124th MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 107 LR 467(01)
An Act To Change the Classification of Man-made Wetlands
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement for Original Bill
Sponsor: Rep. Thomas of Ripley
Committee: Natural Resources
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement
2009-10 2010-11 Projections 2011-12 Projections 2012-13
Net Cost (Savings)
General Fund $20,500 $20,500 $20,500 $20,500
Revenue
General Fund ($20,500) ($20,500) ($20,500) ($20,500)
Fiscal Detail and Notes
This bill exempts certain man-made wetlands from state regulation under the Natural Resources Protection Act, eliminates the Department of Environmental Protection’s jurisdiction and results in lower DEP licensing fees. Additional related DEP staff costs can be absorbed within existing budgeted resources.