122nd MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 1608 LR 2319(01)
Resolve, To Establish a Study Commission To Study Methods To Improve Ballot Access
Fiscal Note for Original Bill
Sponsor: Sen. Gagnon of Kennebec
Committee: Legal and Veterans Affairs
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
   
             
Fiscal Note
Current Costs - Legislative Study
Legislative Study
The projected costs to fund the general operating expenses of the Commission to Study Methods to Improve Ballot Access are $5,360 in fiscal year 2005-06.  The Legislature's Part I budget includes $30,000 in fiscal year 2005-06 and $20,000 in fiscal year 2006-07 for legislative studies.  Whether the amounts are sufficient to fund all studies will depend on the number of studies authorized by the Legislative Council and the Legislature.
Fiscal Detail and Notes
Any additional costs associated with participating as a member of the commission can be absorbed by the Department of the Secretary of State utilizing existing budgeted resources.