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signed · Maine · House Apr 15, 2026

LD 2123: An Act To Improve Dental Care Access For Children By Modifying The Mainecare Reimbursement Methodology For The Provision Of Anesthesia For Certain Dental Services

This bill directs Maine's Department of Health and Human Services to remove prior authorization requirements for deep sedation or general anesthesia used during dental procedures for MaineCare members, effective July 1, 2026. It also establishes a reimbursement rate for these anesthesia services at 67% of the commercial median benchmark, which must be maintained until June 30, 2028 or until a formal dental rate determination is completed. Additionally, the bill requires the department to keep temporary reimbursement rates for tooth extractions and dental caries treatments in place until the same deadline. These changes aim to simplify administrative processes and ensure consistent payment for dental anesthesia services under Maine's public health insurance program.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves dental care access for children by removing prior authorization requirements and establishing reimbursement rates for anesthesia services under MaineCare.90% confidence
Ryan Fecteau (D) · 8 co-sponsors
signed · Maine · House Apr 15, 2026

LD 2092: An Act To Update Certain Terms And References Regarding Information Technology And Cybersecurity

This bill updates Maine state laws to modernize terminology and procedures related to information technology and cybersecurity. It directly affects state agencies, the Department of Administrative and Financial Services, and the Chief Information Officer by clarifying how technology purchases and security measures should be handled. Key changes include adjusting procurement thresholds for IT spending, defining cybersecurity terms more precisely, and expanding the Chief Information Officer's authority to approve technology acquisitions and oversee security training for state employees. The legislation also establishes clearer rules for purchasing cybersecurity services and using federal government procurement options when beneficial to the state.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill modernizes cybersecurity terminology and strengthens IT procurement procedures, enhancing state cybersecurity posture and protecting digital infrastructure.90% confidence
Sue Salisbury (D)
signed · Maine · House Apr 15, 2026

LD 2116: An Act To Make Permanent The Affordable Housing Income Tax Credit

This bill makes Maine's affordable housing income tax credit permanent by removing its expiration date of December 31, 2028. The program allows developers to receive tax credits for building or preserving affordable housing units, which they can use to offset their state income tax liability. Key provisions include maintaining an annual credit allocation cap of $15 million, setting aside 10% of credits for rural development preservation projects, and allowing unused credits to be carried forward to future years. The legislation directly affects housing developers and property owners who qualify for the tax credit, ensuring continued financial incentives for affordable housing development beyond the previous sunset date.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill makes affordable housing tax credit permanent, providing ongoing tax relief for developers and preserving essential housing programs through state tax policy.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill makes affordable housing tax credit permanent, directly funding and strengthening affordable housing development and preservation programs.95% confidence
Ambureen Rana (D) · 5 co-sponsors
signed · Maine · House Apr 15, 2026

LD 2118: An Act To Eliminate The Natural Areas Program And Reassign Certain Responsibilities Under The Program To The Department Of Inland Fisheries And Wildlife And To Amend The Law Governing Administration Of The Department Of Inland Fisheries And Wildlife, Bureau Of Resource Management

This bill eliminates the Natural Areas Program within the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry and transfers its responsibilities to the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. The legislation reorganizes the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife by establishing a new Bureau of Resource Management with expanded duties to manage habitat conservation, wildlife sanctuaries, and land acquisition for natural areas. The bill also updates legal definitions for terms such as natural areas, rare plants, and endangered species within state statutes to align with the new administrative structure. These changes affect state agencies responsible for conservation and management of natural resources, particularly those overseeing land and wildlife protection programs.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill transfers Natural Areas Program responsibilities to enhance habitat conservation, wildlife sanctuaries, and natural area land acquisition, strengthening environmental protection efforts.85% confidence
Jim Dill (D)
signed · Maine · Senate Apr 15, 2026

LD 2127: An Act To Increase The Cap On Bonds Issued By The Maine State Housing Authority To Reflect Current Housing Production Needs In The State

LD 2127 would raise the bond issuance cap for the Maine State Housing Authority (MSHA), allowing it to issue more bonds to fund housing projects. This change aims to align MSHA's borrowing capacity with current housing production needs across Maine. The bill does not specify the new cap amount or additional funding mechanisms, as these details are not included in the provided context. Without the full bill text or fiscal note, specific policy changes cannot be fully described.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases bond cap to fund housing projects, advancing state budget allocation for essential housing programs without tax changes.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases MSHA's bond issuance cap to fund housing projects, directly advancing housing production needs through enhanced financing capacity.95% confidence
Chip Curry (D)
signed · Maine · House Apr 15, 2026

LD 2017: An Act To Update Certain Statutes Governing School Nutrition

LD 2017 updates Maine's school nutrition laws by allowing applications for free or reduced-price meals to be submitted directly to the agency that determines student eligibility (not just the school). It preserves existing rules about student access to food, handling meal debt, and prohibiting the use of food as discipline in schools. The bill removes a requirement for an online application system, resulting in a $250,000 reduction in state funding for 2026-27. This change affects students and schools participating in the National School Lunch Program by simplifying the eligibility application process.
Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill removes online application requirement, resulting in $250,000 state funding cut for school nutrition program, directly defunding a school support program.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRemoves online application requirement, resulting in $250k defunding of tech system per bill summary; directly limits technology use in school nutrition process.85% confidence
Kelly Murphy (D)
signed · Maine · Senate Apr 15, 2026

LD 1997: An Act To Authorize Issuance Of Securities To Modernize And Consolidate Certain Court Facilities

LD 1997 authorizes the state of Maine to issue securities (such as bonds) to fund the modernization and consolidation of specific court facilities. The bill's title indicates it targets physical infrastructure improvements for courts, but the provided context lacks details on which facilities, funding amounts, or implementation timeline. Without additional bill text or fiscal note specifics, the exact scope and direct impacts cannot be described. This summary is limited to the title and the minimal context provided.
David Haggan (R)
signed · Maine · Senate Apr 15, 2026

LD 1904: An Act To Establish The Municipal Shoreline Protection Legal Fund

This bill establishes the Municipal Shoreline Protection Legal Fund to help Maine municipalities cover legal costs when pursuing serious (egregious) shoreland zoning violations. The fund, initially funded with $100,000 from the General Fund for fiscal year 2025-26, is administered by the Office of Policy Innovation and the Future. Municipalities receiving funds must reimburse the fund within six months of a legal settlement or final court decision. The fund must maintain a minimum $100,000 balance annually, with interest earned credited back to the fund.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $100k from General Fund to establish legal fund for municipal shoreland violations, directly funding a government program via state budget.95% confidence
Tim Nangle (D)
signed · Maine · House Apr 15, 2026

LD 1502: An Act To Update The Requirements For Health Insurance Coverage Of Prostate Cancer Screening

This bill requires most health insurance plans in Maine to cover annual prostate cancer screenings without cost-sharing (like copays or deductibles) for men aged 50 to 72. It mandates coverage for digital rectal exams, prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests, and medically necessary follow-up testing (such as imaging or lab work) when recommended by a doctor. The coverage must align with the most recent nationally recognized clinical guidelines for early detection. It applies to individual and group health insurance policies issued in Maine, excluding limited-benefit plans like accident-only or Medicare supplements. The law takes effect for policies renewed on or after September 1, 1998, with annual coverage requirements tied to current medical evidence.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates no-cost coverage for prostate cancer screenings (PSA tests, digital exams) without copays/deductibles, expanding access per clinical guidelines.95% confidence
Matt Moonen (D) · 5 co-sponsors
signed · Maine · Senate Apr 15, 2026

LD 785: An Act To Enact The Remaining Recommendations Of The Task Force On Changes To The Maine Indian Claims Settlement Implementing Act

LD 785 clarifies and updates Maine's Indian Claims Settlement Act by defining "sustenance use" for tribal members as noncommercial consumption within specific tribal territories (Passamaquoddy, Penobscot, Mi'kmaq, or Houlton Band lands) or within tribal households, excluding commercial sales. It removes an outdated paragraph from the law (Sec. 1) and updates the act's official name (Sec. 3). The bill also preserves the legislative findings about resolving tribal land claims (Sec. 4) but does not alter jurisdictional or land ownership arrangements. This directly affects tribal members accessing resources within designated territories under the settlement framework.
Rachel Talbot Ross (D) · 8 co-sponsors
signed · Maine · House Apr 15, 2026

LD 1652: An Act To Create A Tax Credit For Providers Of Dental Care For Mainecare Recipients

This bill creates a tax credit for dental providers enrolled in MaineCare, covering up to $5,000 annually in licensing fees and malpractice insurance costs. It directly affects licensed dentists and dental practices that treat MaineCare recipients. Key provisions require the Department of Health and Human Services to amend reimbursement rules to pay 75% of national Medicaid rates for dental services and cover all dental case management codes. The bill also allocates funding for three new positions within MaineCare Services to manage dental program implementation.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit for dental providers covering licensing/malpractice costs, directly providing tax relief to support MaineCare dental services funding and reimbursement rules.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates tax credit for dental providers serving MaineCare patients, increases reimbursement to 75% of Medicaid rates, and allocates funding - directly expanding access to dental care under public health program.95% confidence
Holly Stover (D) · 6 co-sponsors
signed · Maine · Senate Apr 15, 2026

LD 1773: An Act To Criminalize Certain Offenses Related To Gift Card Thefts

LD 1773 defines "retail merchandise" to explicitly include gift cards under Maine's organized retail theft laws. This change directly affects individuals who steal gift cards from retailers, making such thefts subject to the same criminal penalties as other stolen retail items. The bill's key mechanism is expanding the legal definition in existing law to cover gift cards as a distinct form of stolen property. It does not create new penalties but clarifies that gift card theft falls under current organized retail theft statutes.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands criminalization by explicitly including gift cards under theft laws, broadening criminal scope per 'oppose' indicators.95% confidence
Matt Harrington (R) · 3 co-sponsors
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