132nd MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 1522 LR 2260(01)
An Act to Establish the Maine Eviction Prevention Program
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement for Original Bill
Sponsor: Rep. Rana of Bangor
Committee: Housing and Economic Development
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement
FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 Projections  FY 2027-28 Projections  FY 2028-29
Net Cost (Savings)
General Fund $25,000,000 $25,000,000 $25,000,000 $25,000,000
Appropriations/Allocations
General Fund $25,000,000 $25,000,000 $25,000,000 $25,000,000
Fiscal Detail and Notes
This bill includes ongoing General Fund appropriations of $25.0 million per year beginning in fiscal year 2025-26 to the Maine State Housing Authority (MSHA) to establish and administer the Maine Eviction Prevention Program created to provide rental assistance to eligible individuals.  Additional costs to MSHA associated with the rulemaking process can be absorbed within existing budgeted resources.