes on Proposed Transportation Legislation and Agency Rules"

(H.P. 579)  (L.D. 932)

            Signed:

            Senator:
                                    FARRIN of Somerset

            Representatives:
                                    CRAFTS of Newcastle
                                    ALBERT of Madawaska
                                    ANKELES of Brunswick
                                    EATON of Deer Isle
                                    MASON of Lisbon
                                    PARRY of Arundel
                                    THERIAULT of Fort Kent
                                    WHITE of Waterville
                                    WHITE of Guilford

            Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-743) on same Bill.

 

            Signed:

            Senator:
                                    CHIPMAN of Cumberland

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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. 362)  (L.D. 865) Bill "An Act to Clarify the Roles and Responsibilities of the Board of Environmental Protection by Adjusting the Requirements for Certain Hearings and for Certain Agencies by Adjusting the Requirements for Cost-Benefit Analysis"  Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(S-518)

 

            (7-2)  (S.P. 759)  (L.D. 1886) Resolve, to Construct a New District Headquarters Building for the Bureau of Forestry in Fort Kent  Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-517)

 

            (7-3)  (S.P. 886)  (L.D. 2093) Bill "An Act to Address Food Insecurity by Helping Maine Residents Access Locally Produced Food" (EMERGENCY)  Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-516)

 

            (7-4)  (H.P. 231)  (L.D. 380) Bill "An Act Regarding Monhegan Plantation"  Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-744)

 

            (7-5)  (H.P. 1318)  (L.D. 2056) Resolve, Designating Route 127 in Arrowsic the Private Merwin A. Delano, Jr. Memorial Highway  Committee on TRANSPORTATIONreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-742)

 

            (7-6)  (H.P. 1358)  (L.D. 2134) Bill "An Act Regarding Responsibility for Activities Intended to Increase the Use of Refillable and Reusable Beverage Containers"  Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCESreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-745)

 

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ENACTORS

 

Emergency Measure

 

            (10-1)  Resolve, to Ensure That the Independent Commission to Investigate the Facts of the Tragedy in Lewiston Has Necessary Authority to Discharge Its Fact-finding Mission

(H.P. 1405)  (L.D. 2192)
(C. "A" H-740)

 

 

            Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.  This being an emergency measure, a two-thirds vote of all the members elected to the House necessary.

 

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Acts

 

            (10-2)  An Act to Make Technical Updates to the Maine Uniform Securities Act

(S.P. 848)  (L.D. 2020)

 

            (10-3)  An Act to Clarify the Laws Regarding Pharmaceutical Product Stewardship

(S.P. 849)  (L.D. 2021)

 

            (10-4)  An Act to Address Identified Gaps in the Laws Governing Erosion Control and the Natural Resources Protection Act

(S.P. 862)  (L.D. 2034)

 

 

            Reported by the Committee on Engrossed Bills as truly and strictly engrossed.

 

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ORDERS OF THE DAY

HOUSE CALENDAR
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2024

 

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

 

            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.         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)

 

- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 847 on July 26, 2023.

TABLED - April 12, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach.

PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.

 

 

 

 

 

2.         HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (7) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-373) - Minority (6) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGYon Bill "An Act to Direct the Public Utilities Commission to Seek Informational Bids Regarding Small Modular Nuclear Reactors in the State"

(H.P. 1001)  (L.D. 1549)

 

- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 847 on July 26, 2023.

TABLED - June 8, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative ZEIGLER of Montville.

PENDING - Motion of same Representative to ACCEPT the Minority OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report.

 

 

 

 

 

3.         HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A"(5) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-502)- Report "B" (5) Ought to Pass - Report "C" (3) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-503) - Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY on Bill "An Act to Define the Term 'Solitary Confinement' for the Laws Governing a Jail or Correctional Facility"

(H.P. 681)  (L.D. 1086)

 

- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 847 on July 26, 2023.

TABLED - June 14, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook.

PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF ANY REPORT.

 

 

 

 

 

4.         HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (12) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-674) - Minority (1) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-675)- Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act to Establish Minimum Pay for Educational Technicians and Other School Support Staff"

(H.P. 621)  (L.D. 974)

 

- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 847 on July 26, 2023.

TABLED - June 21, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative BRENNAN of Portland.

PENDING - Motion of same Representative to ACCEPT the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDEDReport.

 

 

 

 

 

5.         SENATE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A" (7) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-397) - Report "B" (4) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (S-398) - Report "C"(2) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES on Bill "An Act to End the Sale of Flavored Tobacco Products"

(S.P. 496)  (L.D. 1215)

 

- In Senate, Report "A" OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED READ and ACCEPTEDand the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-397).

- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 847 on July 26, 2023.

TABLED - June 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative MEYER of Eliot.

PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF ANY REPORT.

 

 

 

 

 

6.         Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Anna Oliver, of Hodgdon

(SLS 1291)

 

- In Senate, READ and PASSED.

TABLED - January 11, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative QUINT of Hodgdon.

PENDING - PASSAGE.

 

 

 

 

 

7.         Expression of Legislative Sentiment in Memory of Dino Frost, of Pittsfield

(HLS 734)

 

TABLED - January 16, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative COLLAMORE of Pittsfield.

PENDING - ADOPTION.

 

 

 

 

 

8.         HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (7) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-731) - Minority (5) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY on Bill "An Act to Restore Firearm Rights and Hunting Privileges to Persons Previously Convicted of Certain Nonviolent Felony Crimes"

(H.P. 1006)  (L.D. 1561)

 

TABLED - January 30, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook.

PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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STATUTORY ADJOURNMENT DATE April 17, 2024