125th MAINE LEGISLATURE
		LD 1882		LR 2818(02)
	An Act To Establish a Presidential Primary in the State
	Fiscal Note for Bill as Amended by Committee Amendment "   "
	Committee: Veterans and Legal Affairs
	Fiscal Note Required: Yes
Fiscal Note
Legislative Cost/Study
Legislative Cost/Study
	The projected expenses for one interim meeting of the Joint Standing Committee on Veterans and Legal Affairs are projected to be $2,125 in fiscal year 2012-13.  If an additional interim meeting is needed, the incremental cost of that meeting is estimated to be $1,625.   The Legislature's proposed budget includes $10,000 in fiscal year 2012-13 for legislative studies.  Whether the amount is sufficient to fund all studies will depend on the number of studies authorized by the Legislative Council and the Legislature.
Fiscal Detail and Notes
	Additional costs to the Department of Secretary of State associated with developing a timeline for a presidential primary and ensuring compliance with applicable laws can be absorbed within existing budgeted resources.