An Act To Clarify Board Of Environmental Protection Procedures Regarding Appeals Of Licensing Or Permitting Decisions Of The Commissioner Of Environmental Protection

Maine LD 2210 clarifies the procedures for the Board of Environmental Protection when reviewing appeals of licensing or permitting decisions made by the Commissioner of Environmental Protection. The bill specifies that the board's review is based on the original administrative record, any supplemental evidence admitted during the appeal, and evidence from board hearings if held. It establishes a 30-day window for filing appeals and requires appellants to identify specific criteria they believe were not met in the commissioner's decision. Additionally, the legislation defines who may submit new evidence, grants the board chair authority to admit such evidence, and allows licensees or permittees to file written responses to the merits of an appeal.