An Act To Prohibit The Sale And Leaseback Of A Health Care Entity'S Main Campus To A Real Estate Investment Trust 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

This Maine bill prohibits state health departments from issuing or renewing licenses for health care entities if their main campus is leased from a real estate investment trust (REIT). The legislation defines the "main campus" as the location containing the majority of an entity's inpatient beds and covers various providers, including hospitals, clinics, and surgical centers. An exemption applies to any hospital that was already leasing its main campus from a REIT before July 1, 2026, allowing these facilities to keep their license even if they are sold or transferred to new owners.