124th MAINE LEGISLATURE
		LD 1333		LR 570(03)
	An Act To Establish Climate and Energy Planning in Maine
	Fiscal Note for Bill as Amended by Committee Amendment "   "
	Committee: Natural Resources
	Fiscal Note Required: Yes
Fiscal Note
Current biennium cost increase - Other Special Revenue Funds Current biennium revenue increase - Other Special Revenue Funds
Fiscal Detail and Notes
	The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) shall convene a stakeholder group to evaluate the options, actions and measures available to Maine people and businesses to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and incorporate these measures into State land use and licensing processes. The DEP may consult with the University of Maine and other higher education institutions to provide scientific and technical expertise.  The DEP is authorized to accept public and private funds for the costs incurred to convene the stakeholder group and prepare the required reports.  Any funds received will be deposited into the Maine Environmental Protection fund.  No estimate is made at this time of the costs related to these activities. Additional costs to the Department of Public Safety, the State Planning Office and higher education institutions associated with consulting with the stakeholder group and other administrative duties can be absorbed within existing budgeted resources.