An Act Regarding Residency Restrictions For Sex Offenders

This bill requires Maine sex offenders to follow existing local town or city residency rules (like those restricting where they can live) under state law. It also directs the Sex Offender Management Commission to study whether statewide residency restrictions for sex offenders would improve public safety, evaluate implementation methods, and assess legal or constitutional issues. The commission must submit a report with findings and potential legislation by December 3, 2025, to the Criminal Justice Committee. This bill does not create new restrictions but mandates compliance with current local rules and orders a study to inform future policy.