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132nd MAINE LEGISLATURE |
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LD 502 |
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LR 1010(02) |
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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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Fiscal Note for
Bill as Amended by Committee Amendment " " |
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Committee: Environment and Natural Resources |
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Fiscal Note Required: Yes |
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| Fiscal Note |
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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 bill includes ongoing
General Fund appropriations to DEP of $109,480 starting in fiscal year
2025-26 and increasing to $117,482 in fiscal year 2026-27 for one
Environmental Specialist III position and associated costs. |
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