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The House CalendarThe Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives Tuesday, April 8, 2025
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.
Medical Provider of the Day, Dr. Robert Rousseau, PA-C, EM-CAQ, Sidney.
Reading of the Journal of Thursday, April 3, 2025. _________________________________
(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 128)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 4, 2025
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt,
Pursuant to my authority under 38, MRSA, Ch. 3-A, §577-A, I am pleased to appoint the following to the Maine Climate Council, effective immediately:
Maine Climate Council: Rep. Chris Kessler of South Portland, reappointment
Buildings, Infrastructure, and Housing Working Group of the Maine Climate Council: Rep. Grayson Lookner of Portland, reappointment
Coastal and Marine Working Group of the Maine Climate Council: Rep. Dylan Pugh of Portland
Community Resilience Planning, Public Health, and Emergency Management Working Group of the Maine Climate Council: Rep. Julia McCabe of Lewiston
Transportation Working Group of the Maine Climate Council: Rep. Dan Ankeles of Brunswick, reappointment
Scientific and Technical Subcommittee of the Maine Climate Council: Rep. Laurie Osher of Orono
Energy Working Group of the Maine Climate Council: Rep. Gerry Runte of York, reappointment
Natural and Working Lands Working Group of the Maine Climate Council: Rep. Vicki Doudera of Camden
If you have any questions regarding these appointments, please do not hesitate to contact my office.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan D. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.C. 125)
CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 8, 2025
Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau Speaker of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Speaker Fecteau:
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the following Joint Standing Committees have voted unanimously to report the following bills out "Ought Not to Pass:"
Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry L.D. 133 An Act to Amend the Laws Regarding Nuisance Dogs L.D. 942 An Act to Safeguard Sustainable Food Sources Provided by Certain Maine Farmers (EMERGENCY) Criminal Justice and Public Safety L.D. 993 An Act to Require First Responder Training for Mental Health Crisis and Critical Incident Stress Recognition Education and Cultural Affairs L.D. 642 An Act to Provide Students in the University of Maine System Who Are Parents or Pregnant Individuals Priority Registration for Courses L.D. 734 An Act to Promote Voter Registration for Students in Maine's High Schools L.D. 817 An Act to Remove Restrictions That Prohibit School Administrative Units from Making Purchases Through Cooperatives Energy, Utilities and Technology L.D. 204 An Act to Reduce the Cost of Electricity by Removing the 100-megawatt Limit on Renewable Resources of Energy L.D. 638 An Act to Create Equal Opportunity Access to Clean Energy by Removing the 100-megawatt Limit on Clean Energy Sources L.D. 711 An Act to Facilitate the State Meeting Its Climate Goals While Protecting Farms L.D. 801 An Act to Prevent Consumer-generated Electricity from Being Used by Anyone Other than That Consumer Environment and Natural Resources L.D. 1035 Resolve, to Study the Safe Disposal of Single-use Propane Canisters L.D. 1073 An Act to Amend Provisions of the Maine Metallic Mineral Mining Act to Advance Health Equity and Improve the Well-being of Vulnerable Populations L.D. 1122 An Act to Amend the Law Banning Single-use Carry-out Bags Health and Human Services L.D. 772 An Act to Assist Nursing Facilities in the Management of Facility Beds L.D. 871 An Act to Exempt All Persons, Including Health Care and Emergency Services Personnel, from COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements L.D. 980 Resolve, to Create the Commission to Improve the Oversight of the Long-term Care System L.D. 1102 Resolve, to Raise Awareness of the Importance of Brain Health and Reducing the Risk of Dementia L.D. 1199 Resolve, Regarding the Development of a Medication Administration Training Program for Maine Youth Camps Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services L.D. 902 An Act to Establish the Medical Debt Relief Program L.D. 1030 An Act Regarding the Reporting of Medical Debt on Consumer Reports L.D. 1031 An Act to Allow Time-share Associations to Charge Credit Card Surcharges L.D. 1055 An Act to Prohibit Discrimination in Access to Anatomical Donations and Organ Transplants L.D. 1064 An Act to Ensure Automobile Insurance Rates Are Maintained upon the Death of a Spouse Housing and Economic Development L.D. 845 An Act to Establish a First-time Home-buyer Program Administered by the Finance Authority of Maine L.D. 963 An Act to Standardize Subsidized Housing Application Forms L.D. 1190 An Act to Increase State Funding for Emergency Shelters Inland Fisheries and Wildlife L.D. 964 An Act to Change the Definitions of "Sunrise" and "Sunset" in the Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Laws to Better Allow for Variations in Timing Across the State L.D. 1050 An Act to Allow an Adult Hunter to Transfer That Hunter's Antlerless Deer Permit to a Junior Hunter L.D. 1171 An Act to Restore Complimentary Licenses to Hunt, Trap and Fish for Residents 70 Years of Age and Older Judiciary L.D. 752 An Act to Strengthen Maine's Child Protection Laws by Limiting Contact with Violent Offenders L.D. 869 An Act to Give Grandparents Intervenor Status in Certain Child Protection Proceedings L.D. 994 An Act Regarding the Enforcement Provisions of the Law Governing Private Road Maintenance L.D. 1173 Resolve, to Establish a Group to Study the Laws Governing the Guardianship of Adults and Ongoing Parental Rights of Parents of Disabled Adults L.D. 1175 An Act Regarding the Appointment and Payment of Counsel for Indigent Parents and Minors Labor L.D. 941 An Act Requiring Employers to Disclose Wage Ranges in Job Postings State and Local Government L.D. 602 An Act Regarding the Notification Process for Competitive Bids Taxation L.D. 7 An Act to Increase the Homestead Property Tax Exemption for Residents 65 Years of Age or Older L.D. 570 An Act to Provide an Additional Maine Resident Homestead Property Tax Exemption Based on Income L.D. 658 An Act to Lower Property Taxes by Increasing the Homestead Property Tax Exemption L.D. 934 An Act to Provide 100 Percent of the Maine Resident Homestead Property Tax Exemption Amount to Seniors and Veterans Transportation L.D. 285 Resolve, Directing the Department of Transportation to Amend Its Rules Regarding Seasonal Load Restrictions on Certain State and State Aid Highways (EMERGENCY) Veterans and Legal Affairs L.D. 636 An Act to Remove the Limit on Free Promotional Merchandise Bars and Restaurants May Accept from Vendors
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-3) The Following Communication: (H.C. 126)
STATE OF MAINE CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 8, 2025
Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau Speaker of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Speaker Fecteau:
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Cloutier of Lewiston, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 155 An Act to Make Menstrual Products Available in Certain Schools
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Fredette of Newport, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 1162 Resolve, to Establish a Hybrid Juris Doctor Program at the University of Maine School of Law to Address Access to Justice in Rural Maine
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Health and Human Services has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Roeder of Bangor, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 1362 An Act to Establish Parity in Funding Between Recovery Community Centers and Peer-run Recovery Centers
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Veterans and Legal Affairs has approved the request by the sponsor, Senator Hickman of Kennebec, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 368 An Act to Address Concerns Regarding Radiation Machines and Similar Equipment Used in the Cannabis Industry
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the Committee on Veterans and Legal Affairs has approved the request by the sponsor, Representative Supica of Bangor, to report the following "Leave to Withdraw:"
L.D. 1381 An Act to Authorize the Secretary of State to Designate Law Enforcement Officers Employed by the Department of the Secretary of State to Investigate Alleged Violations of Election Laws
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(2-4) The Following Communication: (H.C. 127)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
April 8, 2025
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 April 3, 2025
The Honorable Roger J. Katz, Esquire of Brunswick for reappointment to the University of Maine System Board of Trustees. Pursuant to Title 5, MRSA §12004-C, this reappointment is contingent on confirmation by the Maine State Senate after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Education and Cultural Affairs.
The Honorable Chandler E. Woodcock of Farmington and the Honorable Donald Marean of Hollis for reappointment to the Maine State Harness Racing Commission. Pursuant to Title 8 M.R.S.A §261-A these reappointments are contingent on confirmation by the Maine State Senate after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry.
Sincerely,
S/Ryan D. Fecteau Speaker of the House
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PETITIONS, BILLS AND RESOLVES REQUIRING REFERENCE (3-1) Bill "An Act to Promote Firewood Banks in Maine" (H.P. 1010) (L.D. 1525)
Sponsored by Representative RAY of Lincolnville. Cosponsored by Senator FARRIN of Somerset and Representatives: BOYER of Poland, FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor, HASENFUS of Readfield, HEPLER of Woolwich, PLUECKER of Warren, SACHS of Freeport, SINCLAIR of Bath, STOVER of Boothbay. Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-2) Bill "An Act to Require All State Agencies to Provide a Zero-based Budget Once Every 10 Years" (H.P. 1006) (L.D. 1521)
Sponsored by Representative DUCHARME of Madison. Cosponsored by Senator BICKFORD of Androscoggin and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, FLYNN of Albion, HASENFUS of Readfield, MCINTYRE of Lowell, RUDNICKI of Fairfield, Senator: STEWART of Aroostook. Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-3) Bill "An Act to Establish Statutory Deadlines for Processing Applications for Emergency Medical Services Personnel" (H.P. 994) (L.D. 1510)
Sponsored by Representative FREDETTE of Newport. Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-4) Bill "An Act to Make the Professional Standards Board Responsible for the Educator Certification Process" (H.P. 979) (L.D. 1495)
Sponsored by Representative MITCHELL of Cumberland. Cosponsored by Senator RAFFERTY of York and Representatives: BRENNAN of Portland, DODGE of Belfast, SARGENT of York. (3-5) Bill "An Act to Clarify the Amount and Use of Unallocated Balances in a School Administrative Unit Budget" (H.P. 1003) (L.D. 1518)
Sponsored by Representative FROST of Belgrade. Cosponsored by Representatives: FRIEDMANN of Bar Harbor, HASENFUS of Readfield, ROEDER of Bangor, Senator: BRADSTREET of Kennebec. Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-6) Bill "An Act to Study the Role of Natural Gas in an Equitable Clean Energy Transition for Maine and to Establish a Commission to Study the Establishment of a Just and Equitable Transition for Maine's Workforce" (H.P. 997) (L.D. 1513)
Sponsored by Representative WARREN of Scarborough. Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-7) Bill "An Act to Require General Public Notification of Oil Terminal Facility Transfer Activities" (H.P. 991) (L.D. 1507)
Sponsored by Representative BECK of South Portland. Cosponsored by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland and Representative: DHALAC of South Portland. (3-8) Bill "An Act to Create a Stewardship Program for Electronic Smoking Devices and Related Products" (H.P. 1004) (L.D. 1519)
Sponsored by Representative GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach. Cosponsored by Senator TEPLER of Sagadahoc and Representatives: BELL of Yarmouth, BRIDGEO of Augusta, DOUDERA of Camden, OSHER of Orono, RIELLY of Westbrook. Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-9) Resolve, to Maintain Access to Home and Community-based Services for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder or Brain Injury (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 993) (L.D. 1509)
Sponsored by Representative STOVER of Boothbay. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington and Representatives: CRAFTS of Newcastle, DUCHARME of Madison, GATTINE of Westbrook, GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach, JAVNER of Chester, MCCABE of Lewiston, POIRIER of Skowhegan, Senator: RENY of Lincoln. (3-10) Bill "An Act to Protect Patients from Health Care Discrimination and Guarantee Access to the Lowest Available Cost for Care" (H.P. 996) (L.D. 1512)
Sponsored by Representative MORRIS of Turner. (3-11) Bill "An Act to Improve Perinatal Care Through Expanded Access to Doula Services" (H.P. 1008) (L.D. 1523)
Sponsored by Representative DHALAC of South Portland. Cosponsored by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland and Representatives: DEBRITO of Waterville, EATON of Deer Isle, MCCABE of Lewiston, RANA of Bangor, ZAGER of Portland. Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-12) Bill "An Act to Ensure Ongoing Access to Medications and Care for Chronic Conditions and Conditions Requiring Long-term Care by Changing Requirements for Prior Authorizations" (H.P. 980) (L.D. 1496)
Sponsored by Representative ZAGER of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator BENNETT of Oxford and Representatives: DUCHARME of Madison, MASTRACCIO of Sanford, Senators: BAILEY of York, BRENNER of Cumberland, FARRIN of Somerset. (3-13) Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Primary Care Reporting by the Maine Quality Forum and to Establish the Primary Care Advisory Council" (H.P. 981) (L.D. 1497)
Sponsored by Representative ZAGER of Portland. Cosponsored by Senator BRADSTREET of Kennebec and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, MASTRACCIO of Sanford, Senators: BAILEY of York, BENNETT of Oxford. (3-14) Bill "An Act to Extend the Time Frame for a Chiropractic Intern License" (H.P. 985) (L.D. 1501)
Sponsored by Representative MOONEN of Portland. Cosponsored by Representatives: BOYER of Cape Elizabeth, FLYNN of Albion, FOLEY of Wells, MASTRACCIO of Sanford, MATHIESON of Kittery, MORRIS of Turner, Senator: BAILEY of York. (3-15) Bill "An Act to Update the Requirements for Health Insurance Coverage of Prostate Cancer Screening" (H.P. 986) (L.D. 1502)
Sponsored by Representative MOONEN of Portland. Cosponsored by Representatives: BOYER of Cape Elizabeth, FLYNN of Albion, FOLEY of Wells, MASTRACCIO of Sanford, MATHIESON of Kittery, Senator: BAILEY of York. (3-16) Bill "An Act to Expand Direct Health Care Service Arrangements" (H.P. 995) (L.D. 1511)
Sponsored by Representative MORRIS of Turner. Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-17) Bill "An Act to Establish the Maine Community Development Financial Institution Fund to Support Small Businesses, Rural Economic Development and Affordable Housing" (H.P. 984) (L.D. 1500)
Sponsored by Representative SACHS of Freeport. Cosponsored by President DAUGHTRY of Cumberland and Representatives: DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe, DUCHARME of Madison, Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, GERE of Kennebunkport, MALON of Biddeford, ROEDER of Bangor, Senators: RENY of Lincoln, STEWART of Aroostook. (3-18) Bill "An Act to Strengthen the Maine Development Foundation" (H.P. 1000) (L.D. 1516)
Sponsored by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick. Cosponsored by Representatives: BRIDGEO of Augusta, COLLAMORE of Pittsfield, CROCKETT of Portland, GERE of Kennebunkport, JULIA of Waterville, SAYRE of Kennebunk, WALKER of Naples, Senator: GUERIN of Penobscot. (3-19) Bill "An Act to Establish the Maine Eviction Prevention Program" (H.P. 1007) (L.D. 1522)
Sponsored by Representative RANA of Bangor. Cosponsored by Senator INGWERSEN of York and Representatives: GATTINE of Westbrook, GOLEK of Harpswell, MEYER of Eliot, STOVER of Boothbay. Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-20) Bill "An Act to Change the Laws Regarding Real Estate Appraisers" (H.P. 998) (L.D. 1514)
Sponsored by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick. Cosponsored by Senator BRADSTREET of Kennebec and Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, DOUDERA of Camden, DUCHARME of Madison, FLYNN of Albion, LAVIGNE of Berwick, MASTRACCIO of Sanford, O'HALLORAN of Brewer. Committee on LABORsuggested and ordered printed.
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(3-21) Bill "An Act to Create a Green Crab Only Wholesale Dealer License" (H.P. 987) (L.D. 1503)
Sponsored by Representative GOLEK of Harpswell. Cosponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington and Representatives: EATON of Deer Isle, FARRIN of Jefferson, HEPLER of Woolwich, RIELLY of Westbrook, SIMMONS of Waldoboro, STROUT of Harrington, THORNE of Carmel. Committee on MARINE RESOURCES suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-22) Resolve, Directing the Office of Procurement Services to Study Adapting the Procurement Process to the State Climate Action Plan (H.P. 978) (L.D. 1494)
Sponsored by Representative DOUDERA of Camden. Cosponsored by Senator BRENNER of Cumberland and Representatives: ANKELES of Brunswick, BRIDGEO of Augusta, CAMPBELL of Orrington, HEPLER of Woolwich, OSHER of Orono, RIELLY of Westbrook, Senator: TEPLER of Sagadahoc. (3-23) Bill "An Act to Limit Municipal Impact Fees on Housing Development" (H.P. 982) (L.D. 1498)
Sponsored by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. Cosponsored by Senator BRADSTREET of Kennebec and Representatives: BOYER of Poland, CHAPMAN of Auburn, Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, GERE of Kennebunkport, MINGO of Calais, MORRIS of Turner, Senators: BENNETT of Oxford, STEWART of Aroostook. (3-24) Bill "An Act to Replace Participation Thresholds with Approval Thresholds in Certain School, Municipal and County Measures" (H.P. 1002) (L.D. 1517)
Sponsored by Representative SATO of Gorham. Cosponsored by Representatives: BRIDGEO of Augusta, DEBRITO of Waterville, DHALAC of South Portland, MURPHY of Scarborough. (3-25) Bill "An Act to Enhance Legislative Participation in the Governor's Exercise of Emergency Powers" (H.P. 1009) (L.D. 1524)
Sponsored by Representative LEE of Auburn. Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT suggested and ordered printed.
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(3-26) Bill "An Act to Revoke the Tax-exempt Status of an Organization That Fails to Report Sexual Assaults Committed by Employees, Board Members, Volunteers or Affiliates" (H.P. 983) (L.D. 1499)
Sponsored by Representative MACIAS of Topsham. Cosponsored by Representatives: OSHER of Orono, RAY of Lincolnville. (3-27) Bill "An Act to Support Small Businesses by Providing a Refundable Tax Credit to Certain Businesses to Offset Credit and Debit Card Transaction Fees" (H.P. 988) (L.D. 1504)
Sponsored by Representative FARRIN of Jefferson. Cosponsored by Senator RENY of Lincoln and Representatives: CROCKETT of Portland, FLYNN of Albion, ROLLINS of Augusta, SIMMONS of Waldoboro, STOVER of Boothbay, TERRY of Gorham. (3-28) Bill "An Act to Phase out the Sales and Use Tax" (H.P. 989) (L.D. 1505)
Sponsored by Representative RUDNICKI of Fairfield. Cosponsored by Representatives: CAMPBELL of Orrington, QUINT of Hodgdon, SWALLOW of Houlton, WHITE of Ellsworth. (3-29) Bill "An Act to Amend the Personal Property Tax Exemption for Individually Owned Personal Property" (H.P. 990) (L.D. 1506)
Sponsored by Representative GREENWOOD of Wales. (3-30) Bill "An Act to Exempt Wheelchair Adapted Vehicles from the Sales and Use Tax" (H.P. 999) (L.D. 1515)
Sponsored by Representative ARATA of New Gloucester. Cosponsored by Senator BICKFORD of Androscoggin and Representatives: BISHOP of Bucksport, BRENNAN of Portland, COOPER of Windham, OLSEN of Raymond, SAYRE of Kennebunk, WOOD of Norway, ZAGER of Portland, Senator: RENY of Lincoln. (3-31) Bill "An Act to Reduce the Income Tax Paid by Volunteers for Mileage Reimbursements" (H.P. 1005) (L.D. 1520)
Sponsored by Representative CRAFTS of Newcastle. Committee on TAXATIONsuggested and ordered printed.
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(3-32) Bill "An Act to Clarify the Law Regarding Tinted Windows in Motor Vehicles" (H.P. 992) (L.D. 1508)
Sponsored by Representative SHAGOURY of Hallowell. Cosponsored by Senator HICKMAN of Kennebec and Representatives: ANKELES of Brunswick, MONTELL of Gardiner.
Committee on TRANSPORTATIONsuggested and ordered printed.
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(4-1) On motion of Representative TUELL of East Machias, the following Joint Order: (H.P. 1001)
ORDERED, the Senate concurring, that the Office of the Executive Director of the Maine Legislature shall develop a series of recommendations for using social media to expand public access to proceedings of the Senate and House of Representatives and to meetings of committees. The recommendations must include the development of applications to make the proceedings and meetings available on streaming platforms such as Roku and Amazon as well as broadcast and simulcast of proceedings on social media platforms, including, but not limited to, Facebook and X, formerly known as Twitter, while ensuring the security of the broadcast against unauthorized access or control. In developing the recommendations, the office shall explore the reintroduction of broadcast and simulcast of committee YouTube channels that were established during the COVID‑19 pandemic; and be it further
ORDERED, that the Office of the Executive Director shall submit its findings and recommendations, including an estimate of the cost and time needed to implement the recommendations, to the Legislative Council no later than December 15, 2025.
Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT suggested.
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SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR
In accordance with House Rule 519 and Joint Rule 213, the following items: Recognizing: (5-1) Michael and Ruth Hood, of New Sweden, who are celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary on April 5, 2025. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 169) Presented by Representative BABIN of Fort Fairfield. Cosponsored by Senator BERNARD of Aroostook.
(5-2) the Honorable Donald P. Berry, of Belmont, for his being selected as a recipient of the Maine Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association's "Rulers of the Games" recognition for his years of dedication to serving students. He is a longtime USA Track and Field Official and coached track and cross-country teams at Belfast Area High School from 1963 to 1998, including more than twenty-five State Champions. Mr. Berry also served in the Maine House of Representatives during the 118th, 119th, 120th and 121st Legislatures. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 171) Presented by Representative DODGE of Belfast. Cosponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo.
In Memory of: (5-3) Julia "Judy" Kahrl, of Arrowsic, Doctor of Philosophy in Adult Education, philanthropist and founder of Grandmothers for Reproductive Rights. Dr. Kahrl founded Grandmothers for Reproductive Rights in 2013 to help ensure that children and grandchildren have access to accurate and accessible reproductive health. Dr. Kahrl also worked with breastfeeding support agency La Leche League International, with Pathfinder International, the reproductive health charity founded by her father, Clarence Gamble, and with Planned Parenthood. In 2010, the Peruvian government recognized Dr. Kahrl with the Daniel Alcides Carrion Award for her work to reduce maternal mortality. Dr. Kahrl will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family, friends and community;
(HLS 170) Presented by Representative HEPLER of Woolwich. Cosponsored by Senator TEPLER of Sagadahoc, Representative CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham.
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Divided Report (6-1) Majority Report of the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Repeal the Law Prohibiting Unauthorized Paramilitary Training" (H.P. 203) (L.D. 303) Signed: Senator: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-2) Majority Report of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Remove State-imposed Referendum Requirements Regarding Nuclear Power" (H.P. 369) (L.D. 601) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-3) Majority Report of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass on Bill "An Act Concerning the Restoration of Electricity During Emergencies for Certain Medically Vulnerable Individuals Who Rely on Electronic Medical Apparatuses" (H.P. 401) (L.D. 633) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-4) Majority Report of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass on Bill "An Act to Expand Municipal Authority over Utility Pole Permits" (H.P. 559) (L.D. 873) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representative: _________________________________ (6-5) Majority Report of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Remove the 5 Cent Fee for Bags in Retail Stores" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 20) (L.D. 56) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-6) Majority Report of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Repeal the Law Restricting the Use of Certain Plastic, Paper and Single-use Bags" (H.P. 33) (L.D. 69) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-7) Majority Report of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Protect Coastal Property by Allowing Property Owners to Protect Their Existing Dwellings" (H.P. 317) (L.D. 488) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-8) Majority Report of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES reporting Ought Not to Pass on Bill "An Act to Require Rules Designed to Reduce Climate Change to Include Estimates of the Reduction in Adverse Climate Effects and of the Cost to Consumers" (H.P. 324) (L.D. 495) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-9) Majority Report of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES reporting Ought to Pass on Bill "An Act to Allow for Rescission of a Site Location of Development Permit When a Development Is Decommissioned" (H.P. 447) (L.D. 708) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-10) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-40) on RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Establish That All Maine Residents Have Equal Rights Under the Law (H.P. 163) (L.D. 260) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same RESOLUTION.
Signed: Senator: 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) (H.P. 495) (L.D. 765) Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing the Controlled Substances Prescription Monitoring Program" Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass (7-2) (H.P. 54) (L.D. 90) Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Chapter 6: Delegation of Nursing Activities and Tasks to Unlicensed Assistive Personnel by Registered Professional Nurses, a Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation, State Board of Nursing (EMERGENCY) Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-41) (7-3) (H.P. 174) (L.D. 271) Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Chapter 12: Fees for Kickboxing Contests and Authorized Participants, a Major Substantive Rule of the Combat Sports Authority of Maine (EMERGENCY) Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-38) (7-4) (H.P. 175) (L.D. 272) Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Chapter 2: Fees for Muay Thai Contests and Authorized Participants, a Major Substantive Rule of the Combat Sports Authority of Maine (EMERGENCY) Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-37) (7-5) (H.P. 193) (L.D. 293) Bill "An Act to Eliminate the Debt Limit of the Boothbay Region Water District" Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGYreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-39)
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Resolves (10-1) Resolve, to Name a Railroad Crossing in Wiscasset the James Weldon Johnson Crossing (S.P. 109) (L.D. 243) (10-2) Resolve, to Rename the Shapleigh Bridge the Shapleigh Veterans Memorial Bridge (S.P. 249) (L.D. 569) (10-3) Resolve, to Rename the Salmon Falls Bridge Between Buxton and Hollis the Salmon Falls Veterans Memorial Bridge (S.P. 285) (L.D. 672) (10-4) Resolve, to Rename the Mill Pond Bridge the Sebago Veterans Memorial Bridge (S.P. 302) (L.D. 685) (10-5) Resolve, to Rename the Kezar Falls Bridge Between Porter and Parsonsfield the Kezar Falls Veterans Memorial Bridge (S.P. 303) (L.D. 686)
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 in Memory of Andrea Quaid, of Lewiston (HLS 87)
- CARRIED OVER to the next special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 519 on March 21, 2025. TABLED - February 25, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative LAJOIE of Lewiston. PENDING - ADOPTION.
2. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Maryalice Crofton, of Augusta (SLS 267)
- In Senate, READ and PASSED. - CARRIED OVER to the next special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 519 on March 21, 2025. TABLED - March 18, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative RIELLY of Westbrook. PENDING - PASSAGE.
3. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass - Minority (5) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act to Allow Expenditure of Maine Clean Election Act Funding for the Care of Candidates' Dependents" (H.P. 525) (L.D. 818)
TABLED - March 25, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative SUPICA of Bangor. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
4. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Brian Cummings, of Freeport (HLS 159)
TABLED - April 1, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative SACHS of Freeport. PENDING - PASSAGE.
5. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Rachel Eastman Feeley, of Auburn (HLS 160)
TABLED - April 1, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative SMITH of Palermo. PENDING - PASSAGE.
6. Expression of Legislative Sentiment in Memory of Marcia Ellen Noyes, of Portland (HLS 168)
TABLED - April 3, 2025 (Till Later Today) by Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook. PENDING - ADOPTION.
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(1-1) Bill "An Act to Support Farmland Conservation" (S.P. 612) (L.D. 1528) (1-2) Bill "An Act to Enhance the Protection of High-value Natural Resources Statewide" (S.P. 613) (L.D. 1529)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY and ordered printed.
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(1-3) Bill "An Act to Create a State Employee Compensation Stabilization Fund" (S.P. 623) (L.D. 1539)
Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed.
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTand ordered printed.
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(1-4) Bill "An Act to Allow the Emergency Medical Services' Board to Assess Civil Penalties for the Noncompliance of Emergency Medical Services Persons with the Requirement to Administer Naloxone Hydrochloride in Compliance with Trainings and Procedures Developed by the Board" (S.P. 593) (L.D. 1452) (1-5) Bill "An Act to Change the Permissible Hours and Penalities Pertaining to the Use of Consumer Fireworks" (S.P. 610) (L.D. 1526) (1-6) Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Bail" (S.P. 620) (L.D. 1536)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY and ordered printed.
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(1-7) Bill "An Act to Ensure the Retention of R1 Research Institution Status by the University of Maine" (S.P. 617) (L.D. 1533)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRSand ordered printed.
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(1-8) Bill "An Act to Reduce Illegal Cannabis Operations by Requiring Permits for High Electrical Usage" (S.P. 619) (L.D. 1535)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGYand ordered printed.
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(1-9) Bill "An Act Regarding Compensation Fees and Related Conservation Efforts for Solar and Wind Energy Development and High-impact Electric Transmission Lines Under the Site Location of Development Laws" (S.P. 599) (L.D. 1458)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES and ordered printed.
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(1-10) Resolve, Regarding Personal Care Agency Licensing Rules (S.P. 583) (L.D. 1442) (1-11) Bill "An Act to Ensure the Financial Stability of Behavioral Health Service Providers and Housing Assistance Providers" (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 584) (L.D. 1443) (1-12) Resolve, Directing the Department of Health and Human Services to Expedite Reimbursement of All Vendors (S.P. 588) (L.D. 1447) (1-13) Bill "An Act to Support Community Violence Prevention and Intervention Programs" (S.P. 602) (L.D. 1487) (1-14) Resolve, to Provide Stability to Long-term Care Facility Funding (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 604) (L.D. 1489)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESand ordered printed.
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(1-15) Bill "An Act to Prevent Financial Exploitation of Maine Residents 62 Years of Age or Older" (S.P. 586) (L.D. 1445) (1-16) Bill "An Act to Improve the Sustainability of Emergency Medical Services in Maine" (S.P. 614) (L.D. 1530)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES and ordered printed.
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(1-17) Resolve, to Establish the Innovative Factory-made Housing Working Group (S.P. 594) (L.D. 1453) (1-18) Bill "An Act Enabling Municipalities to Protect Tenants and Stabilize Rents" (S.P. 618) (L.D. 1534)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTand ordered printed.
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(1-19) Bill "An Act to Provide Winter Access to the Bog Lake Public Boat Launch in Northfield" (S.P. 589) (L.D. 1448) (1-20) Bill "An Act to Expand the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Outdoor Education Programs to Schools and Communities" (S.P. 616) (L.D. 1532)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFEand ordered printed.
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(1-21) Bill "An Act to Prevent Foreclosures Without Strict Compliance with Notice Requirements" (S.P. 585) (L.D. 1444)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY and ordered printed.
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(1-22) Bill "An Act to Fairly Compensate Teachers for Overtime Hours" (S.P. 607) (L.D. 1492) (1-23) Bill "An Act to Index Unemployment Benefits to the Unemployment Rate" (S.P. 622) (L.D. 1538)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on LABOR and ordered printed.
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(1-24) Resolve, Requiring the Commissioner of Administrative and Financial Services to Conduct a Study of the State's Grant, Contracting and Procurement Practices (S.P. 590) (L.D. 1449) (1-25) Bill "An Act to Redefine 'Term' in the Law Governing Term Limits for Constitutional Offices" (S.P. 595) (L.D. 1454) (1-26) Bill "An Act to Validate Certain Referendum Proceedings Conducted by the City of South Portland" (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 601) (L.D. 1483)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTand ordered printed.
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(1-27) Bill "An Act to Provide a Tax Credit for New Attorneys Practicing in Underserved Areas" (S.P. 606) (L.D. 1491) (1-28) Bill "An Act to Eliminate Tax and Wage Incentives for Visual Media Production Companies" (S.P. 608) (L.D. 1493) (1-29) Resolve, to Establish the Commission to Study Lowering Property Taxes by Revising the State-Municipal Revenue Sharing Program (S.P. 621) (L.D. 1537)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TAXATION and ordered printed.
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(1-30) Bill "An Act to Strengthen Coordination of Community Transportation" (S.P. 592) (L.D. 1451) (1-31) Resolve, to Allow the Maine Turnpike Authority to Conduct a Pilot Program to Implement Automated Speed Control Systems in Highway Work Zones (S.P. 598) (L.D. 1457) (1-32) Bill "An Act to Better Protect Animal-drawn Vehicles and Motorists on Public Roadways" (S.P. 615) (L.D. 1531)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TRANSPORTATION and ordered printed.
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(1-33) RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Lower the Voting Age to 16 Years of Age (S.P. 587) (L.D. 1446) (1-34) Bill "An Act to Prevent Illegal Cannabis Growing Operations in the State" (S.P. 596) (L.D. 1455) (1-35) Bill "An Act to Expand the Number of On-premises Retail Liquor Licenses a Liquor Manufacturer May Be Issued" (S.P. 597) (L.D. 1456) (1-36) Bill "An Act Regarding Cannabis Testing and the Manufacture of Cannabis and Hemp Products" (S.P. 603) (L.D. 1488) (1-37) Bill "An Act to Allow Nonprofit Organizations to Sell Progressive Pull-tab Games and to Offer Partner-assisted Beano and to Establish New Guidelines for the Expansion of Gambling" (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 605) (L.D. 1490) (1-38) Bill "An Act to Require Postage Prepaid Envelopes Be Provided for the Return of Absentee Ballots" (S.P. 611) (L.D. 1527)
Come from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRSand ordered printed.
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