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132nd MAINE LEGISLATURE |
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LD 502 |
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LR 1010(01) |
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An Act to Promote
Clean and Affordable Maine-sourced Bioenergy by Amending the Law Regarding
Outdoor Wood Boilers and Outdoor Pellet Boilers |
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Preliminary Fiscal
Impact Statement for Original Bill |
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Sponsor: Rep. Ardell of Monticello |
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Committee: Environment and Natural Resources |
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Fiscal Note Required: Yes |
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| Preliminary
Fiscal Impact Statement |
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FY 2025-26 |
FY 2026-27 |
Projections FY 2027-28 |
Projections FY 2028-29 |
| Net Cost
(Savings) |
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General Fund |
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$109,480 |
$117,482 |
$119,494 |
$124,326 |
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| Appropriations/Allocations |
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General Fund |
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$109,480 |
$117,482 |
$119,494 |
$124,326 |
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| Fiscal Detail
and Notes |
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This bill changes
the emissions standards for outdoor wood boilers and requires the Department
of Environmental Protection (DEP) to adopt new rules regarding their use. The
DEP has indicated that these changes cannot be completed within existing
resources and that additional staffing is required. The DEP would require
ongoing General Fund appropriations of $109,480 in fiscal year 2025-26 and
$117,482 in fiscal year 2026-27 for one Environmental Specialist III position
and associated costs. |
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