Maddy summaryThis bill requires Maine high schools to organize annual voter registration drives starting in the 2026-2027 school year, directly affecting students aged 16+ and school staff. Schools must designate a coordinator (staff or external partner) to distribute voter registration forms (both online and paper), provide eligibility information, and submit completed forms to town clerks or the Secretary of State within 5 days of the drive and no later than 21 days before election day. Activities must occur during social studies, homeroom, or assemblies, with registration materials kept accessible before and after drives. The law aims to streamline student voter registration through school-based programs while complying with state election deadlines.
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Maddy summaryThis resolution honors former Maine State Representative Lois Galgay-Reckitt, who served four terms in the Maine House of Representatives and was a lifelong Boston Red Sox fan, by recognizing her contributions during the Red Sox's April 4, 2025 home opener at Fenway Park. It is a ceremonial tribute with no legislative effect, commemorating her public service and advocacy for women. The resolution does not create new policies or affect any laws. It specifically references her role as a "self-proclaimed Number One Red Sox fan" and her belief in the team's community impact.
Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits securing a watercraft to a mooring owned or leased by someone else without their permission. It directly affects boat owners who use others' moorings without authorization, making it a Class E crime if they refuse to release the boat, leave it unattended, or damage the mooring. Violators must also pay restitution for any financial losses caused to the mooring owner or lessee. Exceptions apply for clearly marked rental moorings (with payment attempts) and emergencies where law enforcement is immediately contacted.
Maddy summaryThis bill gives Maine towns the right to purchase property owned by the University of Maine System or similar quasi-independent state entities before it's sold to others. If such a property is located within a town's boundaries, the state entity must first get an independent appraisal of its market value and notify the town in writing. The town then has 30 days to formally request the purchase and must complete the transaction within three months. This directly affects towns seeking to acquire land owned by state entities and requires those entities to follow specific notification and appraisal steps before selling.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends an existing law to provide funding for a new state position dedicated to helping students facing educational disruptions. The added funds will support a program manager who establishes a network of liaisons to assist children experiencing homelessness, unstable housing, foster care placement, hospitalization, or incarceration. These liaisons will work directly with families and schools to ensure these students maintain access to education during times of crisis. The legislation allocates specific budget amounts for the position and related operational costs for the 2023-24 and 2024-25 fiscal years.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires MaineCare, the state's Medicaid program, to cover the cost of circumcision for newborn male infants. To implement this coverage, the legislation authorizes specific funding amounts from the General Fund and the Federal Expenditures Fund to reimburse healthcare providers. The bill sets the start date for this reimbursement at July 1, 2024, rather than January 1, 2024.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a procedural amendment that adds a fiscal note to a separate workforce development proposal. It does not create new laws or change policies on its own. The text simply directs the state legislature to include financial cost estimates for the related bill.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes an Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias Advisory Council within Maine's Department of Health and Human Services to create and oversee a state plan addressing these conditions. The council will include staff members and two new voting members with expertise in biomedical research and primary care, and it must meet at least four times a year with a quorum of nine members. The legislation requires the council to submit annual and five-year reports to the legislature by January 2nd and recommends specific resources and services, including those for essential support workers. Additionally, the bill allocates funding for a new health planner position to support the council's operations.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a grant program in Maine to help colleges create inclusive education plans for students with intellectual, developmental, or autism spectrum disorders. The legislation provides $330,400 in funding to support the initial setup and ongoing operation of these programs, which are designed to offer scholarships and educational opportunities to eligible students. Key provisions allow recipients to enroll without a high school diploma and require that their plans follow federal transition guidelines as a flexible model.
Maddy summaryLD 2237 allocates $17.3 million to the Maine Department of Health and Human Services to expand mental health crisis intervention services available around the clock. The funding specifically supports mobile response teams by hiring peer support specialists, recovery coaches, and behavioral health liaisons, while also covering travel costs and critical incident response. Additionally, the bill amends the text to ensure the Public Utilities Commission coordinates with relevant agencies in the implementation of these safety measures. These changes aim to provide more immediate and accessible mental health support to individuals in crisis situations across the state.