125th MAINE LEGISLATURE
		LD 1022		LR 838(01)
	An Act To Amend the Law Concerning Overboard Discharge Systems
	Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement for Original Bill
	Sponsor: Rep. Tilton of Harrington
	Committee: Environment and Natural Resources
	Fiscal Note Required: No
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement
No net cost impact - Other Special Revenue Funds Minor revenue decrease - Other Special Revenue Funds
Fiscal Detail and Notes
	The bill removes the requirement that the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) evaluate and approve alternative overboard discharge systems but requires DEP provide education and outreach on proper maintenance to overboard discharge system owners.  Any net impact from the change in duties is expected to be minor.  Any revenue decrease from fewer annual licensing applications and license fees is expected to be minor as well.