132nd MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 307 LR 1521(02)
An Act Regarding Energy, Utilities and Technology
Fiscal Note for Bill as Amended by Committee Amendment " "
Committee: Energy, Utilities and Technology
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Fiscal Note
FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 Projections  FY 2027-28 Projections  FY 2028-29
Net Cost (Savings)
General Fund $0 $95,000 $0 $0
Appropriations/Allocations
General Fund $0 $95,000 $0 $0
Fiscal Detail and Notes
This bill requires the Department of Energy Resources (DOER) to convene the Maine Data Center Coordination Council to evaluate planning considerations for data center development in the State and submit a report of its findings. DOER has indicated that these responsibilities will require additional resources. The bill includes a one-time General Fund appropriation of $95,000 in fiscal year 2026-27 to DOER for contracted technical and facilitation support.
Additional costs to state agencies for participation in the council are expected to be minor and can be absorbed within existing budgeted resources.