An Act To Enhance Legislative Participation In The Governor'S Exercise Of Emergency Powers

LD 1524 requires the Governor to consult with the Legislative Council and obtain legislative approval for mutual aid agreements with other states that have not adopted the Emergency Management Assistance Compact. It also mandates that the Governor consult with the Legislative Council when making emergency orders and rules under Maine's emergency powers statute. These changes do not alter the Governor's core emergency authority but add procedural steps to increase legislative oversight for specific actions. The bill directly affects the Governor's emergency management decisions and the Legislature's role in reviewing agreements with other states.