Maine Bills

failed · Maine · House Feb 10, 2026

LD 1671: An Act To Establish Disclosure Requirements Regarding Law Enforcement Officer Credibility Information

LD 1671 requires Maine law enforcement agencies to disclose to prosecutors any "credibility information" about an officer who may testify in a criminal case, including sustained findings of misconduct (like evidence tampering), bias, or felony allegations. Agencies must simultaneously notify both the prosecutor and the involved officer of this disclosure. Prosecutors must then give the officer at least 5 days to respond or request a court review before sharing the information with the defendant. This establishes clear timelines and due process for officers while ensuring transparency in criminal proceedings.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

failed · Maine · Senate Feb 10, 2026

LD 893: An Act To Exempt Nonprofit Agricultural Membership Organizations From Insurance Requirements

LD 893 exempts eligible nonprofit agricultural membership organizations from Maine's health insurance regulations. Specifically, it amends Maine law to exclude these organizations - defined as tax-exempt groups operating since 1951 and providing health benefits to members and dependents - from the legal definition of "health insurance." The bill requires these organizations to provide written notices to members stating their coverage is not insurance, is not regulated like insurance, and may leave members liable for unpaid medical expenses. This change applies only to organizations meeting all specified criteria, including annual public audits.

failed · Maine · House Feb 10, 2026

LD 1915: An Act To Regulate Earned Wage Access Services Providers

LD 1915 establishes a regulatory framework for earned wage access (EWA) services in Maine, requiring providers to register with the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation and renew annually. The bill defines key terms like "earned but unpaid income" (wages earned but not yet paid) and "provider" to clarify scope, excluding payroll services and employers offering early pay directly. Registration requires providers to demonstrate financial soundness and good character, with the state assessing applications for compliance. This law directly affects EWA service companies operating in Maine, ensuring they meet state standards before offering services to residents who want access to earned but unpaid wages.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

passed both · Maine · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SP 888: Ordered, The House Concurring, That When The Senate And House Adjourn, They Do So Until Tuesday, February 10, 2026, At 10:00 In The Morning, Or Until The Call Of The President Of The Senate And The Speaker Of The House, Respectively.

In concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.

passed both · Maine · House Feb 3, 2026

HP 1464: Joint Resolution Recognizing The Life And Accomplishments Of The Late United States Senator Margaret Chase Smith

This bill is a joint resolution that formally recognizes the life and accomplishments of the late United States Senator Margaret Chase Smith. It highlights her historic achievements, including being the first woman elected to both houses of Congress and her notable speech against McCarthyism. The resolution also honors her contributions to civil rights, her pioneering role in the 1964 presidential nomination process, and her legacy through her library and museum. This measure serves as an official tribute to her public service and leadership rather than enacting new policy changes.

failed · Maine · House Feb 3, 2026

LD 2091: An Act To Continue Training Programs For Emergency Medical Services

This bill allocates $1 million in one-time state funding to the Maine Community College System to support ongoing training programs for emergency medical services technicians and paramedics. The funds are designated for the 2026-27 fiscal year and are intended to maintain existing educational initiatives that prepare individuals for emergency medical response roles. By providing financial resources to the community college system, the legislation aims to ensure continued availability of training for healthcare workers in emergency services. The measure does not create new programs but rather sustains current training efforts through direct financial support.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare

failed · Maine · House Feb 3, 2026

LD 2014: An Act To Update The Funding Method For Career And Technical Education Programs

This bill updates how Maine calculates funding for career and technical education programs by changing the student enrollment count method. Starting with the 2027-2028 school year, programs will use a two-year average of student counts instead of the current three-year average. New or recently approved programs will continue using estimated enrollment numbers until they have enough actual data to calculate the new average. The change directly affects how state funding is distributed to schools and districts offering these vocational education programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

failed · Maine · House Feb 3, 2026

LD 1577: Resolve, To Establish The Commission To Study And Recommend Solutions For Modernizing The Maine Legislature

LD 1577 establishes a 15-member Commission to study modernization options for the Maine Legislature. The commission, composed of legislators, nonpartisan staff, a Governor appointee, and a Chief Justice appointee, will examine specific areas including technology improvements, legislative process efficiency, transparency, physical access, staffing, and structural changes like reducing bill volume or exploring a unicameral system. The Commission must submit its findings and recommendations to the State and Local Government Committee by November 4, 2026, with potential legislation considered by the 133rd Legislature in 2027. This procedural resolution does not enact policy but initiates a study process to inform future legislative changes.

failed · Maine · Senate Feb 3, 2026

LD 1026: An Act To Provide Mapping Services For Aquaculture Lease Siting

This bill requires Maine's Office of Community Affairs to create and provide a standardized mapping template and technical assistance to municipalities, tribal governments, and regional councils. The template helps these entities proactively identify and map areas of concern related to aquaculture lease siting (such as shellfish farming locations), supporting informed local planning decisions. It does not change existing laws but adds this mapping service as a new duty for the Office of Community Affairs.

failed · Maine · Senate Feb 3, 2026

LD 1774: An Act To Protect Domestic Workers

LD 1774 establishes occupational safety and health standards for domestic workers in Maine, directly affecting nannies, caregivers, housekeepers, and other workers providing in-home services (excluding family members or pet sitters). The bill requires employers to provide written contracts covering wages, hours, rest breaks, and sick leave, and mandates the Bureau of Labor to create rules for safe working conditions, housing privacy, and access to protective equipment. Employers violating these rules face civil fines of $100-$1,000 per violation, and workers can pursue private lawsuits for damages of $100-$1,000 per violation. The law applies to all domestic workers in Maine, including live-in staff, and aligns with existing federal and state labor protections.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

failed · Maine · House Feb 3, 2026

LD 1931: An Act To Annually Reimburse The Town Of Charleston For 43 Percent Of Property Tax Revenue Lost Due To The Mountain View Correctional Facility'S Tax-Exempt Status

This bill requires the state treasurer to annually reimburse the Town of Charleston for 43% of the property tax revenue the town lost each year because the Mountain View Correctional Facility is exempt from property taxes. The reimbursement covers the previous calendar year's loss, calculated based on the facility's tax-exempt status. It directly affects Charleston by providing financial compensation for lost local tax revenue. The key mechanism is a fixed 43% annual payment tied to documented revenue loss, not the facility's operations or future tax status.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

failed · Maine · Senate Feb 3, 2026

LD 471: Resolve, To Establish A Pilot Program To Expand Intensive English Language Learner Programs

LD 471 establishes a 2-year pilot program at the University of Maine and University of Southern Maine to expand intensive English language learner programs for individuals aged 16+ whose primary language is not English. The program provides financial help for child care, transportation, and living expenses to students who don't qualify for existing aid programs, funds two staff members to assist students with accessing Temporary Assistance for Needy Families benefits, and requires students to teach English in Maine after completing a master's program. Enrollment is capped at 150 students per semester in year one and 300 in year two, with the University of Maine System required to offer full scholarships for a Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages master's program. The program mandates reports on student demographics, employment outcomes, and barriers to success by 2027 and 2028.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Immigration

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