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failed · Maine · House Apr 8, 2025

LD 1073: An Act To Amend Provisions Of The Maine Metallic Mineral Mining Act To Advance Health Equity And Improve The Well-Being Of Vulnerable Populations

LD 1073 amends definitions in the Maine Metallic Mineral Mining Act, clarifying terms like "fugitive emission" (unintentional leaks from mining equipment) and "mine waste" (materials removed during mining). The bill updates these definitions to better describe mining operations but does not introduce new requirements or policies related to health equity. It does not directly affect vulnerable populations or advance health equity, as the amendments only revise technical terminology without changing regulatory obligations. The bill's focus is purely definitional, not substantive policy.
Ambureen Rana (D) · 8 co-sponsors
failed · Maine · House Apr 8, 2025

LD 632: An Act To Allow A Local Option Sales Tax On Short-Term Lodging To Fund Affordable Housing

LD 632 allows Maine municipalities to impose a 2% local sales tax on short-term lodging (such as hotels, vacation rentals, and tourist camps) if approved by a voter referendum. The tax revenue must fund affordable housing programs within the municipality, including construction, renovation, and rental assistance for lower and moderate income households. Specifically, 15% of the collected revenue goes to the Maine State Housing Authority for rural housing initiatives, while the remaining funds return to the municipality for local housing projects. The tax requires voter approval (a majority of votes cast with at least 20% turnout from the last gubernatorial election) and cannot take effect before January 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new 2% local sales tax on short-term lodging to fund affordable housing programs, directly advancing government spending for essential services through taxation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill imposes 2% tax on short-term lodging to fund municipal affordable housing programs, including construction and rental assistance for low/moderate income households.95% confidence
Charles Skold (D) · 9 co-sponsors
failed · Maine · House Apr 8, 2025

LD 964: An Act To Change The Definitions Of "Sunrise" And "Sunset" In The Inland Fisheries And Wildlife Laws To Better Allow For Variations In Timing Across The State

LD 964 amends Maine's inland fisheries and wildlife laws to update the official source for calculating sunrise and sunset times. It changes the reference from the U.S. Naval Observatory's Nautical Almanac Office to its Astronomical Applications Department and removes the requirement to use Bangor, Maine, as the reference point. This change standardizes the calculation method across the entire state, eliminating location-specific variations. The bill directly affects regulations governing hunting, fishing, and wildlife management that rely on sunrise/sunset timing. The amendment applies to all locations within Maine, ensuring consistent application of these definitions statewide.
Abden Simmons (R)
failed · Maine · Senate Apr 8, 2025

LD 980: Resolve, To Create The Commission To Improve The Oversight Of The Long-Term Care System

LD 980 establishes a 9-member commission to study Maine's long-term care oversight system and make recommendations for improvement. The commission includes state legislators, the long-term care ombudsman director, industry representatives (memory care, private nonmedical facilities, nursing homes), an elder advocate, and two public members with personal experience in care facilities. It will examine inspection systems, simplify regulations, review best practices from other states, assess prior recommendations on workforce issues, and suggest better care institutions. The commission must submit its findings and suggested legislation to the Health and Human Services Committee by March 1, 2026.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates commission to improve long-term care oversight and regulations, strengthening system through best practices and simplified oversight.85% confidence
Denise Tepler (D) · 7 co-sponsors
failed · Maine · Senate Apr 8, 2025

LD 1102: Resolve, To Raise Awareness Of The Importance Of Brain Health And Reducing The Risk Of Dementia

LD 1102 directs Maine's Department of Health and Human Services to launch a public awareness campaign promoting brain health and reducing dementia risk. The campaign will provide healthcare providers with materials on early detection, public materials about dementia warning signs and prevention (especially for high-risk communities), and resources for individuals and caregivers. It allocates $100,000 from the General Fund for this one-time initiative, with no ongoing funding. The resolution focuses on education and resource sharing, not new regulations or benefits.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $100,000 from General Fund for one-time awareness campaign, directly funding a state initiative.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $100k for dementia awareness campaign, providing prevention resources to healthcare providers and public, directly supporting public health initiatives.95% confidence
Stacey Guerin (R) · 1 co-sponsor
failed · Maine · Senate Apr 8, 2025

LD 993: An Act To Require First Responder Training For Mental Health Crisis And Critical Incident Stress Recognition

LD 993 requires Maine's Department of Public Safety to create and implement a three-year training program for first responders and similar personnel. The training teaches participants to recognize and manage mental health crises and critical incident stress in themselves and others. It mandates collaboration with mental health organizations, critical incident stress management teams, and relevant agencies to develop and update the program. The policy change directly affects first responders by equipping them with skills to handle mental health challenges during their duties.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates mental health crisis recognition training for first responders, directly enhancing mental health service response and collaboration with mental health organizations.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates mental health training for first responders to manage crises/stress, improving workplace safety for workers.95% confidence
Tim Nangle (D) · 1 co-sponsor
failed · Maine · House Apr 8, 2025

LD 963: An Act To Standardize Subsidized Housing Application Forms

LD 963 requires the Maine State Housing Authority to create a standard application form for subsidized housing by December 1, 2025. This bill directly affects municipal housing authorities and their contractors who administer subsidized housing programs, mandating they use this uniform form for all applications. The key provision establishes a single, consistent application process statewide, reducing confusion for applicants and streamlining administrative work for housing providers. This change aims to improve efficiency and accessibility in Maine's subsidized housing system without altering eligibility criteria or funding levels.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingStandardizes subsidized housing applications, reducing confusion and streamlining access to affordable housing programs, supporting efficient administration of existing subsidized housing.85% confidence
Alicia Collins (R) · 7 co-sponsors
failed · Maine · House Apr 8, 2025

LD 521: An Act To Prohibit Discrimination In Housing Based On Source Of Income, Veteran Status Or Military Status

LD 521 prohibits housing discrimination in Maine based on source of income, military status, or veteran status. It amends Maine’s housing law to explicitly protect renters and prospective tenants from discrimination related to housing vouchers, government benefits (like Social Security or child support), military service, or veteran status. Landlords, agents, and brokers are now barred from refusing to rent, charging different terms, or advertising in ways that discriminate based on these categories. The law applies to all housing accommodations and aligns with existing protections for race, gender, disability, and other categories under Maine law.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits housing discrimination based on income source (e.g., vouchers), military/veteran status, strengthening tenant protections and access to housing.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProhibits housing discrimination based on veteran status, directly protecting veterans from exclusion in housing95% confidence
Cassie Julia (D) · 7 co-sponsors
failed · Maine · House Apr 8, 2025

LD 942: An Act To Safeguard Sustainable Food Sources Provided By Certain Maine Farmers

LD 942 requires Maine's Department of Agriculture to prioritize small and midsize farms (as defined by the Commissioner) for federal livestock grants. It also mandates clear state grant application rules and a stakeholder-informed process for evaluating state grants, including input from small/midsize farm owners and processors. The bill directs the development of shared-use kitchen programs to help midsize farms build processing infrastructure for local food demand. The Department must adopt these rules by June 30, 2025, and report on implementation by August 15, 2025. This bill directly affects small and midsize livestock and nonlivestock farms and their processors across Maine.
Amanda Collamore (R) · 5 co-sponsors
failed · Maine · Senate Apr 8, 2025

LD 797: An Act To Amend The Laws Regarding Work Search Efforts For Unemployment Benefits And To Eliminate Benefits For Temporary Unemployment

This bill (LD 797) changes Maine's unemployment benefit rules to require individuals receiving benefits to actively seek work three times weekly, with no exception for the Commissioner of Labor to waive this requirement. It specifies acceptable work search activities (e.g., submitting resumes, attending job fairs, completing job applications) and mandates weekly documentation of these efforts via an online portal or paper form by Friday. The Department of Labor must verify these reports and conduct random audits of 10% of submissions. Additionally, the bill eliminates the previous provision allowing benefits for "temporary unemployment," meaning individuals must meet the active job search requirement to qualify for benefits.
Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentRequires stricter work search for unemployment benefits with no waivers, restricting access to benefits - directly opposes expanding worker support.95% confidence
Trey Stewart (R)
failed · Maine · Senate Apr 8, 2025

LD 570: An Act To Provide An Additional Maine Resident Homestead Property Tax Exemption Based On Income

This bill adds a $75,000 property tax exemption for Maine homeowners with qualifying income, effective for tax years starting April 1, 2026. It directly affects Maine residents who already qualify for the standard homestead exemption and have federal adjusted gross income below specific thresholds: $200,000 for married couples filing jointly, $150,000 for heads of household, or $100,000 for single or married filing separately. The additional exemption increases the total homestead exemption to $100,000 for eligible homeowners. This change modifies the existing property tax structure based on income levels, not the exemption eligibility itself.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides property tax relief for lower/middle-income homeowners by adding income-based exemption, reducing their tax burden under Maine's homestead program.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides property tax relief to low-income homeowners, directly increasing housing affordability for qualifying residents through income-based exemption thresholds.95% confidence
Cameron Reny (D)
failed · Maine · House Apr 8, 2025

LD 1031: An Act To Allow Time-Share Associations To Charge Credit Card Surcharges

This bill allows time-share associations and their managing entities to charge a surcharge when owners pay assessments or fees using credit or debit cards. The surcharge must be clearly disclosed before payment and cannot exceed the actual cost of processing the card transaction (including fees from payment processors). Time-share owners can avoid the surcharge by paying with cash, check, or other non-card methods. The bill directly affects time-share owners who use card payments and associations managing their fees. It does not permit surcharges for debit card transactions if payment processors don't charge for them.
Josh Morris (R) · 1 co-sponsor
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