132nd MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 1934 LR 1969(05)
An Act to Promote Responsible Outdoor Lighting
Fiscal Note for Senate Amendment " " to Committee Amendment "A"
Sponsor: Sen. Baldacci of Penobscot
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 ($15,000) $0 $0 $0
Appropriations/Allocations
General Fund ($15,000) $0 $0 $0
Fiscal Detail and Notes
This amendment removes the requirement that the Office of Community Affairs (OCA) develop and share a responsible outdoor lighting model ordinance with municipalities by September 30, 2026 and clarifies that OCA must develop the model ordinance when adequate resources are available to absorb the cost. The amendment removes the corresponding one-time General Fund appropriation to OCA of $15,000 in fiscal year 2025-26.

Any additional costs to the Maine Turnpike Authority from the provisions of this bill are expected to be minor and can be absorbed within existing budgeted resources.