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One Hundred and Thirty-Second Legislature
Second Regular Session
Advance Journal and Calendar
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Matthea E. L.
Daughtry |
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate |
Darek M. Grant |
24th Legislative Day
In Senate Chamber, Monday, April 6, 2026.
Senate called to Order by President Matthea E. Larsen Daughtry of Cumberland County.
Prayer by Senator Marianne Moore of Washington County.
National Anthem Performed by Elisabeth Bell of Sanford.
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator James D. Libby of Cumberland County.
Reading of the Journal of Friday, April 3, 2026.
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PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE
Non-Concurrent Matter
(1-1) SENATE REPORT - from the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act to Clarify Certain Laws Governing Licenses for the Sale of Liquor by Manufacturers" (EMERGENCY)
S.P. 874 L.D. 2155
Report - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-553)
In Senate, March 24, 2026, Report READ and ACCEPTED and Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-553).
Comes from the House, Report READ and ACCEPTED and Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-553) AS AMENDED BY HOUSE AMENDMENT "A" (H-965) thereto in NON-CONCURRENCE.
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Non-Concurrent Matter
(1-2) Bill "An Act to Expand Reimbursement for Treatment in Place, Community Paramedicine and Alternate Destination Transport"
H.P. 1434 L.D. 2119
(C "A" H-908)
In Senate, April 2, 2026, Report READ and ACCEPTED and Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-908) in concurrence.
Comes from the House, PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-908) AS AMENDED BY HOUSE AMENDMENT "A" (H-970) thereto in NON-CONCURRENCE.
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Non-Concurrent Matter
(1-3) HOUSE REPORTS - from the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES on Bill "An Act to Require General Public Notification of Oil Terminal Facility Transfer Activities"
H.P. 991 L.D. 1507
(C "A" H-794)
Majority - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-794) (6 members)
Minority - Ought Not to Pass (4 members)
In Senate, March 10, 2026, the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-794) in NON-CONCURRENCE.
Comes from the House, that Body having INSISTED on its former action whereby the Minority OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report was READ and ACCEPTED.
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Joint Order
An Expression of Legislative Sentiment recognizing:
(1-4) Josh Hodsdon, of Mexico, who was named Citizen of the Year by the Town of Mexico for his work with River Valley Kids Ski Too. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
HLS 670
Comes from the House, READ and PASSED.
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Joint Resolution
Joint Resolution in Memoriam:
WHEREAS, the Legislature has learned with deep regret of the death of:
(1-5) Charles F. Theobald, Jr., of Winslow. Mr. Theobald was a lifetime firefighter, beginning his service at 17 years of age with the West Islip, New York fire department. After moving to Maine, he joined the Winslow Fire Department, eventually retiring as Interim Fire Chief. Mr. Theobald will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
HLS 669
Comes from the House READ and ADOPTED.
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COMMUNICATIONS
(2-1) The Following Communication:
S.C. 951
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 2026
The Honorable Matthea Elisabeth Larsen Daughtry
President of the Senate of Maine
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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Christy LoCicero-Mackey of Shapleigh, for appointment to the Board of the Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf.
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 Rafferty, J. of York, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 5 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Crockett, E. of Portland, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Haggan, K. of Hampden, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland
ABSENT 6 Sen. Libby, J. of Cumberland, Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls, Rep. Sargent, H. of York
Seven 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 Christy LoCicero-Mackey of Shapleigh, for appointment to the Board of the Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
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(2-2) The Following Communication:
S.C. 952
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Nicholas Weightman of Falmouth, for appointment to the Board of the Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf.
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 Rafferty, J. of York, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 5 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Crockett, E. of Portland, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Haggan, K. of Hampden, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland
NAYS 0
ABSENT 6 Sen. Libby, J. of Cumberland, Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls, Rep. Sargent, H. of York
Seven 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 Nicholas Weightman of Falmouth, for appointment to the Board of the Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
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(2-3) The Following Communication:
S.C. 949
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Lanet Anthony of Gardiner, for appointment to the Board of the Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf.
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 Rafferty, J. of York, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 4 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Crockett, E. of Portland, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland
NAYS Senators 0
Representatives 1 Haggan, K. of Hampden
ABSENT 6 Sen. Libby, J. of Cumberland, Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls, Rep. Sargent, H. of York
Six 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 Lanet Anthony of Gardiner, for appointment to the Board of the Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
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(2-4) The Following Communication:
S.C. 950
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Beth Campbell of Hermon, for reappointment to the Board of the Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf.
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 Rafferty, J. of York, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 5 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Crockett, E. of Portland, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Haggan, K. of Hampden, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland
NAYS 0
ABSENT 6 Sen. Libby, J. of Cumberland, Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls, Rep. Sargent, H. of York
Seven 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 Beth Campbell of Hermon, for reappointment to the Board of the Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
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(2-5) The Following Communication:
S.C. 956
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Anna Perna of Holden, for reappointment to the Board of the Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf.
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 Rafferty, J. of York, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 5 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Crockett, E. of Portland, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland, Rep. Haggan, K. of Hampden
NAYS 0
ABSENT 6 Sen. Libby, J. of Cumberland, Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls, Rep. Sargent, H. of York
Seven 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 Anna Perna of Holden, for reappointment to the Board of the Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
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(2-6) The Following Communication:
S.C. 957
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Jeremy Ray of Saco, for appointment to the Maine Charter School 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 Rafferty, J. of York, Sen. Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 5 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Crockett, E. of Portland, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Haggan, K. of Hampden, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland
NAYS 0
ABSENT 6 Libby, J. of Cumberland Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls, Rep. Sargent, H. of York
Seven 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 Jeremy Ray of Saco, for appointment to the Maine Charter School Commission be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
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(2-7) The Following Communication:
S.C. 945
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Joseph Patrick English of New Orleans, for appointment to the Maine Maritime Academy, Board of Trustees.
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 3 Rafferty, J. of York, Libby, J. of Cumberland, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 4 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland, Sargent, H. of York
NAYS 0
ABSENT 6 Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Crockett, E. of Portland, Rep. Haggan, K. of Hampden, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls
Seven 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 Joseph Patrick English of New Orleans, for appointment to the Maine Maritime Academy, Board of Trustees be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
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(2-8) The Following Communication:
S.C. 953
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Michael Thurston of Augusta, for appointment to the State Board of Education.
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 Rafferty, J. of York, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 5 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Crockett, E. of Portland, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland, Sargent, H. of York
NAYS 0
ABSENT 6 Sen. Libby, J. of Cumberland, Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Haggan, K. of Hampden, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls
Seven 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 Michael Thurston of Augusta, for appointment to the State Board of Education be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
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(2-9) The Following Communication:
S.C. 943
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Paulette Bonneau of Biddeford, for reappointment to the State Board of Education.
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 Rafferty, J. of York, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 5 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Crockett, E. of Portland, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland, Sargent, H. of York
NAYS 0
ABSENT 6 Sen. Libby, J. of Cumberland, Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Haggan, K. of Hampden, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls
Seven 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 Paulette Bonneau of Biddeford, for reappointment to the State Board of Education be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
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(2-10) The Following Communication:
S.C. 944
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Edmond Morin of Westbrook, for reappointment to the State Board of Education.
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 Rafferty, J. of York, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 5 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Crockett, E. of Portland, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland, Sargent, H. of York
NAYS 0
ABSENT 6 Sen. Libby, J. of Cumberland, Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Haggan, K. of Hampden, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls
Seven 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 Edmond Morin of Westbrook, for reappointment to the State Board of Education be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
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(2-11) The Following Communication:
S.C. 954
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Grace Dunton of Hartland, for appointment to the State Board of Education.
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 3 Rafferty, J. of York, Libby, J. of Cumberland, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 5 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Crockett, E. of Portland, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland, Sargent, H. of York
NAYS 0
ABSENT 5 Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Haggan, K. of Hampden, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls
Eight 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 Grace Dunton of Hartland, for appointment to the State Board of Education be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
_________________________________
(2-12) The Following Communication:
S.C. 942
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Matthew Webber of Leeds, for appointment to the University of Maine System, Board of Trustees.
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 3 Rafferty, J. of York, Libby, J. of Cumberland, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 4 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland, Sargent, H. of York
NAYS 0
ABSENT 6 Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Crockett, E. of Portland, Rep. Haggan, K. of Hampden, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls
Seven 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 Matthew Webber of Leeds, for appointment to the University of Maine System, Board of Trustees be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
_________________________________
(2-13) The Following Communication:
S.C. 946
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Emily Ann Cain of Orono, for reappointment to the University of Maine System, Board of Trustees.
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 3 Rafferty, J. of York, Libby, J. of Cumberland, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 4 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Crockett, E. of Portland, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland
NAYS 0
ABSENT 6 Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Haggan, K. of Hampden, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls, Rep. Sargent, H. of York
Seven 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 Emily Ann Cain of Orono, for reappointment to the University of Maine System, Board of Trustees be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
_________________________________
(2-14) The Following Communication:
S.C. 947
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Christopher Gordon of Winchester, for appointment to the University of Maine System, Board of Trustees.
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 3 Rafferty, J. of York, Libby, J. of Cumberland, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 4 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Crockett, E. of Portland, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland
NAYS 0
ABSENT 6 Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Haggan, K. of Hampden, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls, Rep. Sargent, H. of York
Seven 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 Christopher Gordon of Winchester, for appointment to the University of Maine System, Board of Trustees be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
_________________________________
(2-15) The Following Communication:
S.C. 948
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Blake Shepherd of Portland, for appointment to the University of Maine System, Board of Trustees.
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 3 Rafferty, J. of York, Libby, J. of Cumberland, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 5 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Crockett, E. of Portland, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland, Sargent, H. of York
NAYS 0
ABSENT 5 Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Haggan, K. of Hampden, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls
Eight 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 Blake Shepherd of Portland, for appointment to the University of Maine System, Board of Trustees be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
_________________________________
(2-16) The Following Communication:
S.C. 955
STATE OF MAINE
ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY SECOND LEGISLATURE
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS
April 2, 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 Education and Cultural Affairs has had under consideration the nomination of Richard Rosen of Bucksport, for appointment to the University of Maine System, Board of Trustees.
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 3 Rafferty, J. of York, Libby, J. of Cumberland, Pierce, T. of Cumberland
Representatives 5 Murphy, K. of Scarborough, Crockett, E. of Portland, Dodge, J. of Belfast, Mitchell, C. of Cumberland, Sargent, H. of York
NAYS 0
ABSENT 5 Rep. Bagshaw, B. of Windham, Rep. Brennan, M. of Portland, Rep. Carlow, N. of Buxton, Rep. Haggan, K. of Hampden, Rep. Lyman, S. of Livermore Falls
Eight 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 Richard Rosen of Bucksport, for appointment to the University of Maine System, Board of Trustees be confirmed.
Signed,
S/Joseph E. Rafferty S/Kelly Maureen Noonan Murphy
Senate Chair House Chair
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ORDERS
Joint Orders
Expressions of Legislative Sentiment recognizing:
(4-1) Leo Mayhew, of Falmouth, who has attained the high rank and distinction of Eagle Scout. This is the highest award in Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 1998
Sponsored by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland.
Cosponsored by Representatives: CROCKETT of Portland, KUHN of Falmouth.
(4-2) Alexander Hau, of Falmouth, who has attained the high rank and distinction of Eagle Scout. This is the highest award in Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 1999
Sponsored by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland.
Cosponsored by Representatives: CROCKETT of Portland, KUHN of Falmouth.
(4-3) Tanish Agnihotri, of Falmouth, who has attained the high rank and distinction of Eagle Scout. This is the highest award in Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2000
Sponsored by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland.
Cosponsored by Representatives: CROCKETT of Portland, KUHN of Falmouth.
(4-4) Tristan Singh, of East Machias, a student at Rose M. Gaffney Elementary School in Machias, who won the Maine State Spelling Bee. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2005
Sponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.
Cosponsored by Representatives: STROUT of Harrington, TUELL of East Machias.
(4-5) the Hampden Academy Girls Basketball Team, which won the Class A North Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2006
Sponsored by Senator HAGGAN of Penobscot.
Cosponsored by Representative: HAGGAN of Hampden.
(4-6) the Spruce Mountain High School Girls Basketball Team, of Jay, which won the Class C South Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2007
Sponsored by Senator MARTIN of Oxford.
Cosponsored by Representative: LYMAN of Livermore Falls.
(4-7) Fundamental Foot Care of Hampden, which was recognized as the Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year by the United States Small Business Administration. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2008
Sponsored by Senator HAGGAN of Penobscot.
Cosponsored by Representative: HAGGAN of Hampden.
(4-8) Erik Francis, of Pleasant Point, who was recognized as the Young Entrepreneur of the Year by the United States Small Business Administration. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2009
Sponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.
Cosponsored by Representative: MINGO of Calais.
(4-9) Kenneth "Ken" Walsh, of Waterville, who has received the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2010
Sponsored by Senator CYRWAY of Kennebec.
Cosponsored by Representatives: BRIDGEO of Augusta, ROLLINS of Augusta.
(4-10) One River CPAs, of Oakland, which has received the 2026 Small Business of the Year Award from the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2011
Sponsored by Senator CYRWAY of Kennebec.
Cosponsored by Representative: NUTTING of Oakland.
(4-11) Shawn Packard, of Waterville, who has received the 2026 Rising Star Award from the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2012
Sponsored by Senator CYRWAY of Kennebec.
Cosponsored by Representatives: DEBRITO of Waterville, JULIA of Waterville.
(4-12) Jackie Dalton, of Waterville, who has received the 2026 Volunteer of the Year Award from the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2013
Sponsored by Senator CYRWAY of Kennebec.
Cosponsored by Representatives: DEBRITO of Waterville, JULIA of Waterville.
(4-13) James Poulin, of Winslow, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2014
Sponsored by Senator CYRWAY of Kennebec.
Cosponsored by Representatives: DEBRITO of Waterville, FLYNN of Albion.
(4-14) Steven Diaz, of Waterville, a medical doctor who has received the 2026 Outstanding Professional of the Year Award from the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2015
Sponsored by Senator CYRWAY of Kennebec.
Cosponsored by Representatives: DEBRITO of Waterville, JULIA of Waterville.
(4-15) Ryan Maker, of Machiasport, a ranger with the Maine Forest Service, who received the agency's Lifesaving Award for rescuing a woman with cardiac symptoms while on patrol of a campsite along the Machias River. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2016
Sponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.
Cosponsored by Representative: TUELL of East Machias.
(4-16) Brian Getchell, of Roque Bluffs, a sergeant with the Maine Forest Service, who received the agency's Lifesaving Award for rescuing a woman with cardiac symptoms while on patrol of a campsite along the Machias River. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2017
Sponsored by Senator MOORE of Washington.
Cosponsored by Representative: STROUT of Harrington.
(4-17) William Browne, of Vassalboro, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2018
Sponsored by Senator BRADSTREET of Kennebec.
Cosponsored by Representative: COLLINS of Sidney.
(4-18) Rachel Williams, of Sidney, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2019
Sponsored by Senator BRADSTREET of Kennebec.
Cosponsored by Representatives: COLLINS of Sidney, NUTTING of Oakland.
(4-19) Toni G. Wall, of China, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2020
Sponsored by Senator BRADSTREET of Kennebec.
Cosponsored by Representative: SMITH of Palermo.
(4-20) Kathy Atkinson, of Belgrade Lakes, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2021
Sponsored by Senator BRADSTREET of Kennebec.
Cosponsored by Representative: FROST of Belgrade.
(4-21) Jacob and Danielle Farmer, of Belgrade, recipients of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2022
Sponsored by Senator BRADSTREET of Kennebec.
Cosponsored by Representative: FROST of Belgrade.
(4-22) Ernst Merckens and Susan Sites, of Belgrade, recipients of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2023
Sponsored by Senator BRADSTREET of Kennebec.
Cosponsored by Representative: FROST of Belgrade.
(4-23) Will Harmon, of Cape Elizabeth, who won the 200-yard Freestyle Event and 500-yard Freestyle Event at the 2026 Class B Boys Swimming and Diving State Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2024
Sponsored by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland.
Cosponsored by Representatives: BOYER of Cape Elizabeth, KESSLER of South Portland.
(4-24) Audrey Alberts, of Cape Elizabeth, who won the 100-yard Butterfly Event and placed second in the 200-yard Freestyle Event at the 2026 Class B Girls Swimming and Diving State Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2025
Sponsored by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland.
Cosponsored by Representatives: BOYER of Cape Elizabeth, KESSLER of South Portland.
(4-25) the Sanford Christian Academy Girls Volleyball Team, which won the Accelerated Christian Education League State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2026
Sponsored by Senator HARRINGTON of York.
Cosponsored by Representatives: FREDERICKS of Sanford, LANIGAN of Sanford, MASTRACCIO of Sanford.
(4-26) Mitchel Stapleton, of Long Pond Township, a ranger with the Maine Forest Service, who received the Life Saving Award from the Maine Forest Service, Forest Protection Division. Ranger Stapleton was on patrol in Trenton when he overhead units dispatched to a male subject reportedly seizing and experiencing agonal breathing only a few minutes from his location. Ranger Stapleton arrived on scene within minutes, along with units from Trenton Fire Department. Upon arrival the patient was found unresponsive, with no pulse, and Ranger Stapleton quickly determined the symptoms were likely the result of an acute drug overdose. Ranger Stapleton and fire department personnel jumped into action, administering Narcan, performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation and eventually reviving the patient, who became responsive and alert. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2027
Sponsored by Senator BLACK of Franklin.
Cosponsored by Representative: SOBOLESKI of Phillips.
(4-27) the Sargent Corporation, of Orono, on the celebration of its 100th Anniversary. Founded in Stillwater in 1926 by Herbert E. Sargent, Sargent Corporation has spent the past century helping build Maine. From early road, airport and utility work during the Depression and World War II years, the company grew into one of the State's defining heavy civil contractors. In the 1950s and 1960s, Sargent Corporation played a major role in Maine's highway era, working on the Maine Turnpike and key sections of I-95. Over the decades, the company also helped shape access to Maine's North Woods; served as a trusted builder for renewable energy, airport, landfill and utility projects; and earned a reputation for doing hard work the right way. That history continues today through employee ownership. In 1992, Herbert E. Sargent's grandson, Herb R. Sargent, founded Sargent & Sargent. In 2005, that company purchased H.E. Sargent and reunited the family name under Sargent Corporation, returning local ownership and reinforcing the company's long-held belief that a well-supported field can tackle the toughest projects. In 2013, Sargent Corporation completed its transition to a 100% ESOP company, making every employee an owner. As Sargent Corporation marks 100 years, it does so not only as a company with a long history in Maine, but as a company still rooted here, still building here and still carrying forward the values that have defined it for generations: investing in people, helping them hone their craft, doing the right thing and winning in the field. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2028
Sponsored by Senator FARRIN of Somerset.
Cosponsored by Senator: TIPPING of Penobscot, Representatives: FAIRCLOTH of Bangor, OSHER of Orono.
(4-28) Mohamad Musavi, of Orono, senior associate dean and professor of the Maine College of Engineering and Computing at the University of Maine, who received the 2026 Distinguished Maine Professor Award. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2029
Sponsored by Senator TIPPING of Penobscot.
Cosponsored by Representatives: FAIRCLOTH of Bangor, OSHER of Orono.
(4-29) Jake Skillings, of Saco, a student-athlete at Thornton Academy, who has been named the 2026 Varsity Maine Boys Hockey Player of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2030
Sponsored by Senator BAILEY of York.
Cosponsored by Representatives: ARCHER of Saco, COPELAND of Saco, GATTINE of Westbrook.
(4-30) Karen Normandin, of Augusta, who has received the 2026 Elias A. Jospeh Award from the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2032
Sponsored by Senator BRADSTREET of Kennebec.
Cosponsored by Representatives: BRIDGEO of Augusta, ROLLINS of Augusta.
(4-31) Amy and Brian Bernatchez, of Belgrade, who have received the 2026 Distinguished Community Service Award from the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2033
Sponsored by Senator BRADSTREET of Kennebec.
Cosponsored by Representative: FROST of Belgrade.
(4-32) the Roy Family, of Frenchville, recipients of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2034
Sponsored by Senator BERNARD of Aroostook.
Cosponsored by Representative: ALBERT of Madawaska.
(4-33) David Armstrong, of Fort Fairfield, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2035
Sponsored by Senator BERNARD of Aroostook.
Cosponsored by Representative: BABIN of Fort Fairfield.
(4-34) Richard Hoppe, of Portage Lake, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2036
Sponsored by Senator BERNARD of Aroostook.
Cosponsored by Representative: DAIGLE of Fort Kent.
(4-35) Patricia Sutherland, of Chapman, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2037
Sponsored by Senator BERNARD of Aroostook.
Cosponsored by Senator: STEWART of Aroostook, Representative: ARDELL of Monticello.
(4-36) the Rotary Club of Washburn, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2038
Sponsored by Senator BERNARD of Aroostook.
Cosponsored by Representative: GUERRETTE of Caribou.
(4-37) the Wisdom High School Girls Varsity Basketball Team, of St. Agatha, which won the Class S North Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2039
Sponsored by Senator BERNARD of Aroostook.
Cosponsored by Representative: ALBERT of Madawaska.
(4-38) Rhianna Dejardins, of Mapleton, a senior at Presque Isle High School, who is a recipient of a 2026 Principal's Award for outstanding academic achievement and citizenship, sponsored by the Maine Principals' Association. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
SLS 2040
Sponsored by Senator BERNARD of Aroostook.
Cosponsored by Senator: STEWART of Aroostook, Representative: ARDELL of Monticello.
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Joint Resolutions
Joint Resolutions in Memoriam:
WHEREAS, the Legislature has learned with deep regret of the death of:
(4-39) Linda S. Plummer, of Georgetown. Mrs. Plummer raised her family and worked many places over the years, including Friendly Ice Cream, Applebee's and, most recently, the Georgetown General Store. Mrs. Plummer will be long remembered and sadly missed by her family, friends and community;
SLS 2001
Sponsored by Senator TEPLER of Sagadahoc.
Cosponsored by Representative: HEPLER of Woolwich.
WHEREAS, the Legislature has learned with deep regret of the death of:
(4-40) Richard Stephen "Rich" Gurin, of Blue Hill. As a young man summering in Sorrento, Mr. Gurin earned a reputation along the coast as a winning skipper, with boxes of racing pennants attesting to his prowess at the helm of Wee Scots and One Design S-boats. He went on to join Procter & Gamble in its sales division. His executive responsibilities expanded to include leadership of brands such as Pringles and Orange Crush. After 20 years with the company, he took the helm of the Crayola brand as Chief Executive Officer of Binney & Smith. During his sixteen years there, he expanded the company into a global leader in fine art and coloring products and helped revitalize downtown Easton, Pennsylvania. A selfless leader with a strong motivation to help others achieve success, he had a passion for mentoring and giving back. He gladly served on many boards, including those of Lafayette College, Hamilton College, the Jackson Laboratory, Blue Hill Memorial Hospital and Parker Ridge Retirement Community. He was also honored to serve on the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities. In retirement at Parker Point on Blue Hill Bay, he provided mentorship and service to many local organizations. Mr. Gurin will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
SLS 2002
Sponsored by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock.
Cosponsored by Representative: MILLIKEN of Blue Hill.
WHEREAS, the Legislature has learned with deep regret of the death of:
(4-41) James P. Cole, of Dayton. Mr. Cole worked for many years as a civil engineer at Saco Defense and later at Bath Iron Works. He also worked as a local realtor. He was a lifelong and devoted member of the Goodwins Mills Advent Christian Church, where he sang in the church choir, taught Sunday School and helped with Vacation Bible School. He sang in the annual Christmas Cantata and in duets and quartets with fellow church members. He was also a vocalist in several community choirs throughout the Biddeford and Saco area. Mr. Cole will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
SLS 2003
Sponsored by Senator INGWERSEN of York.
Cosponsored by Representative: PARRY of Arundel.
WHEREAS, the Legislature has learned with deep regret of the death of:
(4-42) Kenneth E. Williams, of Arundel. As a young man, Mr. Williams worked in the mills before working as a mortgage and rent collector for a finance company, which led to a career in banking. Starting at the ground level, he worked at several banks and credit unions throughout the years, ultimately retiring in 2013 as Chief Executive Officer for Infinity Credit Union, formerly Telco. Having settled in Old Orchard Beach, he was an integral part of the community, and was a parishioner of St. Margaret's Church, where he donated many hours in service to the parish. Mr. Williams will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
SLS 2004
Sponsored by Senator INGWERSEN of York.
Cosponsored by Representative: PARRY of Arundel.
WHEREAS, the Legislature has learned with deep regret of the death of:
(4-43) the Honorable Stanley J. Gerzofsky, of Brunswick. Mr. Gerzofsky served as a Maine State Representative from the 120th to the 123rd Legislatures and as a Maine State Senator from the 124th to the 127th Legislatures. Before entering politics, he worked as a furniture manufacturer. His public service began in 2000 when he was elected to the Maine House of Representatives, representing Brunswick. He served in the House until 2008, when he moved to the Maine State Senate, representing District 24. He served in the Senate until he was term-limited out in 2016. Throughout his legislative tenure, he was a leading voice on several key issues. He was a strong advocate for dam safety and served as co-chairman of the Legislature's criminal justice and mental health services committees. He was instrumental in the redevelopment of Brunswick Landing and Brunswick Executive Airport and was a key sponsor of the bill that led to the establishment of the Southern Maine Community College campus at Brunswick Landing. A hunter and a gun owner, he was known for his nuanced stance on gun control, supporting measures like background checks for private gun sales and opposing NRA-backed legislation. He also championed labor rights and cared deeply for the less fortunate. Mr. Gerzofsky will be long remembered and sadly missed by his family, friends and community;
SLS 2031
Sponsored by President DAUGHTRY of Cumberland.
Cosponsored by Representatives: ANKELES of Brunswick, ARFORD of Brunswick, GOLEK of Harpswell, SHAGOURY of Hallowell.
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REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
House
Ought to Pass As Amended
(5-1) The Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY on Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Carbon Monoxide Detectors"
H.P. 1342 L.D. 2012
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-966).
Comes from the House with the Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-966).
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(5-2) The Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT on Bill "An Act to Make Changes to the Laws Regarding the Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Bureau of Human Resources and the State Civil Service Appeals Board"
H.P. 1467 L.D. 2180
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-964).
Comes from the House with the Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-964).
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Divided Report
(5-3) The Majority of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act to Establish Procedures for School Construction Projects"
H.P. 1263 L.D. 1892
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-967).
Signed:
Senators:
RAFFERTY of York
PIERCE of Cumberland
Representatives:
MURPHY of Scarborough
BRENNAN of Portland
CROCKETT of Portland
DODGE of Belfast
MITCHELL of Cumberland
SARGENT of York
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought Not To Pass.
Signed:
Senator:
LIBBY of Cumberland
Representatives:
BAGSHAW of Windham
CARLOW of Buxton
HAGGAN of Hampden
LYMAN of Livermore Falls
Comes from the House with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-967) Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-967).
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Divided Report
(5-4) The Majority of the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS on Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Portions of Chapter 115: The Credentialing of Education Personnel, a Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Education, State Board of Education (EMERGENCY)
H.P. 1463 L.D. 2175
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-931).
Signed:
Senators:
RAFFERTY of York
PIERCE of Cumberland
Representatives:
MURPHY of Scarborough
BRENNAN of Portland
CROCKETT of Portland
DODGE of Belfast
MITCHELL of Cumberland
SARGENT of York
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought To Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-932).
Signed:
Senator:
LIBBY of Cumberland
Representatives:
BAGSHAW of Windham
CARLOW of Buxton
HAGGAN of Hampden
LYMAN of Livermore Falls
Comes from the House with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-931) Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Resolve PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-931) AS AMENDED BY HOUSE AMENDMENT "A" (H-945) thereto.
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Divided Report
(5-5) The Majority of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY on Bill "An Act to Improve Access to Community Solar Programs in the State"
H.P. 1310 L.D. 1966
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-930).
Signed:
Senators:
LAWRENCE of York
GROHOSKI of Hancock
Representatives:
SACHS of Freeport
GEIGER of Rockland
KESSLER of South Portland
RUNTE of York
WARREN of Scarborough
WEBB of Durham
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought Not To Pass.
Signed:
Senator:
HARRINGTON of York
Representatives:
FOSTER of Dexter
MCINTYRE of Lowell
PAUL of Winterport
WADSWORTH of Hiram
Comes from the House with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-930) Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-930).
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Divided Report
(5-6) The Majority of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES on 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
Reported that the same Ought Not to Pass.
Signed:
Senators:
TEPLER of Sagadahoc
BRENNER of Cumberland
Representatives:
DOUDERA of Camden
ANKELES of Brunswick
BELL of Yarmouth
BRIDGEO of Augusta
OSHER of Orono
RIELLY of Westbrook
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought To Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-915).
Signed:
Senator:
MARTIN of Oxford
Representatives:
CAMPBELL of Orrington
SCHMERSAL-BURGESS of Mexico
SOBOLESKI of Phillips
WOODSOME of Waterboro
Comes from the House with the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report READ and ACCEPTED.
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Divided Report
(5-7) The Majority of the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES on Bill "An Act to Prevent Negative Impacts from Federal Funding Changes to and Fund Eligibility Determinations and Outreach for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program" (EMERGENCY)
H.P. 1437 L.D. 2122
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-960).
Signed:
Senators:
INGWERSEN of York
NANGLE of Cumberland
Representatives:
MEYER of Eliot
DEBRITO of Waterville
GRAHAM of North Yarmouth
MCCABE of Lewiston
SHAGOURY of Hallowell
ZAGER of Portland
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought Not To Pass.
Signed:
Senator:
MOORE of Washington
Representatives:
DAIGLE of Fort Kent
FREDERICKS of Sanford
GRIFFIN of Levant
LEMELIN of Chelsea
Comes from the House with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-960) Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-960).
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Divided Report
(5-8) The Majority of the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES on Bill "An Act to Allow Chiropractors to Treat Dogs and Equids"
H.P. 795 L.D. 1220
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-955).
Signed:
Senators:
BAILEY of York
BALDACCI of Penobscot
HAGGAN of Penobscot
Representatives:
MATHIESON of Kittery
ARFORD of Brunswick
BOYER of Cape Elizabeth
CIMINO of Bridgton
FLYNN of Albion
FOLEY of Wells
MASTRACCIO of Sanford
MORRIS of Turner
OLSEN of Raymond
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought Not To Pass.
Signed:
Representative:
CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham
Comes from the House with the Minority OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report READ and ACCEPTED.
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Divided Report
(5-9) The Majority of the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES on Bill "An Act to Regulate Shared Appreciation Agreements Relating to Residential Property"
H.P. 1272 L.D. 1901
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-952).
Signed:
Senators:
BAILEY of York
BALDACCI of Penobscot
HAGGAN of Penobscot
Representatives:
MATHIESON of Kittery
ARFORD of Brunswick
BOYER of Cape Elizabeth
CIMINO of Bridgton
CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham
FOLEY of Wells
MASTRACCIO of Sanford
OLSEN of Raymond
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought To Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-953).
Signed:
Representatives:
FLYNN of Albion
MORRIS of Turner
Comes from the House with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-952) Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-952).
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Divided Report
(5-10) The Majority of the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES on 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
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-956).
Signed:
Senators:
BAILEY of York
BALDACCI of Penobscot
HAGGAN of Penobscot
Representatives:
MATHIESON of Kittery
ARFORD of Brunswick
BOYER of Cape Elizabeth
CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham
FLYNN of Albion
FOLEY of Wells
MASTRACCIO of Sanford
OLSEN of Raymond
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought Not To Pass.
Signed:
Representatives:
CIMINO of Bridgton
MORRIS of Turner
Comes from the House with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-956) Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-956) AS AMENDED BY HOUSE AMENDMENT "A" (H-962) thereto.
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Divided Report
(5-11) The Majority of the Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT on Bill "An Act to Reduce the Cost of Purchasing a Home by Providing Grants to Reduce Mortgage Rates"
H.P. 1392 L.D. 2077
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-935).
Signed:
Senators:
CURRY of Waldo
BAILEY of York
BENNETT of Oxford
Representatives:
GERE of Kennebunkport
EDER of Waterboro
GOLEK of Harpswell
JULIA of Waterville
LOOKNER of Portland
MALON of Biddeford
MINGO of Calais
YUSUF of Portland
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought Not To Pass.
Signed:
Representatives:
COLLAMORE of Pittsfield
WALKER of Naples
Comes from the House with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-935) Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-935).
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Divided Report
(5-12) The Majority of the Committee on HOUSING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT on Bill "An Act to Assist Communities with Converting Vacant School Buildings into Housing"
H.P. 1453 L.D. 2164
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-958).
Signed:
Senators:
CURRY of Waldo
BAILEY of York
BENNETT of Oxford
Representatives:
GERE of Kennebunkport
GOLEK of Harpswell
JULIA of Waterville
LOOKNER of Portland
MALON of Biddeford
YUSUF of Portland
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought Not To Pass.
Signed:
Representatives:
COLLAMORE of Pittsfield
EDER of Waterboro
MINGO of Calais
WALKER of Naples
Comes from the House with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-958) Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-958).
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Divided Report
(5-13) The Majority of the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE on Bill "An Act Regarding Inland Fisheries and Wildlife"
H.P. 180 L.D. 276
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-938).
Signed:
Senators:
BALDACCI of Penobscot
CARNEY of Cumberland
GUERIN of Penobscot
Representatives:
ROBERTS of South Berwick
BRIDGEO of Augusta
CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham
DILL of Old Town
TERRY of Gorham
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought Not To Pass.
Signed:
Representatives:
LANCE of Paris
MASON of Lisbon
THORNE of Carmel
WOOD of Greene
WOODSOME of Waterboro
(Representative REYNOLDS of the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians - of the House - supports the Majority Ought To Pass as Amended Report.)
Comes from the House with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-938) Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-938).
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Divided Report
(5-14) The Majority of the Committee on JUDICIARY on Bill "An Act to Increase Accountability for Persons Engaged in Commercial Sexual Exploitation and Human Trafficking and to Support Victims"
H.P. 1457 L.D. 2168
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-939).
Signed:
Senators:
CARNEY of Cumberland
HAGGAN of Penobscot
TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland
Representatives:
KUHN of Falmouth
BABIN of Fort Fairfield
CARUSO of Caratunk
HENDERSON of Rumford
LEE of Auburn
O'HALLORAN of Brewer
POIRIER of Skowhegan
PUGH of Portland
SATO of Gorham
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought Not To Pass.
Signed:
Representative:
SINCLAIR of Bath
Comes from the House with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-939) Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-939).
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Divided Report
(5-15) The Majority of the Committee on LABOR on 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
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-948).
Signed:
Senators:
TIPPING of Penobscot
RAFFERTY of York
Representatives:
ROEDER of Bangor
ARCHER of Saco
BECK of South Portland
COLLINS of Sidney
GEIGER of Rockland
MACIAS of Topsham
SKOLD of Portland
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought To Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-949).
Signed:
Senator:
BRADSTREET of Kennebec
Representatives:
DRINKWATER of Milford
SOBOLESKI of Phillips
Comes from the House with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-948) Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-948).
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Divided Report
(5-16) The Majority of the Committee on LABOR on Bill "An Act to Amend the Law Governing Agricultural Labor Housing Standards"
H.P. 1404 L.D. 2089
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-877).
Signed:
Senators:
TIPPING of Penobscot
RAFFERTY of York
Representatives:
ROEDER of Bangor
ARCHER of Saco
BECK of South Portland
GEIGER of Rockland
MACIAS of Topsham
SKOLD of Portland
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought Not To Pass.
Signed:
Senator:
BRADSTREET of Kennebec
Representatives:
COLLINS of Sidney
DRINKWATER of Milford
SOBOLESKI of Phillips
Comes from the House with the Minority OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report READ and ACCEPTED.
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Divided Report
(5-17) The Majority of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT on Bill "An Act to Establish the Process for the Selection of Delegates for a Convention Called Under the United States Constitution, Article V"
H.P. 688 L.D. 1059
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-933).
Signed:
Senators:
BALDACCI of Penobscot
MARTIN of Oxford
Representatives:
ADAMS of Lebanon
GREENWOOD of Wales
POMERLEAU of Standish
TUELL of East Machias
UNDERWOOD of Presque Isle
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought Not To Pass.
Signed:
Representatives:
SALISBURY of Westbrook
COPELAND of Saco
FARRIN of Jefferson
GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach
ROLLINS of Augusta
Comes from the House with the Minority OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report READ and ACCEPTED.
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Divided Report
(5-18) Eight members of the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES on Bill "An Act to Increase General Assistance Reimbursement for Municipalities and Indian Tribes"
H.P. 638 L.D. 978
Reported in Report "A" that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "C" (H-928).
Signed:
Senators:
INGWERSEN of York
NANGLE of Cumberland
Representatives:
MEYER of Eliot
DEBRITO of Waterville
GRAHAM of North Yarmouth
MCCABE of Lewiston
SHAGOURY of Hallowell
ZAGER of Portland
Three members of the same Committee on the same subject reported in Report "B" that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "D" (H-929).
Signed:
Senator:
MOORE of Washington
Representatives:
GRIFFIN of Levant
LEMELIN of Chelsea
Two members of the same Committee on the same subject reported in Report "C" that the same Ought Not to Pass.
Signed:
Representatives:
DAIGLE of Fort Kent
FREDERICKS of Sanford
Comes from the House with Report "A" OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "C" (H-928) READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "C" (H-928).
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Senate
Ought to Pass As Amended
(5-19) Senator RAFFERTY for the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act to Protect Students by Ensuring Schools Have Complete Information About School Employees and Applicants for Employment"
S.P. 893 L.D. 2192
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-623).
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(5-20) Senator BAILEY for the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES on Bill "An Act to Strengthen the Health Care System in Maine"
S.P. 135 L.D. 378
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-624).
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Divided Report
(5-21) The Majority of the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES on Bill "An Act to Direct a Portion of Unclaimed Beverage Container Deposits to the Lake Water Quality Restoration and Protection Fund, the Maine Working Farmland Access and Protection Program and Public Defender Office Staffing"
S.P. 859 L.D. 2141
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-613).
Signed:
Senators:
TEPLER of Sagadahoc
BRENNER of Cumberland
Representatives:
DOUDERA of Camden
ANKELES of Brunswick
BELL of Yarmouth
BRIDGEO of Augusta
OSHER of Orono
RIELLY of Westbrook
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought Not To Pass.
Signed:
Senator:
MARTIN of Oxford
Representatives:
CAMPBELL of Orrington
SCHMERSAL-BURGESS of Mexico
SOBOLESKI of Phillips
WOODSOME of Waterboro
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Divided Report
(5-22) The Majority of the Committee on LABOR on Bill "An Act to Include Certain Community Mental Health Workers Under the 1998 Special Plan for Retirement"
S.P. 856 L.D. 2067
Reported that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-617).
Signed:
Senators:
TIPPING of Penobscot
RAFFERTY of York
Representatives:
ROEDER of Bangor
ARCHER of Saco
BECK of South Portland
COLLINS of Sidney
GEIGER of Rockland
MACIAS of Topsham
SKOLD of Portland
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought Not To Pass.
Signed:
Senator:
BRADSTREET of Kennebec
Representatives:
DRINKWATER of Milford
LIBBY of Auburn
SOBOLESKI of Phillips
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Divided Report
(5-23) The Majority of the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act to Support Nonprofit Organizations by Authorizing the Operation of Electronic Lucky Seven Devices and Similar Sealed Ticket Games"
S.P. 742 L.D. 1902
Reported that the same Ought Not to Pass.
Signed:
Senator:
TIMBERLAKE of Androscoggin
Representatives:
SUPICA of Bangor
FAIRCLOTH of Bangor
FROST of Belgrade
GRAHAM of North Yarmouth
HYMES of Waldo
MALON of Biddeford
TERRY of Gorham
The Minority of the same Committee on the same subject reported that the same Ought To Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-614).
Signed:
Senators:
HICKMAN of Kennebec
DUSON of Cumberland
Representatives:
BOYER of Poland
CHAPMAN of Auburn
FREDERICKS of Sanford
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Divided Report
(5-24) Eight members of the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE on Bill "An Act to Change the Definition of 'Oversized ATV' in the Laws Governing the Registration of All-terrain Vehicles" (EMERGENCY)
S.P. 32 L.D. 19
Reported in Report "A" that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-606).
Signed:
Senator:
BALDACCI of Penobscot
Representatives:
ROBERTS of South Berwick
LANCE of Paris
MASON of Lisbon
TERRY of Gorham
THORNE of Carmel
WOOD of Greene
WOODSOME of Waterboro
Four members of the same Committee on the same subject reported in Report "B" that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (S-607).
Signed:
Senators:
CARNEY of Cumberland
GUERIN of Penobscot
Representatives:
BRIDGEO of Augusta
DILL of Old Town
One member of the same Committee on the same subject reported in Report "C" that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "C" (S-608).
Signed:
Representative:
CLUCHEY of Bowdoinham
(Representative REYNOLDS of the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians - of the House - supports the Report "A" Ought To Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-606) Report.)
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Divided Report
(5-25) Seven members of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT on Bill "An Act Regarding the Laws of the State of Maine"
S.P. 312 L.D. 695
Reported in Report "A" that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-627).
Signed:
Senators:
BALDACCI of Penobscot
BEEBE-CENTER of Knox
Representatives:
SALISBURY of Westbrook
COPELAND of Saco
FARRIN of Jefferson
GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach
ROLLINS of Augusta
Five members of the same Committee on the same subject reported in Report "B" that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (S-628).
Signed:
Senator:
MARTIN of Oxford
Representatives:
ADAMS of Lebanon
GREENWOOD of Wales
POMERLEAU of Standish
UNDERWOOD of Presque Isle
One member of the same Committee on the same subject reported in Report "C" that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "C" (S-629).
Signed:
Representative:
TUELL of East Machias
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Divided Report
(5-26) Seven members of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT on Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing the Health Insurance Premium Cap for State Employees"
S.P. 866 L.D. 2148
Reported in Report "A" that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-619).
Signed:
Senator:
BALDACCI of Penobscot
Representatives:
SALISBURY of Westbrook
ADAMS of Lebanon
COPELAND of Saco
FARRIN of Jefferson
GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach
ROLLINS of Augusta
Four members of the same Committee on the same subject reported in Report "B" that the same Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (S-620).
Signed:
Senator:
MARTIN of Oxford
Representatives:
GREENWOOD of Wales
POMERLEAU of Standish
TUELL of East Machias
One member of the same Committee on the same subject reported in Report "C" that the same Ought Not to Pass.
Signed:
Representative:
UNDERWOOD of Presque Isle
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ENACTORS
The Committee on Engrossed Bills reported as truly and strictly engrossed the following:
Emergency Measure
(7-1) An Act Regarding Adult Use Cannabis Testing
S.P. 603 L.D. 1488
(C "B" S-586)
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Emergency Measure
(7-2) An Act to Improve the Management of Landfill Leachate and Wastewater Treatment Plant Sludge at Solid Waste Landfills
H.P. 1383 L.D. 2070
(C "A" H-927)
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Emergency Measure
(7-3) An Act to Modify Provisions of Law Governing Parking Enforcement on Property Accessible to the Public
S.P. 836 L.D. 2137
(C "A" S-591)
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Emergency Measure
(7-4) An Act to Correct Inconsistencies, Conflicts and Errors in the Laws of Maine
H.P. 1458 L.D. 2170
(C "A" H-957)
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Emergency Resolve
(7-5) Resolve, Regarding the Nursing Facility Reform Transition Fund
S.P. 824 L.D. 2131
(C "A" S-598)
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Emergency Resolve
(7-6) Resolve, Directing the Department of Education to Develop Guidance for School Leaders to Ensure Supportive Measures for Young Students Involved in Challenging, Disruptive or Unsafe Behaviors
S.P. 897 L.D. 2204
(C "A" S-600)
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Emergency Resolve
(7-7) Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Chapter 348: Exemption for On-farm Raising, Slaughter, and Processing of Less than 1,000 Ready-to-cook Whole Poultry, a Late-filed Major Substantive Rule of the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
H.P. 1513 L.D. 2238
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Acts
(7-8) An Act Regarding the Interconnection Ombudsman Position at the Public Utilities Commission
S.P. 49 L.D. 32
(C "A" S-587)
(7-9) An Act to Support Maine Businesses by Establishing a Pass-through Entity Tax and Tax Credit
H.P. 124 L.D. 191
(C "A" H-943)
(7-10) An Act to Address the Long-term Sustainability of the Maine Guaranteed Access Reinsurance Association
H.P. 337 L.D. 519
(C "A" H-954)
(7-11) An Act to Allow the Victim of a Fraudulent Scheme to Claim a State Income Tax Deduction for Losses Attributable to the Fraudulent Scheme
H.P. 453 L.D. 714
(C "A" H-944)
(7-12) An Act to Extend the Sunset Date of the Access to Justice Tax Credit
H.P. 569 L.D. 883
(C "A" H-934)
(7-13) An Act to Clarify the Application of Finch v. U.S. Bank, N.A.
S.P. 585 L.D. 1444
(C "B" S-593)
(7-14) An Act to Update the Requirements for Health Insurance Coverage of Prostate Cancer Screening
H.P. 986 L.D. 1502
(C "A" H-916)
(7-15) An Act to Fund Maine's Snowmobile Trail Programs
S.P. 631 L.D. 1547
(C "A" S-612)
(7-16) An Act to Support Essential Support Workers and Enhance Workforce Development
H.P. 1293 L.D. 1932
(C "A" H-936)
(7-17) An Act to Increase Legislative Access to Department of Corrections Facilities and to Direct the Commissioner to Establish Rules Regarding Legislator Access to Correctional and Detention Facilities
S.P. 769 L.D. 1962
(C "B" S-578)
(7-18) An Act to Amend the Maine Revised Unclaimed Property Act and Clarify the Definition of "Virtual Currency"
H.P. 1313 L.D. 1969
(C "A" H-947)
(7-19) An Act Regarding Mail Order Delivery of Prescription Drugs
S.P. 821 L.D. 2005
(C "A" S-597)
(7-20) An Act to Clarify the Requirements of a County Audit
S.P. 828 L.D. 2009
(C "A" S-590)
(7-21) 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
(H "A" H-961 to C "A" H-951)
(7-22) An Act to Clarify the Requirement That Municipal and County Jails Be Available at All Times for Detention of Arrested Persons
S.P. 845 L.D. 2058
(C "A" S-594)
(7-23) An Act to Provide Health Care Cost Reimbursement for Retired Law Enforcement Canines
H.P. 1396 L.D. 2081
(C "A" H-904)
(7-24) An Act to Modify Probationary Periods for Dispatchers
H.P. 1405 L.D. 2090
(C "A" H-941)
(7-25) An Act Requiring Hospitals to Adopt Cybersecurity Plans
H.P. 1418 L.D. 2103
(C "A" H-937)
(7-26) An Act to Update Maine's Mandated Reporting Laws
H.P. 1420 L.D. 2105
(C "A" H-907)
(7-27) An Act to Update Employer Substance Use Testing Policy Requirements
H.P. 1425 L.D. 2110
(C "A" H-950)
(7-28) An Act to Extend the Sunset Date of the Affordable Housing Income Tax Credit
H.P. 1431 L.D. 2116
(C "A" H-917)
(7-29) An Act to Amend the Maine Emergency Medical Services Act of 1982 to Modify Penalties for Unauthorized Operation or Practice of Emergency Medical Services, to Direct Maine Emergency Medical Services to Evaluate Improvements to Maine's Trauma System Reporting and to Make Certain Technical Changes
S.P. 826 L.D. 2132
(C "A" S-583)
(7-30) An Act to Modify Certain Statutes Governing Revocation of Probation, Victim Confidentiality and the Commissioner of Corrections
H.P. 1450 L.D. 2161
(C "A" H-912)
(7-31) An Act to Enhance Crime Victims' Rights
H.P. 1452 L.D. 2163
(C "A" H-910)
(7-32) An Act to Update and Improve the MaineCare Reimbursement System
H.P. 1465 L.D. 2177
(C "A" H-921)
(7-33) An Act to Amend Certain State Tax Laws
H.P. 1469 L.D. 2188
(C "A" H-920)
(7-34) An Act to Clarify Responsibility for Compensation of Court-appointed Attorneys in Certain Proceedings
S.P. 895 L.D. 2194
(S "A" S-589 to C "A" S-582)
(7-35) An Act to Require Notice to the Attorney General Prior to the Merger of Certain Health Care Entities as Recommended by 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
H.P. 1481 L.D. 2202
(7-36) An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Right To Know Advisory Committee Concerning Certain Existing Public Records Exceptions
H.P. 1496 L.D. 2219
(C "A" H-909)
(7-37) An Act to Increase Funding for Construction Plan Reviews and Clarify Rule-making Authority for Municipal Reviews of Development
H.P. 1498 L.D. 2223
(C "A" H-925)
(7-38) An Act to Eliminate Inactive Boards and Commissions
H.P. 1505 L.D. 2228
(C "A" H-946)
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Act
(7-39) An Act to Enact the Maine Online Data Privacy Act
H.P. 1220 L.D. 1822
(H "B" H-906 to C "A" H-716)
Comes from the House FAILED ENACTMENT.
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Resolves
(7-40) Resolve, Directing the Maine Office of Community Affairs to Submit Legislation and Take Other Actions to Effectuate the Transition of Responsibility for Regulating Manufactured Housing Communities and the Construction and Installation of Manufactured Homes from the Manufactured Housing Board to the Maine Office of Community Affairs
S.P. 156 L.D. 364
(C "A" S-601)
(7-41) Resolve, to Assess the Total Cost to the State of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
S.P. 740 L.D. 1870
(C "A" S-570)
(7-42) Resolve, to Convene a Working Group to Study Methods for Enhancing the Safety of Judicial and Elected Officials
H.P. 1436 L.D. 2121
(C "A" H-913)
(7-43) Resolve, to Establish a Demand Response Program to Lower Electric Bills and Improve Grid Reliability
S.P. 858 L.D. 2140
(C "A" S-584)
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ORDERS OF THE DAY
Unfinished Business
The following matters in the consideration of which the Senate was engaged at the time of Adjournment have preference in the Orders of the Day and continue with such preference until disposed of as provided by Senate Rule 516.
1.
Tabled and Later Assigned
An Act to Include in the Ranked-choice Election Method for General and Special Elections the Offices of Governor, State Senator and State Representative and to Make Other Related Changes
S.P.
660 L.D. 1666
(C "B" S-499)
Tabled - February 10, 2026 by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland
Pending - ENACTMENT in concurrence
(In House, PASSED TO BE ENACTED.)
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2.
Tabled and Later Assigned
SENATE REPORTS - from the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY on Bill "An Act Regarding the Calculation of Electric Rate Contracting Costs"
S.P.
386 L.D. 897
Report "A" - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-571) (8 members)
Report "B" - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (S-572) (4 members)
Report "C" - Ought Not to Pass (1 member)
Tabled - March 24, 2026 by Senator LAWRENCE of York
Pending - motion by same Senator to ACCEPT Report "A" OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-571)
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3.
Tabled and Later Assigned
SENATE REPORTS - from the Committee on INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE on Bill "An Act Regarding the Operations of the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife"
S.P.
134 L.D. 350
Majority - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-579) (9 members)
Minority - Ought Not to Pass (3 members)
Tabled - March 25, 2026 by Senator BALDACCI of Penobscot
Pending - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT
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4.
Tabled and Later Assigned
Bill "An Act to Require the Cooperation of Original Manufacturers of Electronic Devices to Facilitate the Repair of Those Devices by Device Owners and Independent Repair Providers"
S.P.
749 L.D. 1908
(C "A" S-563)
Tabled - March 26, 2026 by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland
Pending - FURTHER CONSIDERATION
(In Senate, March 24, 2026, Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-563) Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-563).)
(In House, Minority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "B" (S-564) Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "B" (S-564) in NON-CONCURRENCE.)
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5.
Tabled and Later Assigned
HOUSE REPORTS - from the Committee on TAXATION on Bill "An Act to Promote Film Production in Maine"
H.P.
1309 L.D. 1957
Majority - Ought Not to Pass (7 members)
Minority - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-900) (6 members)
Tabled - March 30, 2026 by Senator STEWART of Aroostook
Pending - motion by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock to ACCEPT the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report in NON-CONCURRENCE
(In House, Minority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-900).)
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6.
Tabled and Later Assigned
HOUSE REPORTS - from the Committee on TAXATION on Bill "An Act to Establish Municipal Cost Components for Unorganized Territory Services to Be Rendered in Fiscal Year 2026-27" (EMERGENCY)
H.P.
1499 L.D. 2222
Majority - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-897) (12 members)
Minority - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-898) (1 member)
Tabled - March 30, 2026 by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock
Pending - motion by same Senator to ACCEPT the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-897) Report in concurrence
(In House, Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-897) Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-897).)
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7.
Tabled and Later Assigned
HOUSE REPORTS - from the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY on Bill "An Act to Prohibit the Unauthorized Use of Drones on or over the Premises of Correctional Facilities and Jails"
H.P.
1446 L.D. 2157
Report "A" - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-891) (7 members)
Report "B" - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-892) (5 members)
Report "C" - Ought Not to Pass (1 member)
Tabled - March 30, 2026 by Senator BEEBE-CENTER of Knox
Pending - motion by same Senator to ACCEPT Report "A" OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-891) in NON-CONCURRENCE
(In House, Report "B", OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "B" (H-892), READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "B" (H-892).)
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8.
Tabled and Later Assigned
HOUSE REPORTS - from the Committee on TAXATION on Bill "An Act to Modify Taxes Applying to Adult Use Cannabis, Hemp and Hemp Products"
H.P.
1301 L.D. 1942
Report "A" - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-901) (10 members)
Report "B" - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-902) (1 member)
Report "C" - Ought Not to Pass (1 member)
Tabled - March 30, 2026 by Senator GROHOSKI of Hancock
Pending - ACCEPTANCE OF ANY REPORT
(In House, Report "A", OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-901), READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-901).)
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9.
Tabled and Later Assigned
HOUSE REPORT - on Bill "An Act to Support Investment in Agriculture"
H.P. 199 L.D. 299
Report -Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-918)
Tabled - April 2, 2026 by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland
Pending - ACCEPTANCE OF REPORT in concurrence
(In House, Report READ and ACCEPTED and Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-918).)
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10.
Tabled and Later Assigned
HOUSE REPORTS - from the Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES on Bill "An Act to Prohibit Noncompete Clauses for Health Care Professionals as Recommended by 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"
H.P.
1479 L.D. 2200
Majority - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-919) (9 members)
Minority - Ought to Pass (4 members)
Tabled - April 2, 2026 by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland
Pending - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT
(In House, Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-919).)
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11.
Tabled and Later Assigned
An Act Regarding Required Landings in the Menhaden Fishery
H.P.
876 L.D. 1353
(C "A" H-873)
Tabled - April 2, 2026 by Senator DUSON of Cumberland
Pending - ENACTMENT in concurrence
(In House, PASSED TO BE ENACTED.)
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12.
Tabled and Later Assigned
SENATE REPORTS - from the Committee on TRANSPORTATION on Resolve, to Allow the Maine Turnpike Authority to Conduct a Pilot Program to Implement Automated Speed Control Systems in Highway Work Zones
S.P.
598 L.D. 1457
Majority - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-605) (11 members)
Minority - Ought Not to Pass (1 member)
Tabled - April 2, 2026 by Senator BENNETT of Oxford
Pending - motion by Senator NANGLE of Cumberland to ACCEPT the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report
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13.
Tabled and Later Assigned
An Act to Authorize General Fund Bond Issues to Support Maine's Agricultural and Forestry Sectors, Wastewater Treatment Facilities, Public Water and Public Sewer Systems, Housing, Culverts, the University of Maine System, Transportation Infrastructure and Court Facilities
H.P.
1409 L.D. 2094
(C "A" H-922)
Tabled - April 2, 2026 by Senator TALBOT ROSS of Cumberland
Pending - ENACTMENT in NON-CONCURRENCE
(In House, FAILED ENACTMENT.)
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14.
Tabled and Later Assigned
HOUSE REPORT - on Bill "An Act to Promote Investment in Housing"
Report -Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-942)
Tabled - April 2, 2026 by Senator STEWART of Aroostook
Pending - ACCEPTANCE OF REPORT in concurrence (Roll Call Ordered)
(In House, Report READ and ACCEPTED and Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-942).)
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