125th MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 1572 LR 2162(02)
RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine To Provide for the Popular Election of the Secretary of State, Attorney General, Treasurer of State and State Auditor
Fiscal Note for Bill as Amended by Committee Amendment "   "
Committee: State and Local Government
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Fiscal Note
Current biennium cost increase - General Fund
Referendum Costs Month/Year Election Type Question Length
Nov-11 General Referendum Standard
The Secretary of State's budget includes sufficient funds to accommodate one ballot of average length for the general election in November.  If the number or size of the referendum questions requires production and delivery of a second ballot, an additional appropriation of $107,250 may be required.
Fiscal Detail and Notes
The bill is contingent on approval by the voters at referendum.  If approved by the voters any impacts on the Office of the Secretary of State, the Office of the Attorney General and the Office of Treasurer of State are not expected to be significant.