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died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 1313: An Act To Promote Equity In The Forest Products Industry By Allowing Commercial Wood Haulers To Be Eligible For Certain Sales Tax Exemptions And Refunds

LD 1313 allows commercial wood haulers in Maine to qualify for sales tax exemptions or refunds when purchasing or leasing machinery and equipment used in transporting trees for the forest products industry. The bill amends Maine's tax code to explicitly include tree hauling within the definition of "commercial wood harvesting," ensuring haulers are covered under existing tax relief for qualifying equipment like trucks, semitrailers, and wood chippers. This change, effective January 1, 2026, directly benefits wood haulers operating in Maine's forest products sector by reducing their equipment costs.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly creates sales tax exemptions for commercial wood haulers, providing tax relief under tax policy (Subjects: SALES AND USE TAX).95% confidence
Brad Farrin (R) · 8 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 1425: An Act To Improve Access To Sustainable And Low-Barrier Trauma Recovery Services

This bill provides one-time funding of $1.09 million for fiscal year 2025-26 and $2.27 million for 2026-27 to the Maine Resiliency Center in Lewiston. It directly supports residents statewide affected by trauma through existing services focused on connection, information, and support. The funding enables the Center to continue and expand its current programs without creating new initiatives. This is a financial allocation from the General Fund, not a new policy or service mandate. The bill specifically targets trauma recovery services for community members, not other healthcare areas.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $3.36M from General Fund for trauma services, increasing public spending on social services per bill's funding specifics.95% confidence
Peggy Rotundo (D) · 8 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 560: An Act To Authorize A General Fund Bond Issue To Improve Coastal Climate Resiliency

LD 560 authorizes Maine to issue up to $75 million in general fund bonds to provide grants for coastal communities. The funds would directly support counties, municipalities, tribes, and regional councils to improve coastal climate resiliency and upgrade engineered beaches. Bond proceeds must be spent solely on these projects, with unspent funds lapsing after 10 years. The bond issue requires voter approval in a statewide election, where residents would vote "yes" or "no" on the $75 million funding request.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $75M bond for coastal resiliency grants, directly funding public infrastructure projects through state budget appropriation.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes $75M for coastal climate resiliency projects, directly funding environmental protection against climate impacts like sea-level rise.95% confidence
Donna Bailey (D) · 9 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 762: An Act To Authorize A General Fund Bond Issue For The Maintenance, Preservation And Promotion Of State Historic Sites

LD 762 authorizes Maine to issue $18 million in bonds for the capital costs of maintaining, preserving, and promoting state historic sites, directly affecting the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry's Bureau of Parks and Lands. The bill requires voter approval through a November referendum, where residents would vote on "Do you favor an $18,000,000 bond issue to fund the capital costs associated with the ongoing maintenance, preservation and promotion of state historic sites?" Proceeds must be used exclusively for historic site projects and cannot be carried over after 10 years if unspent.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $18M bond issue for historic site maintenance, directly funding state program through fiscal mechanism (bond issuance) per budget/tax topic definition.90% confidence
Nicole Grohoski (D) · 9 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 1912: An Act To Authorize A General Fund Bond Issue To Address Maine'S Housing Shortage

LD 1912 authorizes Maine to issue $60 million in general obligation bonds to address the state's housing shortage, pending voter approval in a November election. The bond proceeds would be allocated as follows: $30 million to support housing manufacturers through the Innovative Housing Incentive Program (grants for affordable housing production and factory expansion), $25 million to the Maine State Housing Authority for home accessibility repairs, $2.5 million for weatherization assistance to low-income households, and $2.5 million for rehabilitating aging housing for first-time homebuyers. The bonds must be repaid within 10 years, with unspent funds lapsing to retire other state debt. This bill requires a statewide referendum for ratification before implementation.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $60M in bonds to fund housing programs (manufacturers, repairs, weatherization), allocating state funds for essential public services under budget management.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes $60M in bonds for affordable housing production ($30M), accessibility repairs ($25M), and weatherization ($2.5M), directly addressing housing shortage95% confidence
Rick Bennett (I) · 8 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 826: An Act To Authorize A General Fund Bond Issue To Establish The School Energy Savings Revolving Loan Fund

LD 826 authorizes a $10 million bond issue to create the School Energy Savings Revolving Loan Fund, which requires voter approval via referendum. The fund, administered by the Department of Education, provides low-interest loans (ranging from $50,000 to $1,000,000) to Maine school districts for energy efficiency projects like equipment upgrades, insulation, and building envelope improvements. Repaid loans replenish the fund, creating a revolving resource for future school energy investments. The bonds must be issued within 5 years of voter approval, with unused funds lapsing after 10 years to retire other state debt. This bill directly affects public school districts seeking to reduce energy costs through infrastructure improvements.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $10M bond for revolving loan fund (repaid loans replenish fund), promoting fiscal responsibility for school energy projects without new taxes.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides low-interest loans for school energy efficiency projects (equipment, insulation, building improvements), directly enhancing school infrastructure per education topic description.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAuthorizes $10M bond for school energy efficiency loans, funding equipment upgrades and insulation to reduce energy use.95% confidence
Teresa Pierce (D) · 7 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 1140: An Act To Authorize A General Fund Bond Issue To Strengthen The Resilience And Growth Of Maine'S Agricultural Economy

LD 1140 authorizes a $45 million bond issue to fund Maine's agricultural, food, and forest products sectors. The proceeds will be allocated as follows: $35 million to the Maine Agriculture, Food and Forest Products Investment Fund (with 2/3 supporting food/agriculture and 1/3 forest products), $5 million for the dairy sector, $2.5 million for farmer disaster relief, and $2.5 million for farmland protection through the Land for Maine's Future program. The bonds require voter approval via referendum and must be spent within 10 years, with unspent funds lapsing to retire general obligation bonds. This legislation directly affects farmers, food processors, forest product businesses, and land conservation efforts across Maine.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $45M bond for agricultural funding, directly allocating state budget resources to support sectors through fiscal management and program funding.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAllocates $2.5M for farmland protection via Land for Maine's Future conservation program, aligning with environmental conservation indicators.75% confidence
Mattie Daughtry (D) · 5 co-sponsors
failed · Maine · House Apr 29, 2026

LD 798: An Act To Authorize A General Fund Bond Issue To Fund Mass Timber Manufacturing

This bill authorizes Maine to issue $50 million in general obligation bonds to fund the design, construction, or retrofitting of manufacturing facilities producing mass timber. The funds would be administered by the Department of Economic and Community Development through its Dirigo business incentives program, specifically supporting facilities using sustainably harvested Maine forest products. Mass timber includes engineered wood products like cross-laminated timber and glue-laminated timber. The bond issue requires voter approval via referendum, with a November election question asking if residents support the $50 million bond for this purpose.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $50M general obligation bond issue for manufacturing facilities, directly increasing state budget allocation for economic development via fiscal mechanism.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds sustainable mass timber manufacturing using sustainably harvested forest products, promoting natural resource conservation under natural resources subject.95% confidence
Sam Zager (D) · 8 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 699: An Act Providing Appropriations And Allocations For State Government Operations

LD 699 is a concept draft (not a final bill) proposing state funding for government operations. It outlines necessary budget allocations to cover the costs of running Maine's state government agencies and services. This bill directly affects all state departments and programs relying on annual appropriations. As a funding measure, it does not create new policies or regulations but provides the financial framework for existing operations. The bill is currently under review by the Appropriations Committee.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates necessary funding for state government operations under FY24-25 budget, supporting essential services without new policies or tax changes.95% confidence
Peggy Rotundo (D)
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 836: An Act To Authorize A General Fund Bond Issue To Upgrade Municipal Culverts At Stream Crossings

This bill authorizes Maine to issue up to $50 million in state bonds to fund municipal culvert upgrades at stream crossings. The funds will support a competitive grant program administered by the Department of Transportation, matching local funding for projects that improve fish and wildlife habitats (including sea-run fish and brook trout) and enhance community safety during storms and floods. Eligible applicants include local governments, conservation commissions, soil and water districts, and private nonprofits. Projects must include maps and demonstrate how they advance habitat restoration priorities and flood preparedness. Unspent funds after project completion will retire other state bonds.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $50M in state bonds for municipal infrastructure grants, increasing state budget allocation for public safety and environmental projects without direct tax impact.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds culvert upgrades to improve fish/wildlife habitats (including sea-run fish) and protect natural resources, directly advancing environmental conservation.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes $50M in bonds for culvert upgrades improving road safety and habitat, directly funding transportation infrastructure projects via DOT.90% confidence
Mattie Daughtry (D) · 5 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 1014: An Act To Authorize A General Fund Bond Issue To Develop Maine Talent And Innovation By Improving The Infrastructure Of The University Of Maine System

LD 1014 authorizes Maine to issue $100 million in general obligation bonds to fund infrastructure improvements at all University of Maine System campuses. The funds would support renovations and replacements of classrooms, residence halls, research laboratories, and other essential facilities to enhance education, research, and economic development. Private and other funds must match the state's investment, with projects aligned to the university system's capital and strategic plans. The bond measure requires voter approval via a statewide referendum.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $100M in bonds for university infrastructure, funding essential public education services with private matching funds, aligning with fiscal responsibility and public investment.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAuthorizes $100M state bonds for UMaine infrastructure upgrades (classrooms, labs), directly enhancing educational facilities and research capacity per bill summary.95% confidence
Teresa Pierce (D) · 9 co-sponsors
died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 781: An Act To Provide For Appropriations And Allocations

This bill is a concept draft (LD 781) proposing a framework for state budget appropriations and allocations in Maine. It does not specify particular funding amounts, programs, or affected entities, as it is only a preliminary framework under Joint Rule 208. The bill text states it "proposes to provide for appropriations and allocations" without detailing mechanisms or concrete policy changes. Since it is a procedural concept draft with no substantive provisions provided in the text, a specific summary of policy effects cannot be generated from the available context.
Peggy Rotundo (D)
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