Update 2-28-19



 

One Hundred and Thirty-Second Legislature

Second Regular Session

 

Advance Journal and Calendar

 

Matthea E. L. Daughtry
President of the Senate

 

 

 

http://legislature.maine.gov/senate

Darek M. Grant
Secretary of the Senate

 

 

2nd Legislative Day

 

In Senate Chamber, Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

 

Senate called to Order by President Matthea E. Larsen Daughtry of Cumberland County.

 

Prayer by Pastor Nic Benner of Granite Hill Church in Hallowell.

 

National Anthem Performed by Sara Richardson of Portland.

 

Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Joseph Baldacci of Penobscot County.

 

Reading of the Journal of Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

 

 

 

_________________________________

 

 


COMMUNICATIONS

 

 

(2-1)  The Following Communication:

H.P. 1372

 

STATE OF MAINE

CLERK'S OFFICE

2 STATE HOUSE STATION

AUGUSTA, MAINE  04333-0002

 

December 3, 2025

 

Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau

Speaker of the House

132nd Legislature

 

Honorable Matthea Daughtry

President of the Senate

132nd Legislature

 

Dear Mr. Speaker and Madam President:

 

On December 3, 2025, 32 bills were received by the Clerk of the House.

 

Pursuant to the provisions of Joint Rule 308.2, these bills were referred to the Joint Standing Committees on December 3, 2025, as follows:

 

Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry

 

Bill "An Act Regarding Distributions from the Stipend Fund for Agricultural Fair Competitions and Events" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1356) (L.D. 2026) (Sponsored by Representative PLUECKER of Warren) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Portions of Chapter 1:  Fee Schedule, a Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Maine Land Use Planning Commission (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1369) (L.D. 2039) (Submitted by the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Maine Land Use Planning Commission pursuant to the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 5, section 8072.)

 

Bill "An Act to Survey Food Insecurity in Maine" (H.P. 1370) (L.D. 2040) (Sponsored by Representative PLUECKER of Warren) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 


Criminal Justice and Public Safety

 

Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Carbon Monoxide Detectors" (H.P. 1342) (L.D. 2012) (Sponsored by Representative BUNKER of Farmington) (Submitted by the Department of Public Safety pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Eliminate the Thermal Imaging Camera Program" (H.P. 1346) (L.D. 2016) (Sponsored by Representative BUNKER of Farmington) (Submitted by the Department of Public Safety pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Education and Cultural Affairs

 

Bill "An Act to Update the Funding Method for Career and Technical Education Programs" (H.P. 1344) (L.D. 2014) (Sponsored by Representative MURPHY of Scarborough) (Submitted by the Department of Education pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Require Superintendents of School Administrative Units to Report Data Related to Educator Vacancies" (H.P. 1345) (L.D. 2015) (Sponsored by Representative SARGENT of York) (Submitted by the Department of Education pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Update Certain Statutes Governing School Nutrition" (H.P. 1347) (L.D. 2017) (Sponsored by Representative MURPHY of Scarborough) (Submitted by the Department of Education pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Update Department of Education Reporting Requirements" (H.P. 1350) (L.D. 2020) (Sponsored by Representative MURPHY of Scarborough) (Submitted by the Department of Education pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Support Funding for Educational Programs and Opportunities" (H.P. 1364) (L.D. 2034) (Sponsored by Representative BRENNAN of Portland) (Submitted by the Department of Education pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Energy, Utilities and Technology

 

Bill "An Act to Require Maine Transmission and Distribution Utility Participation in a Regional Transmission Organization" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1368) (L.D. 2038) (Sponsored by Representative KESSLER of South Portland) (Submitted by the Office of the Public Advocate pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Eliminate the Debt Limit of the North Jay Water District" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1371) (L.D. 2041) (Sponsored by Representative LYMAN of Livermore Falls) (Cosponsored by Senator MARTIN of Oxford)

 


Environment and Natural Resources

 

Bill "An Act to Clarify the Approval Process for and the Operation of the Commingling Program for the Management of Beverage Containers" (H.P. 1366) (L.D. 2036) (Sponsored by Representative CAMPBELL of Orrington) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Update the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Allowances" (H.P. 1367) (L.D. 2037) (Sponsored by Representative KESSLER of South Portland) (Submitted by the Department of Environmental Protection pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Health and Human Services

 

Bill "An Act to Add an Online Option for Reporting of Suspected Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of Adults" (H.P. 1351) (L.D. 2021) (Sponsored by Representative MEYER of Eliot) (Submitted by the Department of Health and Human Services pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services

 

Bill "An Act to Remove the MaineCare Program from the Prescription Drug Benefit Provisions in the Maine Insurance Code" (H.P. 1341) (L.D. 2011) (Sponsored by Representative MASTRACCIO of Sanford) (Submitted by the Department of Health and Human Services pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Licensure of Wholesalers and Manufacturers Under the Maine Pharmacy Act" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1349) (L.D. 2019) (Sponsored by Representative MATHIESON of Kittery) (Submitted by the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Expand the Scope of Practice of Independent Practice Dental Hygienists" (H.P. 1360) (L.D. 2030) (Sponsored by Representative MASTRACCIO of Sanford) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Inland Fisheries and Wildlife

 

Resolve, to Establish a Working Group to Identify Ways to Manage Moorings on Inland Waters (H.P. 1353) (L.D. 2023) (Sponsored by Representative DILL of Old Town) (Submitted by the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Judiciary

 

Bill "An Act to Amend the Extreme Risk Protection Order Procedure" (H.P. 1362) (L.D. 2032) (Sponsored by Representative KUHN of Falmouth) (Submitted by the Judicial Department pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 


Labor

 

Bill "An Act to Amend the Requirements Governing Self-insurance Plans in the Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Program" (H.P. 1348) (L.D. 2018) (Sponsored by Representative MATHIESON of Kittery) (Submitted by the Department of Labor pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Clarify the Setting of Group Life Insurance Coverage Levels Under the Maine Public Employees Retirement System" (H.P. 1352) (L.D. 2022) (Sponsored by Representative ROEDER of Bangor) (Submitted by the Maine Public Employees Retirement System pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Increase the Fee Cap for the Board of Licensing of Auctioneers" (H.P. 1365) (L.D. 2035) (Sponsored by Representative ROEDER of Bangor) (Submitted by the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Marine Resources

 

Bill "An Act to Authorize the Commissioner of Marine Resources to Adopt Emergency Rules to Protect Certain Marine Mammals in Exceptional Circumstances" (H.P. 1343) (L.D. 2013) (Sponsored by Representative HEPLER of Woolwich) (Submitted by the Department of Marine Resources pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Make Changes to Certain Licensing Laws Governing For-hire Charter Boat Operators, Lobster and Crab Fishing and Elver Dealers" (H.P. 1354) (L.D. 2024) (Sponsored by Representative HEPLER of Woolwich) (Submitted by the Department of Marine Resources pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Create a Limited-purpose License for Aquaculture Nursery and Husbandry Activities and to Clarify the Aquaculture Lease Amendment Process" (H.P. 1355) (L.D. 2025) (Sponsored by Representative RIELLY of Westbrook) (Submitted by the Department of Marine Resources pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Offer Military Veterans a 50 Percent Discount on the License Fee for a Commercial Shellfish License" (H.P. 1361) (L.D. 2031) (Sponsored by Representative TUELL of East Machias)

 

Taxation

 

Bill "An Act Updating References to the United States Internal Revenue Code of 1986 Contained in the Maine Revised Statutes" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1340) (L.D. 2010) (Sponsored by Representative SAYRE of Kennebunk) (Submitted by the Department of Administrative and Financial Services pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 


Transportation

 

Resolve, to Rename a Bridge in Woolwich the Woolwich Veterans Memorial Bridge (H.P. 1357) (L.D. 2027) (Sponsored by Representative HEPLER of Woolwich) (Cosponsored by Senator TEPLER of Sagadahoc) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Resolve, to Rename a Bridge in West Forks Plantation and The Forks Plantation the Gordon Clifton Berry, Sr. Bridge (H.P. 1358) (L.D. 2028) (Sponsored by Representative CARUSO of Caratunk) (Cosponsored by Senator BLACK of Franklin) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Resolve, to Name the New East Main Street Bridge in Dover-Foxcroft in Honor of Private Willard Merrill and Private Barton Merrill, Jr. (H.P. 1359) (L.D. 2029) (Sponsored by Representative PERKINS of Dover-Foxcroft) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Resolve, to Designate Route 3 in Trenton as the Deputy Luke Gross Memorial Highway (H.P. 1363) (L.D. 2033) (Sponsored by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor) (Cosponsored by Representatives: BISHOP of Bucksport, MCINTYRE of Lowell, WHITE of Ellsworth, Senator: STEWART of Aroostook) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Robert B. Hunt

Clerk of the House

 

S/Darek M. Grant

Secretary of the Senate

 

 

Comes from the House, READ and ORDERED PLACED ON FILE.

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

 


(2-2)  The Following Communication:

H.P. 1380

 

STATE OF MAINE

CLERK'S OFFICE

2 STATE HOUSE STATION

AUGUSTA, MAINE  04333-0002

 

December 9, 2025

 

Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau

Speaker of the House

132nd Legislature

 

Honorable Matthea Daughtry

President of the Senate

132nd Legislature

 

Dear Mr. Speaker and Madam President:

 

On December 9, 2025, 7 bills were received by the Clerk of the House.

 

Pursuant to the provisions of Joint Rule 308.2, these bills were referred to the Joint Standing Committees on December 9, 2025, as follows:

 

Education and Cultural Affairs

 

Bill "An Act to Dissolve the Great Salt Bay Community School District" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1374) (L.D. 2050) (Sponsored by Representative CRAFTS of Newcastle) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Resolve, to Study the Use of Technology in Classrooms and Study Safeguards Related to Its Use (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1376) (L.D. 2052) (Sponsored by Representative SARGENT of York) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Health and Human Services

 

Bill "An Act to Ensure Access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in Maine" (H.P. 1375) (L.D. 2051) (Sponsored by Representative PLUECKER of Warren) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Inland Fisheries and Wildlife

 

Bill "An Act to Clarify the Laws Regarding Moose Hunting Permits for Hunting Outfitters" (H.P. 1378) (L.D. 2054) (Sponsored by Representative MASON of Lisbon) (Submitted by the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Amend or Correct Certain Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Laws" (H.P. 1379) (L.D. 2055) (Sponsored by Representative ROBERTS of South Berwick) (Submitted by the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)


Labor

 

Bill "An Act to Clarify Indemnification When Seeking Remedy for Labor Law Violations" (H.P. 1373) (L.D. 2049) (Sponsored by Representative BECK of South Portland) (Cosponsored by Senator TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland and Representatives: Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, GEIGER of Rockland, MACIAS of Topsham, Senators: President DAUGHTRY of Cumberland, TIPPING of Penobscot) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Transportation

 

Bill "An Act to Improve Safety by Allowing the Use of Variable-message Signs on Public Service Vehicles" (H.P. 1377) (L.D. 2053) (Sponsored by Representative CRAFTS of Newcastle) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Robert B. Hunt

Clerk of the House

 

S/Darek M. Grant

Secretary of the Senate

 

 

Comes from the House, READ and ORDERED PLACED ON FILE.

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

 


(2-3)  The Following Communication:

H.P. 1390

 

STATE OF MAINE

CLERK'S OFFICE

2 STATE HOUSE STATION

AUGUSTA, MAINE  04333-0002

 

December 15, 2025

 

Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau

Speaker of the House

132nd Legislature

 

Honorable Matthea Daughtry

President of the Senate

132nd Legislature

 

Dear Mr. Speaker and Madam President:

 

On December 15, 2025, 9 bills were received by the Clerk of the House.

 

Pursuant to the provisions of Joint Rule 308.2, these bills were referred to the Joint Standing Committees on December 15, 2025, as follows:

 

Criminal Justice and Public Safety

 

Bill "An Act to Add Positions to the Maine State Police Executive Protection Unit" (H.P. 1386) (L.D. 2073) (Sponsored by Representative MOONEN of Portland) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing the Reporting of Incidents by Municipal Fire Chiefs" (H.P. 1389) (L.D. 2076) (Sponsored by Representative BUNKER of Farmington) (Submitted by the Department of Public Safety pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Environment and Natural Resources

 

Bill "An Act to Prohibit Landfill Expansion into Wetlands" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1383) (L.D. 2070) (Sponsored by Representative DILL of Old Town) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services

 

Bill "An Act to Expand Access to Vaccines Approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration by Allowing Pharmacists to Prescribe, Dispense and Administer Vaccines and Require Insurance Coverage" (EMERGENCY) (H.P. 1384) (L.D. 2071) (Sponsored by Representative CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham) (Cosponsored by Representatives: ARATA of New Gloucester, ARFORD of Brunswick, Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, MATHIESON of Kittery, SHAGOURY of Hallowell) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)


Bill "An Act to Make Changes to the Laws Governing Financial Institutions and to Eliminate Certain Administrative Fees Paid by Banks and Credit Unions Under the Maine Consumer Credit Code" (H.P. 1385) (L.D. 2072) (Sponsored by Representative MATHIESON of Kittery) (Submitted by the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Bill "An Act to Update the Requirements for Social Worker Licensure" (H.P. 1387) (L.D. 2074) (Sponsored by Representative MASTRACCIO of Sanford) (Submitted by the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

State and Local Government

 

Bill "An Act Designating July 21st as Maine Commercial Fishing Remembrance Day" (H.P. 1382) (L.D. 2069) (Sponsored by Representative TUELL of East Machias) (Cosponsored by Representatives: EATON of Deer Isle, HEPLER of Woolwich, STROUT of Harrington, Senator: MOORE of Washington) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Taxation

 

Resolve, to Authorize the State Tax Assessor to Convey the Interest of the State in Certain Real Estate in the Unorganized Territory (H.P. 1388) (L.D. 2075) (Sponsored by Representative SAYRE of Kennebunk) (Submitted by the Department of Administrative and Financial Services pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Transportation

 

Bill "An Act to Bring the Law Governing Emergency Equipment for Trucks and Truck Tractors into Alignment with the Federal Motor Carrier Laws" (H.P. 1381) (L.D. 2068) (Sponsored by Representative WHITE of Guilford) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 203.)

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Robert B. Hunt

Clerk of the House

 

S/Darek M. Grant

Secretary of the Senate

 

 

Comes from the House, READ and ORDERED PLACED ON FILE.

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

 

 


(2-4)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 689

 

STATE OF MAINE

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

AUGUSTA, MAINE

 

January 8, 2026

 

The Honorable Matthea Daughtry

President of the Senate

3 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Re:       Nominations to the Maine Milk Commission

 

Dear President Daughtry:

 

It is my pleasure to nominate the following individuals to the Maine Milk Commission:

 

·         William J. Randall of Palmyra for appointment

·         Timothy D. Drake of China for reappointment

 

Pursuant to Title 7, MRSA §2952, these nominations are contingent on confirmation by the Maine Senate after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry.

 

Thank you for your assistance with this matter.

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Janet T. Mills

Governor

 

 

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

 


(2-5)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 690

 

STATE OF MAINE

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

AUGUSTA, MAINE

 

January 8, 2026

 

The Honorable Matthea Daughtry

President of the Senate

3 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Re:       Nominations to the Marine Resources Advisory Council

 

Dear President Daughtry:

 

It is my pleasure to nominate the following individuals to the Marine Resources Advisory Council.

 

         James B. Arseneault, Sr. of Dresden for reappointment

         Jeffrey Auger of Phippsburg for appointment

         Travis Fifield of Stonington for appointment

         John Bigelow Marsh III of Bremen for reappointment

         Lewis Pinkham of Millbridge for appointment

         Timothy J. LaRochelle of Woolwich for appointment

 

Pursuant to Title 12 MRSA §6024, these nominations are contingent on confirmation by the Maine State Senate after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Marine Resources.

 

Thank you for your assistance with this matter.

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Janet T. Mills

Governor

 

 

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

 


(2-6)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 691

 

STATE OF MAINE

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

AUGUSTA, MAINE

 

January 8, 2026

 

The Honorable Matthea Daughtry

President of the Senate

3 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Re:       Nominations to the Maine Outdoor Heritage Fund Board

 

Dear President Daughtry:

 

It is my pleasure to nominate the following individuals to the Maine Outdoor Heritage Fund Board.

 

·         Erin E. Merrill of Cornville for reappointment

·         Eileen Bader Hall of Veazie for appointment

 

Pursuant to Title 12 MRSA §10308, these nominations are contingent on confirmation by the Maine State Senate after review by the Joint Standing committee on Environment and Natural Resources.

 

Thank you for your assistance with this matter.

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Janet T. Mills

Governor

 

 

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

 


(2-7)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 692

 

STATE OF MAINE

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

AUGUSTA, MAINE

 

January 8, 2026

 

The Honorable Matthea Daughtry

President of the Senate

3 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Re:       Nomination to the Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Advisory Council

 

Dear President Daughtry:

 

It is my pleasure to nominate Eric Ward of Greenville Junction to the Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Advisory Council.

 

Pursuant to Title 12 MRSA §10151, this nomination is contingent on confirmation by the Maine State Senate after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Inland Fisheries and Wildlife.

 

Thank you for your assistance with this matter.

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Janet T. Mills

Governor

 

 

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

 


(2-8)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 693

 

STATE OF MAINE

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR

AUGUSTA, MAINE

 

January 8, 2026

 

The Honorable Matthea Daughtry

President of the Senate

3 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Re:       Nomination to the Board of Environmental Protection

 

Dear President Daughtry:

 

It is my pleasure to nominate Brooke E. Barnes of Harpswell to the Board of Environmental Protection.

 

Pursuant to Title 38 MRSA §341-C, this nomination is contingent on confirmation by the Maine State Senate after review by the Joint Standing Committee on Environment and Natural Resources.

 

Thank you for your assistance with this matter.

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Janet T. Mills

Governor

 

 

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

 


(2-9)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 684

 

STATE OF MAINE

ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE

COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY

 

January 8, 2026

 

The Honorable Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry

President of the Senate of Maine

132nd Maine State Legislature

State House

Augusta, Maine 04333-0003

 

Dear Madam President:

 

In accordance with 3 M.R.S.A., Section 157, and with Joint Rule 505 of the Maine Legislature, the Joint Standing Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry has had under consideration the nomination of Peter Pray of Millinocket, for reappointment to the Maine Land Use Planning Commission.

 

After public hearing and discussion on this nomination, the Committee proceeded to vote on the motion to recommend to the Senate that this nomination be confirmed. The Committee Clerk called the roll with the following result:

 

YEAS       Senators                    2         Talbot Ross, R. of Cumberland, Black, R. of Franklin                       

 

                  Representatives         9         Pluecker, B. of Warren, Bunker, S. of Farmington, Cooper, M. of Windham, Cray, D. of Palmyra, Dill, J. of Old Town, Frost, S. of Belgrade, Guerrette, T. of Caribou, Hepler, A. of Woolwich, Jackson, C. of Oxford            

 

NAYS                                         0                                

                                                     

ABSENT                                     1         Sen. Ingwersen, H. of York               

 

Eleven members of the Committee having voted in the affirmative and zero in the negative, it was the vote of the Committee that the nomination of Peter Pray of Millinocket, for reappointment to the Maine Land Use Planning Commission be confirmed.

 

Signed,

 

S/Rachel  Talbot Ross                                                                                 S/Bill  Pluecker

Senate Chair                                                                                                 House Chair

 

 

_________________________________


(2-10)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 685

 

STATE OF MAINE

ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE

COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY

 

January 8, 2026

 

The Honorable Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry

President of the Senate of Maine

132nd Maine State Legislature

State House

Augusta, Maine 04333-0003

 

Dear Madam President:

 

In accordance with 3 M.R.S.A., Section 157, and with Joint Rule 505 of the Maine Legislature, the Joint Standing Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry has had under consideration the nomination of Wayne Jones of Trescott Twp, for appointment to the Maine Land Use Planning Commission.

 

After public hearing and discussion on this nomination, the Committee proceeded to vote on the motion to recommend to the Senate that this nomination be confirmed. The Committee Clerk called the roll with the following result:

 

YEAS       Senators                    1         Black, R. of Franklin              

 

                  Representatives         9         Pluecker, B. of Warren, Bunker, S. of Farmington, Cooper, M. of Windham, Cray, D. of Palmyra, Dill, J. of Old Town, Frost, S. of Belgrade, Guerrette, T. of Caribou, Hepler, A. of Woolwich, Jackson, C. of Oxford            

 

NAYS                                         0                                

                                                     

ABSENT                                     2         Sen. Talbot Ross, R. of Cumberland, Sen. Ingwersen, H. of York                       

 

Ten members of the Committee having voted in the affirmative and zero in the negative, it was the vote of the Committee that the nomination of Wayne Jones of Trescott Twp, for appointment to the Maine Land Use Planning Commission be confirmed.

Signed,

 

S/Rachel  Talbot Ross                                                                                 S/Bill  Pluecker

Senate Chair                                                                                                 House Chair

 

 

_________________________________


(2-11)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 686

 

STATE OF MAINE

ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE

COMMITTEE ON HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES

 

January 7, 2026

 

The Honorable Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry

President of the Senate of Maine

132nd Maine State Legislature

State House

Augusta, Maine 04333-0003

 

Dear Madam President:

 

In accordance with 3 M.R.S.A., Section 157, and with Joint Rule 505 of the Maine Legislature, the Joint Standing Committee on Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services has had under consideration the nomination of Dr. Richard Evans of Dover Foxcroft, for appointment to  the Advisory Council on Affordable Health Care.

 

After public hearing and discussion on this nomination, the Committee proceeded to vote on the motion to recommend to the Senate that this nomination be confirmed. The Committee Clerk called the roll with the following result:

 

YEAS       Senators                    2         Bailey, D. of York, Baldacci, J. of Penobscot                       

                  Representatives         8         Mathieson, K. of Kittery, Arford, P. of Brunswick, Boyer, M. of Cape Elizabeth, Cluchey, S. of Bowdoinham, Flynn, P. of Albion, Foley, R. of Wells, Mastraccio, A. of Sanford, Olsen, R. of Raymond               

 

NAYS       Senators                    0                                

 

                  Representatives         1         Cimino, M. of Bridgton                     

                                                     

ABSENT                                     2         Sen. Haggan, D. of Penobscot, Rep. Morris, J. of Turner                   

 

Ten members of the Committee having voted in the affirmative and one in the negative, it was the vote of the Committee that the nomination of Dr. Richard Evans of Dover Foxcroft, for appointment to  the Advisory Council on Affordable Health Care be confirmed.

 

Signed,

 

S/Donna  Bailey                                                                                           S/Kristi M. Mathieson

Senate Chair                                                                                                 House Chair

_________________________________


(2-12)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 687

 

STATE OF MAINE

ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE

COMMITTEE ON HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES

 

January 7, 2026

 

The Honorable Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry

President of the Senate of Maine

132nd Maine State Legislature

State House

Augusta, Maine 04333-0003

 

Dear Madam President:

 

In accordance with 3 M.R.S.A., Section 157, and with Joint Rule 505 of the Maine Legislature, the Joint Standing Committee on Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services has had under consideration the nomination of Amanda Burgess of Auburn, for appointment to  the Advisory Council on Affordable Health Care.

 

After public hearing and discussion on this nomination, the Committee proceeded to vote on the motion to recommend to the Senate that this nomination be confirmed. The Committee Clerk called the roll with the following result:

 

YEAS       Senators                    2         Bailey, D. of York, Baldacci, J. of Penobscot                       

                  Representatives         5         Mathieson, K. of Kittery, Flynn, P. of Albion, Foley, R. of Wells, Mastraccio, A. of Sanford, Olsen, R. of Raymond               

 

NAYS       Senators                    0                                

 

                  Representatives         1         Cimino, M. of Bridgton                     

                                                     

ABSENT                                     5         Sen. Haggan, D. of Penobscot, Rep. Arford, P. of Brunswick, Rep. Boyer, M. of Cape Elizabeth, Rep. Cluchey, S. of Bowdoinham, Rep. Morris, J. of Turner                    

 

Seven members of the Committee having voted in the affirmative and one in the negative, it was the vote of the Committee that the nomination of Amanda Burgess of Auburn, for appointment to  the Advisory Council on Affordable Health Care be confirmed.

 

Signed,

 

S/Donna  Bailey                                                                                           S/Kristi M. Mathieson

Senate Chair                                                                                                 House Chair

_________________________________


(2-13)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 688

 

STATE OF MAINE

ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE

COMMITTEE ON LABOR

 

January 7, 2026

 

The Honorable Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry

President of the Senate of Maine

132nd Maine State Legislature

State House

Augusta, Maine 04333-0003

 

Dear Madam President:

 

In accordance with 3 M.R.S.A., Section 157, and with Joint Rule 505 of the Maine Legislature, the Joint Standing Committee on Labor has had under consideration the nomination of Ann Freeman, Esq. of Portland, for reappointment to the Maine Labor Relations Board.

 

After public hearing and discussion on this nomination, the Committee proceeded to vote on the motion to recommend to the Senate that this nomination be confirmed. The Committee Clerk called the roll with the following result:

 

YEAS       Senators                    1         Rafferty, J. of York                

 

                  Representatives         8         Roeder, A. of Bangor, Archer, M. of Saco, Beck, M. of South Portland, Collins, A. of Sidney, Drinkwater, G. of Milford, Geiger, V. of Rockland, Macias, R. of Topsham, Soboleski, M. of Phillips                   

NAYS                                         0                                

                                                     

ABSENT                                     4         Sen. Tipping, M. of Penobscot, Sen. Bradstreet, D. of Kennebec, Rep. Libby, L. of Auburn, Rep. Skold, C. of Portland                        

 

Nine members of the Committee having voted in the affirmative and zero in the negative, it was the vote of the Committee that the nomination of Ann Freeman, Esq. of Portland, for reappointment to the Maine Labor Relations Board be confirmed.

 

Signed,

 

S/Michael  Tipping                                                                                      S/Amy Jean Roeder

Senate Chair                                                                                                 House Chair

 

 

_________________________________


(2-14)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 696

 

STATE OF MAINE

ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE

COMMITTEE ON CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY

 

January 7, 2026

 

Honorable Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry, President of the Senate

Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau, Speaker of the House

132nd Legislature

State House

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Dear President Daughtry and Speaker Fecteau:

 

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, we are writing to notify you that we have approved the request by the bill sponsor Sen. Bennett of Oxford, to report the following bill Leave to Withdraw:

 

L.D. 755          An Act to Prevent Opioid Overdose Deaths by Allowing Municipalities to Approve the Establishment of Overdose Prevention Centers

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Sen. Anne Beebe-Center                             S/Rep. Tavis Rock Hasenfus

Senate Chair                                                    House Chair

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

 

 


(2-15)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 695

 

STATE OF MAINE

ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE

COMMITTEE ON VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS

 

December 15, 2025

 

Honorable Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry, President of the Senate

Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau, Speaker of the House

132nd Legislature

State House

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Dear President Daughtry and Speaker Fecteau:

 

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, we are writing to notify you that we have approved the request by the bill sponsor Sen. Ingwersen of York, to report the following bill Leave to Withdraw:

 

L.D. 1983        An Act to Protect Minors from Intoxicating Hemp-derived Products by Regulating Those Products Under the Adult Use Cannabis Laws

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Sen. Craig V. Hickman                               S/Rep. Laura Supica

Senate Chair                                                    House Chair

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

 

 


(2-16)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 694

 

COMMISSION TO EVALUATE THE SCOPE OF REGULATORY REVIEW AND

OVERSIGHT OVER HEALTH CARE TRANSACTIONS THAT IMPACT THE

DELIVERY OF HEALTH CARE SERVICES IN THE STATE

 

January 9, 2026

 

The Honorable Matthea E.L. Daughtry, President

Maine State Senate

 

The Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau, Speaker

Maine House of Representatives

 

Dear President Daughtry and Speaker Fecteau:

 

            Pursuant to Resolve 2025, chapter 106, the Commission to Evaluate the Scope of Regulatory Review and Oversight over Health Care Transactions that Impact the Delivery of Health Care Services in the State is pleased to submit its final report.  Copies of the full report have been distributed to committees or individuals as directed by law and copies have been placed on file with the Law and Legislative Reference Library.  Others may access the full report on-line through the website of the Office of Policy and Legal Analysis at http://legislature.maine.gov/opla.

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Sen. Mike Tipping                                                   S/Rep. Michelle Boyer

Senate Chair                                                                House Chair

 

 

_________________________________

 

 


(2-17)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 697

 

MAINE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION

AUGUSTA, MAINE

 

January 9, 2026

 

Honorable Matthea Daughtry

President of the Senate

3 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Dear President Daughtry:

 

Pursuant to M.R.S.A., Section 12023, please consider this the letter of transmittal for the required report from the Maine Human Rights Commission due by February 1, 2026.

 

Please contact me if you have any questions or need additional information.

 

Thank you.

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Kit Thomson Crossman

Executive Director

 

 

_________________________________

 

 


(2-18)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 698

 

MAINE HEALTH AND HIGHER EDUCATIONAL

FACILITIES AUTHORITY

 

January 5, 2026

 

Honorable Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry

President of the Senate

3 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Honorable Ryan Michael Fecteau

Speaker of the House

2 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Dear President Daughtry and Speaker Fecteau:

 

Pursuant to M.R.S.A., Section 12023, please consider this the letter of transmittal for the required report from the Maine Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority due by February 1, 2026.

 

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or if you need additional information. I can be reached at 622-1958 or by email at Terry@mhhefa.com.

 

Thank you.

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Terry Hayes

Executive Director

 

 

_________________________________

 

 


(2-19)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 699

 

MAINE GOVERNMENTAL

FACILITIES AUTHORITY

 

January 5, 2026

 

Honorable Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry

President of the Senate

3 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Honorable Ryan Michael Fecteau

Speaker of the House

2 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Dear President Daughtry and Speaker Fecteau:

 

Pursuant to M.R.S.A., Section 12023, please consider this the letter of transmittal for the required report from the Maine Governmental Facilities Authority due by February 1, 2026.

 

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or if you need additional information. I can be reached at 622-9386 or by email at Terry@mgfa.com.

 

Thank you.

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Terry Hayes

Executive Director

 

 

_________________________________

 

 


(2-20)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 700

 

MAINE MUNICIPAL BOND BANK

 

January 5, 2026

 

Honorable Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry

President of the Senate

3 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Honorable Ryan Michael Fecteau

Speaker of the House

2 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Dear President Daughtry and Speaker Fecteau:

 

Pursuant to M.R.S.A., Section 12023, please consider this the letter of transmittal for the required report from the Maine Municipal Bond Bank due by February 1, 2026.

 

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or if you need additional information. I can be reached at 622-9386 or by email at Terry@mmbb.com.

 

Thank you.

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Terry Hayes

Executive Director

 

 

_________________________________

 

 


(2-21)  The Following Communication:

S.C. 701

 

MAINE STATE LEGISLATURE

OFFICE OF PROGRAM EVALUATION AND

GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY

 

January 9, 2026

 

The Honorable Craig V. Hickman, Senate Chair

The Honorable Anne-Marie Mastraccio, House Chair

Members of the Government Oversight Committee

82 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

The Honorable Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry, President of the Senate

Members of the 132nd Maine Senate

3 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

The Honorable Ryan D. Fecteau, President of the Senate

Members of the 132nd Maine House of Representatives

2 State House Station

Augusta, Maine 04333

 

Dear Government Oversight Committee Members, Senators and Representatives:

 

In accordance with 3 MRSA §995(4) I respectfully submit the Office of Program Evaluation and Government Accountability (OPEGA) Annual Report for 2025. OPEGA’s service to the Legislature as an independent, non-partisan resource is meant to support the important role  of legislative oversight and to help improve the performance of State government. We remain committed to serving Maine’s legislators and citizens as a trusted source of objective, credible information.

 

Sincerely,

 

S/Peter Schleck

Director

 

 

_________________________________

 

 


ORDERS

 

Joint Orders

 

 

(4-1)  On motion by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland, the following Joint Order:

S.P. 877

 

ORDERED, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 10:00 in the morning, or until the call of the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House, respectively.

 

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

Expressions of Legislative Sentiment recognizing:

 

(4-2)  James and Theresa Porter, of Calais, who celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary on December 20, 2025.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

SLS 1488

Sponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.

Cosponsored by Representative: MINGO of Calais.

 

 

 

(4-3)  Barbara Barnett, of Dennysville, who is retiring from Down East Hospice Volunteers after 28 years as Executive Director and after 35 years of public service.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

SLS 1489

Sponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.

Cosponsored by Representative: TUELL of East Machias.

 

 

 

(4-4)  Shelly MacNeill, of Biddeford, who was named the City of Biddeford 2025 Employee of the Year.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

SLS 1491

Sponsored by Senator INGWERSEN of York.

Cosponsored by Representatives: Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, GERE of Kennebunkport, MALON of Biddeford.

 

 

 


(4-5)  Paige Lessard, of Biddeford, who was named Miss Maine 2025.  Ms. Lessard, only the second Miss Maine from Biddeford, will go on to represent Maine in the upcoming Miss America Pageant.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

SLS 1492

Sponsored by Senator INGWERSEN of York.

Cosponsored by Representatives: Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, GERE of Kennebunkport, MALON of Biddeford.

 

 

 

(4-6)  Kim Cochrane, of Biddeford, who was named the City of Biddeford 2025 Volunteer of the Year.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

SLS 1493

Sponsored by Senator INGWERSEN of York.

Cosponsored by Representatives: Speaker FECTEAU of Biddeford, GERE of Kennebunkport, MALON of Biddeford.

 

 

 

(4-7)  Tom Doak, of Readfield, on his retirement from Maine Woodland Owners after 22 years of service.  Mr. Doak served as the lead advocate for small woodland owners at the Maine State House, where he consistently defended the Maine Tree Growth Tax Law.  The organization's land trust program grew to conserve more than 11,000 acres across more than 50 communities under his leadership, including the largest land donation in the group's history.  Mr. Doak was appointed by Governor Janet Mills to the Maine Forest Carbon Task Force.  He was instrumental in educating landowners on carbon sequestration markets and how small forests can contribute to the State's climate goals through programs like "Maine Won't Wait."  He also successfully managed the organization's commitment to keeping its conserved lands open to the public for activities like hiking and hunting while maintaining traditional uses like sustainable timber harvesting.  We extend our congratulations and best wishes;

SLS 1495

Sponsored by President DAUGHTRY of Cumberland.

Cosponsored by Senator: HICKMAN of Kennebec, Representative: HASENFUS of Readfield.

 

 

 

_________________________________

 

 


Joint Resolutions

 

Joint Resolutions in Memoriam:

 

WHEREAS, the Legislature has learned with deep regret of the death of:

 

(4-8)  James "Jim" Duncan Richards, Jr., of Lewiston.  A veteran of the United States Army, Mr. Richards served as an infantry squad leader in Austria during the post-war occupation.  He later began a career as a teacher on Long Island, New York.  Returning to Maine, he led the mathematics department at Mount Abram High School in Salem.  He then taught in Guilford before returning to his hometown of Greenville in 1979 to serve as principal of Greenville High School.  He nurtured the school's fine arts program, including putting on musicals and engaging in other stage events, such as hosting the Bangor Symphony Orchestra, The Nutcracker and the Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Maine.  In retirement, he taught at Holy Cross School in Lewiston.  Mr. Richards will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;

SLS 1490

 

 

Sponsored by Senator ROTUNDO of Androscoggin.

Cosponsored by Representatives: ABDI of Lewiston, LAJOIE of Lewiston, MCCABE of Lewiston.

 

 

WHEREAS, the Legislature has learned with deep regret of the death of:

 

(4-9)  John Kooistra, of Windham, a deputy chief of the Windham Fire Department.  Deputy Chief Kooistra dedicated his life to public service.  As a young paramedic, he worked for United Ambulance and B and L Ambulance.  He then began his career with the City of Portland Fire Department, where he served for 29 years as a paramedic firefighter, much of that service in collaboration with the Portland Police Department Special Response Team.  He retired from the City of Portland in January 2019 with the rank of lieutenant.  In February 2019, he began serving as the Deputy Chief - EMS/Training for the Town of Windham Fire Department, where he worked to ensure quality, compassionate and modern emergency medical care for his community.  Throughout his more than 32 years in public safety, Deputy Chief Kooistra provided training and education to hundreds of EMS clinicians, law enforcement officers, firefighters and others in public service and health care around the world.  He was especially passionate about tactical medicine, operational K9 care, infection control and community education, care and outreach.  Deputy Chief Kooistra will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;

SLS 1494

 

 

Sponsored by Senator NANGLE of Cumberland.

Cosponsored by Representatives: BAGSHAW of Windham, COOPER of Windham.

 

 


WHEREAS, the Legislature has learned with deep regret of the death of:

 

(4-10)  James Gregory Finn, Sr., of Bath.  Mr. Finn was a veteran of the United States Army.  He had a long career at Bath Iron Works that began in 1969.  He served as shop steward and in other elected roles in the IAM Local S6 union.  After retiring in 2004, he served as a mediator with the Maine Workers' Compensation Board.  A lifelong Roman Catholic, he was an active parishioner of Saint Mary's Catholic Church in Bath for 52 years, singing bass in the choir for more than three decades.  He also sang in the Oratorio Chorale for several years and in retirement sang in care facilities in Bath and Brunswick.  He was a Fourth Degree Knight of Columbus, and he and his wife Joann were invested as members of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem in 2017.  Mr. Finn will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;

SLS 1496

 

 

Sponsored by Senator TEPLER of Sagadahoc.

Cosponsored by Representative: SINCLAIR of Bath.

 

 

WHEREAS, the Legislature has learned with deep regret of the death of:

 

(4-11)  Charles Edward Fitz, of Bowdoin.  Mr. Fitz was a veteran of the United States Air Force.  He had a military career that included service during the Vietnam War, and he attained the rank of master sergeant.  After retiring from the military, he joined the United States Postal Service, where he had a 20-year career, and was a licensed instructor pilot for small aircraft.  He was a member of both the Topsham American Legion Post #202 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #2197.  Mr. Fitz will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;

SLS 1497

 

 

Sponsored by Senator TEPLER of Sagadahoc.

Cosponsored by Representatives: CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham, WEBB of Durham.

 

 

 

_________________________________

 

 


RECALLED FROM GOVERNOR'S DESK

 

An Act Regarding Cannabis Testing

S.P. 603  L.D. 1488
(S "B" S-409 to C "A" S-320)

 

 

(In Senate, June 17, 2025, PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.)

 

(RECALLED from the Governor's Desk, pursuant to Joint Order (S.P. 876).

 

_________________________________

 

 

RECALLED FROM GOVERNOR'S DESK

 

An Act to Establish the Maine Life Science Innovation Center

S.P. 651  L.D. 1643
(C "A" S-227; S "A" S-479)

 

 

(In Senate, June 25, 2025, PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.)

 

(RECALLED from the Governor's Desk, pursuant to Joint Order (S.P. 869).

 

_________________________________

 

 

RECALLED FROM GOVERNOR'S DESK

 

An Act to Increase Child Care Affordability and Early Childhood Educator Stability

S.P. 763  L.D. 1955
(S "A" S-483 to C "A" S-355)

 

 

(In Senate, June 25, 2025, PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.)

 

(RECALLED from the Governor's Desk, pursuant to Joint Order (S.P. 873).

 

_________________________________

 

 


RECALLED FROM GOVERNOR'S DESK

 

Emergency

 

Resolve, to Establish a Task Force to Create a Court Navigation Program Plan

S.P. 772  L.D. 1965
(C "A" S-383)

 

 

(In Senate, June 16, 2025, FINALLY PASSED, in concurrence.)

 

(RECALLED from the Governor's Desk, pursuant to Joint Order (S.P. 870).

 

_________________________________

 

 


ORDERS OF THE DAY

 

SPECIAL STUDY TABLE

 

 

1.

 

 

Emergency

Resolve, Establishing the Commission to Study Unmanaged Storm Water Pollution

H.P. 414  L.D. 646
(C "A" H-98)

 

 

Tabled - May 14, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in NON-CONCURRENCE

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

2.

 

 

Emergency

Resolve, to Establish the Committee to Study the Use of Sunflower Crops to Produce Biofuels and Other Products

S.P. 527  L.D. 1297
(C "A" S-42)

 

 

Tabled - May 14, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in NON-CONCURRENCE

 

 

_________________________________

 

 


3.

 

 

Emergency

Resolve, Establishing the Commission to Study MaineCare Estate Recovery

H.P. 102  L.D. 169
(C "A" H-129)

 

 

Tabled - May 21, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in concurrence

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

4.

 

Resolve, to Create the Commission to Study a Legislative Internship Program

H.P. 392  L.D. 624
(C "A" H-111)

 

 

Tabled - May 21, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in concurrence

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

5.

 

Resolve, to Establish the Commission to Study the Need to Codify or Recodify Laws Regarding Residential Community Ownership Associations by Adopting the Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act

S.P. 301  L.D. 760
(C "A" S-122)

 

 

Tabled - May 27, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in concurrence

 

 

_________________________________

 

 


6.

 

 

Emergency

Resolve, to Study the Feasibility of Establishing a Dedicated Family Court in Maine

H.P. 1072  L.D. 1618
(C "A" H-199)

 

 

Tabled - May 27, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in concurrence

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

7.

 

Resolve, to Study Maine's Absolute Dominion and Beneficial Use Laws Relating to Water Rights

H.P. 1131  L.D. 1696
(C "A" H-156)

 

 

Tabled - May 27, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in concurrence

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

8.

 

Resolve, Establishing the Commission to Study the Maine Tort Claims Act

S.P. 564  L.D. 1347
(C "A" S-132)

 

 

Tabled - May 28, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in concurrence

 

 

_________________________________

 

 


9.

 

Resolve, to Establish the Commission to Study the Reduction of Unfunded and Outdated Municipal and County Mandates

H.P. 402  L.D. 634
(C "A" H-259)

 

 

Tabled - June 2, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in concurrence

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

10.

 

 

Emergency

Resolve, to Establish the Commission to Ensure a Just and Equitable Energy Transition for Maine's Workforce

S.P. 576  L.D. 1420
(C "A" S-157)

 

 

Tabled - June 2, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in NON-CONCURRENCE

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

11.

 

 

Emergency

Resolve, to Establish the Commission to Study the Impact of Blockchain Technology and Cryptocurrency on Maine's Economy and the Risks of Fraud and Theft to Maine Consumers

S.P. 515  L.D. 1286
(C "A" S-240)

 

 

Tabled - June 9, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in concurrence

 

 

_________________________________


12.

 

 

Emergency

Resolve, to Establish the Commission to Study Consumer Grocery Pricing Fairness

H.P. 1265  L.D. 1894
(C "A" H-457)

 

 

Tabled - June 9, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in NON-CONCURRENCE

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

13.

 

Resolve, to Establish a Pilot Project to Facilitate the Inclusion of Economic Impact Statements in the Legislative Process

H.P. 1108  L.D. 1673
(C "A" H-562)

 

 

Tabled - June 10, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in concurrence

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

14.

 

 

Emergency

Resolve, to Establish the Working Group to Review and Update the Laws Governing Harness Racing

S.P. 358  L.D. 793
(C "A" S-376)

 

 

Tabled - June 13, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in concurrence

 

 

_________________________________

 


15.

 

Resolve, to Establish the Commission to Study and Recommend Solutions for Modernizing and Improving the Effectiveness of the Legislature

S.P. 657  L.D. 1649
(C "A" S-368)

 

 

Tabled - June 16, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in concurrence

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

16.

 

Resolve, to Establish the Commission to Study the Judicial Disciplinary Process

H.P. 1211  L.D. 1810
(C "A" H-680)

 

 

Tabled - June 16, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in concurrence

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

17.

 

An Act to Amend the Tax Expenditure Review Process and Centralize Incentive Data Collection

H.P. 726  L.D. 1107
(C "A" H-708)

 

 

Tabled - June 16, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - ENACTMENT in concurrence

 

 

_________________________________

 

 


18.

 

Resolve, to Establish a Commission to Study the Role of Private Equity in Maine's Economy and in Key Economic Sectors

H.P. 1302  L.D. 1943
(C "A" H-739)

 

 

Tabled - June 17, 2025 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland

 

Pending - FINAL PASSAGE in concurrence

 

 

_________________________________

 

 

SPECIAL APPROPRIATIONS TABLE

 


L.D. 13 - S.P. 26 (C "A" S-291)
L.D. 14 - S.P. 27 (C "A" S-55)
L.D. 18 - S.P. 30 (C "A" S-268)
L.D. 34 - S.P. 53 (C "A" S-213)
L.D. 52 - H.P. 16 (C "A" H-667)
L.D. 54 - H.P. 18 (C "A" H-136)
L.D. 60 - H.P. 24 (C "A" H-266)
L.D. 78 - H.P. 42 (C "A" H-113)
L.D. 105 - H.P. 70 (C "A" H-281)
L.D. 107 - H.P. 72 (C "A" H-237)
L.D. 111 - H.P. 76 (C "A" H-104)
L.D. 137 - S.P. 73 (C "A" S-194)
L.D. 140 - S.P. 76 (C "A" S-280)
L.D. 145 - S.P. 81 (C "A" S-281)
L.D. 182 - H.P. 115 (C "A" H-702)
L.D. 192 - H.P. 125 (C "A" H-256)
L.D. 195 - S.P. 95 (C "A" S-252)
L.D. 244 - S.P. 110 (C "A" S-411)
L.D. 249 - S.P. 116 (C "A" S-98)
L.D. 255 - S.P. 122 (C "A" S-121)
L.D. 260 - H.P. 163 (C "A" H-40)
L.D. 264 - H.P. 167 (C "A" H-730)
L.D. 273 - H.P. 176 (C "A" H-567)
L.D. 281 - S.P. 131 (C "A" S-71)
L.D. 298 - H.P. 198 (C "A" H-94)
L.D. 311 - H.P. 211 (C "A" H-54)
L.D. 317 - H.P. 217 (C "A" H-193)
L.D. 323 - H.P. 223 (C "A" H-209)
L.D. 326 - H.P. 226 (C "A" H-524)
L.D. 328 - H.P. 228 (C "A" H-102)
L.D. 331 - H.P. 231 (C "A" H-270)
L.D. 340 - H.P. 240 (C "A" H-678)
L.D. 355 - S.P. 141 (C "A" S-305)
L.D. 361 - S.P. 152 (C "A" S-143)
L.D. 415 - H.P. 269 (C "A" H-42)
L.D. 419 - H.P. 273 (C "A" H-572)
L.D. 435 - H.P. 289 (C "A" H-773)
L.D. 437 - H.P. 291 (C "A" H-396)
L.D. 441 - H.P. 295 (C "A" H-478)
L.D. 457 - S.P. 190 (C "A" S-20)
L.D. 461 - S.P. 194 (C "A" S-32)
L.D. 462 - S.P. 196 (C "A" S-21)
L.D. 467 - S.P. 205 (C "A" S-113)
L.D. 468 - S.P. 206 (C "A" S-10)
L.D. 477 - H.P. 306 (C "A" H-80)
L.D. 493 - H.P. 322 (C "A" H-300)
L.D. 496 - H.P. 325 (C "A" H-331)
L.D. 500 - H.P. 329 (C "A" H-288)
L.D. 504 - S.P. 222 (C "A" S-79)
L.D. 505 - S.P. 223 (C "A" S-179)
L.D. 510 - S.P. 228 (C "A" S-14)
L.D. 527 - H.P. 346 (C "A" H-715)
L.D. 534 - H.P. 353 (C "A" H-704)
L.D. 540 - H.P. 359 (C "A" H-144)
L.D. 549 - S.P. 199 (C "B" S-429)
L.D. 561 - S.P. 240 (C "A" S-225)
L.D. 562 - S.P. 241 (C "A" S-103)
L.D. 577 - S.P. 258 (C "A" S-380)
L.D. 579 - S.P. 260 (C "A" S-344)
L.D. 581 - S.P. 264 (C "A" S-70)
L.D. 582 - S.P. 265 (C "A" S-63)
L.D. 592 - S.P. 276 (C "A" S-385)
L.D. 593 - S.P. 277 (C "A" S-83)
L.D. 599 - S.P. 283 (C "A" S-114)
L.D. 604 - H.P. 372 (C "A" H-239)
L.D. 616 - H.P. 384 (C "A" H-262)
L.D. 629 - H.P. 397 (C "A" H-56)
L.D. 641 - H.P. 409 (C "A" H-227)
L.D. 666 - H.P. 434 (C "A" H-170)
L.D. 679 - S.P. 294 (C "A" S-168)
L.D. 681 - S.P. 296 (C "A" S-175)
L.D. 696 - S.P. 313 (C "A" S-112)
L.D. 700 - S.P. 317 (C "A" S-60)
L.D. 703 - H.P. 442 (C "A" H-64)
L.D. 715 - H.P. 454 (C "A" H-525)
L.D. 721 - H.P. 460 (C "A" H-257)
L.D. 739 - H.P. 481 (C "A" H-472)
L.D. 748 - H.P. 490 (C "A" H-229)
L.D. 756 - S.P. 271 (C "A" S-354)
L.D. 761 - S.P. 320 (C "A" S-56)
L.D. 783 - S.P. 341 (C "A" S-34)
L.D. 794 - S.P. 359 (C "A" S-47)
L.D. 799 - H.P. 506 (C "A" H-353)
L.D. 814 - H.P. 521 (C "A" H-77)
L.D. 820 - H.P. 527 (C "A" H-324)
L.D. 823 - S.P. 337 (C "A" S-201)
L.D. 834 - S.P. 366 (C "A" S-336)
L.D. 840 - S.P. 373 (C "A" S-18)
L.D. 852 - H.P. 538 (C "A" H-636)
L.D. 875 - H.P. 561 (C "A" H-44)
L.D. 876 - H.P. 562 (C "A" H-338)
L.D. 884 - H.P. 570 (C "A" H-60)
L.D. 888 - H.P. 574 (C "A" H-143)
L.D. 896 - S.P. 385 (C "A" S-183)
L.D. 900 - S.P. 389 (C "A" S-146)
L.D. 948 - H.P. 613 (C "A" H-699)
L.D. 967 - H.P. 627 (C "A" H-84)
L.D. 973 - H.P. 633 (C "A" H-181)
L.D. 981 - S.P. 408 (C "A" S-384)
L.D. 984 - S.P. 414 (C "A" S-309)
L.D. 995 - H.P. 642 (C "A" H-76)
L.D. 996 - H.P. 643 (C "A" H-341)
L.D. 1003 - H.P. 650 (C "A" H-362)
L.D. 1017 - S.P. 434 (C "A" S-149)
L.D. 1021 - S.P. 439 (C "A" S-255)
L.D. 1022 - S.P. 440 (C "A" S-99)
L.D. 1040 - H.P. 669 (C "A" H-100)
L.D. 1043 - H.P. 672 (C "A" H-294)
L.D. 1052 - H.P. 681 (C "A" H-527)
L.D. 1056 - H.P. 685 (C "A" H-747)
L.D. 1060 - H.P. 689 (C "A" H-149)
L.D. 1061 - H.P. 690 (C "A" H-78)
L.D. 1085 - H.P. 707 (C "A" H-450)
L.D. 1099 - H.P. 721 (C "A" H-623)
L.D. 1106 - H.P. 725 (C "A" H-230)
L.D. 1111 - H.P. 730 (C "A" H-158)
L.D. 1123 - H.P. 742 (C "A" H-183)
L.D. 1139 - S.P. 470 (C "A" S-80)
L.D. 1167 - H.P. 772 (C "A" H-492)
L.D. 1177 - H.P. 782 (C "A" H-240)
L.D. 1202 - S.P. 491 (C "A" S-303)
L.D. 1211 - S.P. 500 (C "B" S-432)
L.D. 1219 - S.P. 508 (C "A" S-133)
L.D. 1226 - H.P. 801 (C "A" H-333)
L.D. 1236 - H.P. 811 (C "A" H-217)
L.D. 1252 - H.P. 827 (C "A" H-249)
L.D. 1261 - H.P. 836 (C "A" H-613)
L.D. 1277 - H.P. 852 (C "A" H-551)
L.D. 1282 - S.P. 510 (C "A" S-96)
L.D. 1294 - S.P. 524 (C "A" S-389)
L.D. 1311 - S.P. 541 (C "A" S-270)
L.D. 1313 - S.P. 543 (C "A" S-410)
L.D. 1382 - H.P. 904 (C "A" H-600)
L.D. 1425 - S.P. 581 (C "A" S-150)
L.D. 1443 - S.P. 584 (C "A" S-302)
L.D. 1449 - S.P. 590 (C "A" S-381)
L.D. 1474 - H.P. 966 (C "A" H-577)
L.D. 1496 - H.P. 980 (C "A" H-666)
L.D. 1506 - H.P. 990 (C "A" H-729)
L.D. 1515 - H.P. 999 (C "A" H-526)
L.D. 1519 - H.P. 1004 (C "A" H-412; S "A" S-292)
L.D. 1522 - H.P. 1007 (C "A" H-532)
L.D. 1528 - S.P. 612 (C "A" S-84)
L.D. 1539 - S.P. 623 (C "A" S-287)
L.D. 1544 - S.P. 628 (C "A" S-328)
L.D. 1555 - H.P. 1013 (C "A" H-570)
L.D. 1574 - H.P. 1032 (C "A" H-772)
L.D. 1588 - H.P. 1046 (C "A" H-406)
L.D. 1611 - H.P. 1065 (C "A" H-364)
L.D. 1624 - H.P. 1078 (C "A" H-401)
L.D. 1626 - H.P. 1080 (C "A" H-312)
L.D. 1639 - S.P. 647 (C "A" S-275)
L.D. 1640 - S.P. 648 (C "A" S-347)
L.D. 1665 - S.P. 659 (C "A" S-416)
L.D. 1705 - H.P. 1140 (C "A" H-611)
L.D. 1706 - H.P. 1141 (C "A" H-458)
L.D. 1720 - S.P. 673 (C "A" S-296)
L.D. 1734 - S.P. 680 (C "A" S-288)
L.D. 1735 - S.P. 681 (C "A" S-263)
L.D. 1740 - H.P. 1158 (C "A" H-518)
L.D. 1746 - H.P. 1164 (C "A" H-585)
L.D. 1764 - H.P. 1183 (C "A" H-514)
L.D. 1773 - S.P. 691 (C "A" S-177)
L.D. 1805 - S.P. 705 (C "A" S-407)
L.D. 1812 - H.P. 1213 (C "A" H-448)
L.D. 1816 - S.P. 707 (C "A" S-427)
L.D. 1820 - H.P. 1218 (C "A" H-651)
L.D. 1843 - H.P. 1227 (C "A" H-445)
L.D. 1848 - H.P. 1232 (C "A" H-498)
L.D. 1855 - H.P. 1239 (C "A" H-297)
L.D. 1859 - S.P. 729 (C "A" S-265)
L.D. 1867 - S.P. 737 (C "A" S-360)
L.D. 1879 - H.P. 1250 (C "A" H-571)
L.D. 1888 - H.P. 1259 (C "A" H-630)
L.D. 1910 - S.P. 751 (C "A" S-322)
L.D. 1948 - H.P. 1307


 

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STATE OF MAINE

ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-SECOND LEGISLATURE

SECOND REGULAR SESSION

SENATE ADVANCED JOURNAL AND CALENDAR

 

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

 

SUPPLEMENT NO. 1

 

 

 

PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE

 

House Papers

 

 

(1-1)  Bill "An Act to Modify Certain Statutes Governing Revocation of Probation, Victim Confidentiality and the Commissioner of Corrections"

H.P. 1450  L.D. 2161

 

 

(1-2)  Bill "An Act to Change Supervisory Authority over the Capitol Police"

H.P. 1454  L.D. 2165

 

 

Come from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY and ordered printed.

 

 

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(1-3)  Bill "An Act to Assist Communities with Converting Vacant School Buildings into Housing"

H.P. 1453  L.D. 2164

 

 

Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT and ordered printed.

 

 

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(1-4)  Bill "An Act to Improve the Response to Complaints by Victims of Crime and Enhance Victims' Rights"

H.P. 1452  L.D. 2163

 

 

Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY and ordered printed.

 

 

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(1-5)  Bill "An Act to Address Vacancies on the Knox County Budget Committee" (EMERGENCY)

H.P. 1447  L.D. 2158

 

 

Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT and ordered printed.

 

 

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(1-6)  Bill "An Act to Require School Buses to Be Equipped with and to Use School Bus Crossing Arms" (EMERGENCY)

H.P. 1448  L.D. 2159

 

 

Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on TRANSPORTATION and ordered printed.

 

 

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(1-7)  Bill "An Act to Modify Provisions of Law Affecting Small Distilleries" (EMERGENCY)

H.P. 1449  L.D. 2160

 

Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed.

 

 

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STATE OF MAINE

ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-SECOND LEGISLATURE

SECOND REGULAR SESSION

SENATE ADVANCED JOURNAL AND CALENDAR

 

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

 

SUPPLEMENT NO. 2

 

 

 

PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE

 

House Paper

 

 

(1-1)  Bill "An Act to Regulate and Prevent Children's Access to Artificial Intelligence Chatbots with Human-like Features and Social Artificial Intelligence Companions"

H.P. 1451  L.D. 2162

 

 

Committee on JUDICIARY suggested and ordered printed.

 

 

Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES.

 

 

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