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died · Maine · House Apr 29, 2026

LD 107: An Act To Require Health Insurance Coverage For Biomarker Testing

LD 107 requires Maine health insurance plans, including MaineCare (Medicaid), to cover biomarker testing for diagnosis, treatment, or monitoring of diseases when supported by specific evidence. This affects patients needing biomarker tests (like genetic screenings for cancer treatment) and insurers providing health coverage in Maine. The bill mandates coverage if the test is backed by FDA approval, drug labeling, federal coverage determinations, or nationally recognized clinical guidelines. It also requires insurers to deliver testing in a way that minimizes disruptions, such as avoiding multiple biopsies. The law applies to both public and private health insurance plans in the state.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for biomarker testing when evidence-based, expanding patient access to critical diagnostic tools for disease management.95% confidence
Sam Zager (D) · 7 co-sponsors
died · Maine · House Apr 29, 2026

LD 534: An Act To Clarify The Rights Of Crime Victims And Witnesses Regarding Professional Investigator Communications

LD 534 requires professional investigators working for criminal defendants (such as defense attorneys or the Maine Commission on Public Defense) to disclose specific information to crime victims and witnesses *before* contacting them. This includes the investigation's purpose, who the investigator represents (the defendant), and that victims/witnesses are not obligated to speak with them. The bill also mandates that investigators immediately stop all contact if a victim or witness requests it, in writing or orally. For minors involved in criminal cases, investigators must first obtain consent from a parent or guardian (not the defendant) before communicating with the minor.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires disclosure to victims/witnesses before contact, protects their rights to opt-out, aligns with victim-centered criminal justice reform90% confidence
Tavis Hasenfus (D)
died · Maine · House Apr 29, 2026

LD 340: An Act Regarding Speedy Trials

LD 340 establishes new time limits for criminal trials in Maine, requiring trials to begin within specific periods after arraignment based on the severity of the charges. For Class A crimes (like murder), trials must start within 24 months by 2027, tightening to 9 months by 2031. Less serious charges (Class D/E) have deadlines shrinking from 12 to 6 months over the same period. The bill directly affects defendants facing criminal charges in Maine courts, with time limits calculated from arraignment and excluding certain delays like mental evaluations or transportation.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeSets stricter time limits for trials to prevent delays, protecting defendants' right to speedy trial - a key criminal justice reform principle.95% confidence
Matt Moonen (D) · 8 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 1219: An Act To Increase State Funding For The Campuses Of The University Of Maine System And To Raise The Minimum Hourly Wage For Employees Of The System

LD 1219 requires the University of Maine System (UMS) campuses to receive state funding at 95% of their peer institution's per-student state funding starting July 1, 2026, and 100% starting July 1, 2027. Peer institutions are defined by UMS trustees and determined using the most recent available data. The bill also raises UMS hourly employee wages to 125% of Maine's state minimum wage, effective July 1, 2025. Funding allocations include $14.37 million for fiscal year 2025-26 and $24.53 million for 2026-27 to support these changes.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases state funding for UMS campuses (95-100% of peer funding) and allocates $14.37M/$24.53M for fiscal years, raising employee wages via state budget appropriations.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases UMS funding to 95-100% of peer institutions and raises employee wages, directly advancing higher education funding and staff compensation.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRaises UMS hourly wages to 125% of Maine's state minimum wage, directly increasing compensation for workers under Labor & Employment policies.95% confidence
Mike Tipping (D) · 9 co-sponsors
died · Maine · House Apr 29, 2026

LD 331: Resolve, Directing The Department Of Health And Human Services To Ensure Timely Reimbursement Under Mainecare Regarding Hospital Cost Reports

This bill requires the Maine Department of Health and Human Services to amend its rules so that hospitals participating in MaineCare receive at least 75% of the amount they report for costs within 90 days of submitting their cost reports. It directly affects hospitals that submit cost reports for reimbursement under MaineCare, the state's Medicaid program. The change mandates this timeline and reimbursement rate through updates to the MaineCare Benefits Manual (Chapter 101, Chapter III, Section 45) and must be implemented using existing department resources without new state funding.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates 75% timely reimbursement to MaineCare hospitals, preventing cash flow issues that could disrupt services and strengthen Medicaid program effectiveness.95% confidence
Gary Drinkwater (R) · 9 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 1859: An Act To Improve Access To Child Care And Early Childhood Education By Establishing Regional Resource Hubs

LD 1859 establishes four regional resource hubs across Maine by November 2025 to improve access to child care and early childhood education. These hubs, operated by existing regional nonprofits, will help families locate programs, assist with applications for the Maine Child Care Affordability Program, and connect parents to local resources like public preschools and community agencies. Each hub must conduct annual needs assessments, create regional plans based on parent and employer input, and support child care providers through training and business assistance. The bill directly affects families with young children, child care providers, employers, and educators by coordinating existing services and increasing access to high-quality early childhood programs.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes child care hubs to help parents access early education, directly enabling workforce participation and reducing employment barriers for caregivers.90% confidence
Henry Ingwersen (D) · 5 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 1528: An Act To Support Farmland Conservation

LD 1528 creates a dedicated, interest-bearing fund within Maine's Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry to support farmland conservation through public-private partnerships. The bill transfers $1 million from the state's General Fund surplus to this program by June 2026 and funds a new Resource Management Coordinator position to manage conservation efforts. This funding directly supports the Maine Working Farmland Access and Protection Program, helping farmers and landowners preserve agricultural land by providing financial resources for conservation initiatives. The account is designed to be ongoing, accepting both state appropriations and private/public contributions to sustain long-term farmland protection.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesTransfers $1M from General Fund surplus to fund farmland conservation program, directly supporting fiscal allocation for essential public program as per budget management.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds farmland conservation via dedicated program, directly supporting natural resource preservation per bill's purpose and subjects.95% confidence
Rick Bennett (I) · 7 co-sponsors
died · Maine · House Apr 29, 2026

LD 616: An Act To Provide Funding To The Maine Semiquincentennial Commission To Commemorate The United States Of America'S 250Th Birthday In 2026

LD 616 provides $250,000 in one-time state funding to the Maine Semiquincentennial Commission for public programs commemorating the United States' 250th birthday in 2026. The state funds will match private donations, requiring the commission to secure private contributions to access the state money. This appropriation is limited to the 2025-2026 fiscal year, with no ongoing funding provided for future years. The commission will use these combined state-private funds to support public events related to the 2026 commemoration.
Randall Greenwood (R) · 3 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 1639: An Act To Codify Minimum Instructional Hours In The State'S Schools

LD 1639 requires all Maine school administrative units to ensure each school provides at least 900 instructional hours annually. It defines "instructional hours" as time students spend on scheduled academic activities under staff supervision (excluding lunch, recess, or extracurriculars), allowing field trips related to academics to count toward the total. The bill permits the Education Commissioner to grant waivers for extraordinary disruptions like natural disasters, requiring written applications and recovery plans. School units must annually report compliance to the state, with potential consequences like withheld funding for noncompliance, effective starting the 2026-2027 school year.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates minimum 900 annual instructional hours for Maine schools, ensuring consistent academic time under supervision, aligning with educational standards.95% confidence
Nicole Grohoski (D)
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 13: An Act To Provide Funds Necessary For The Production And Delivery Of Election Materials By The Secretary Of State And To Reconvene The Working Group To Study Polling Places At Schools

This bill creates a dedicated fund within Maine's Secretary of State's office to cover the costs of producing and delivering election materials like ballots and voter guides. It mandates an annual $266,000 transfer from the General Fund (adjusting for inflation every two years) to support these materials, with unused funds carried forward annually. Additionally, it requires the Secretary of State to reconvene a 9-member working group - including education officials, school association representatives, and advocates - to study using school buildings as polling places. The group must examine security, accessibility, and best practices across states, then submit recommendations by December 15, 2025.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates annual $266k transfer from General Fund to fund election materials, securing dedicated budget for essential election services.95% confidence
Craig Hickman (D) · 5 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 34: An Act To Increase The Minimum Salary For Teachers

LD 34 sets new minimum salary levels for certified teachers and career and technical education teachers in Maine public schools, starting in the 2026-2027 school year. It requires school districts to establish minimums of $45,000 for 2026-27, increasing to $52,500 by 2029-30, with automatic annual cost-of-living adjustments after 2030 based on the Chained Consumer Price Index. The state will provide supplemental funding to cover these increases for school districts that previously paid below the new minimums. This directly affects public school teachers and districts in Maine, with the first salary adjustments taking effect for the 2026-2027 school year.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates state supplemental funding to cover increased teacher salaries, directly increasing public education spending within state budget allocations.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates minimum teacher salary increases with state funding, directly supporting educator compensation and school funding stability per education topic description.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentDirectly increases minimum teacher salaries to $45k-$52.5k with COLA adjustments, advancing wage standards for public school workers under Labor & Employment protections.95% confidence
Teresa Pierce (D) · 8 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 1449: Resolve, Requiring The Commissioner Of Administrative And Financial Services To Conduct A Study Of The State'S Grant, Contracting And Procurement Practices

LD 1449 requires Maine's Commissioner of Administrative and Financial Services to study the state's grant, contracting, and procurement practices. The study must examine current reimbursement rates, application procedures, staffing levels, delays in payments, impacts on nonprofit wages, and other operational details across state agencies. It mandates stakeholder input from nonprofits, agencies, and experts, with a final report due by January 1, 2026, to the Joint Standing Committee on State and Local Government. The report will include specific recommendations to improve efficiency, transparency, equity, and accountability in managing public funds.
Mike Tipping (D)
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