122nd MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 1196 LR 2263(02)
An Act To Extend Civil Rights Protections to All People Regardless of Sexual Orientation
Fiscal Note for Bill as Amended by Committee Amendment " "
Committee: Judiciary
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
   
             
Fiscal Note
Current biennium cost increase - General Fund
Minor revenue increase - General Fund
Correctional and Judicial Impact Statements
This bill may increase the number of civil suits filed in the court system.
The collection of additional filings may increase General Fund revenue by minor amounts.
Referendum Costs Month/Year Election Type Question Length
Nov-05 General Referendum Standard
The Secretary of State's budget includes sufficient funds to accommodate one ballot of average length for the general election in November. If the number or size of the referendum questions increases the ballot length, an additional appropriation of $8,000 or more may be required.  A special election would require an additional appropriation of $121,392.