131st MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 713 LR 1934(01)
RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Dedicate a Portion of Sales and Use Taxes from All Motor Vehicle Sales and Motor Vehicle-related Sales to the Highway Fund for Road and Bridge Capital Improvements
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement for Original Bill
Sponsor: Rep. Andrews of Paris
Committee: Taxation
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement
Potential current biennium cost increase - General Fund
Referendum Costs Month/Year Election Type Question Length
Nov-23 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 requires production and delivery of a second ballot, an additional appropriation of $172,000 may be required.
Fiscal Detail and Notes
If enacted and ultimately approved by the voters, this bill would result in a loss of General Fund revenue of approximately $200 million annually and a corresponding increase in Highway Fund revenue.