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The House CalendarThe Advance Journal and Calendar of the House of Representatives 22nd Legislative Day Thursday, March 7, 2024
Calling of the House to Order by the Speaker.
Prayer by Associate Pastor Phill Trevino, Fayette Baptist Church.
National Anthem by Katie Daggett, Hallowell.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Reading of the Journal of yesterday. _________________________________
(1-1) The following Joint Resolution: (S.P. 954)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING FEBRUARY 3, 2024 AS TOPICAL STEROID WITHDRAWAL SYNDROME AWARENESS DAY
WHEREAS,Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome, also known as Topical Steroid Addiction or Red Skin Syndrome, is a severe, debilitating condition that can arise from intentional or unintentional exposure to topical steroids; and
WHEREAS, topical steroids are widely prescribed and purchased over the counter to treat acute and chronic skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, vitiligo and alopecia areata; and
WHEREAS, Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome is characterized by skin flushing, inflammation, diffuse spreading rashes, profuse skin flaking and a burning and itching worse than the original condition, symptoms that typically appear after the use of topical steroid treatments, between treatments or after discontinuing treatments; and
WHEREAS, symptoms may take several months to several years to subside, leaving some Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome sufferers bedridden and housebound, unable to work, care for children or go to school; and
WHEREAS, a prolonged withdrawal and recovery period can take a significant toll on a person’s mental and physical health, and 81% of adults and 56% of children experiencing Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome report feeling anxious or depressed and 47% of adults and 11% of children experiencing Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome report suicidal ideation; and
WHEREAS, the prevalence of topical steroid addiction is unknown due to a scarcity of published research; and
WHEREAS, the scarcity of research on Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome impedes efforts to define diagnostic criteria; understand the causes, mechanics and effects of the syndrome; develop appropriate treatment protocols; and educate providers and patients about the syndrome and steroid stewardship; and
WHEREAS, a lack of awareness of and education about Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome among patients and providers can lead patients to question their providers’ medical oversight and providers to suspect their patients of medication noncompliance and occasionally parental neglect; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-first Legislature now assembled in the Second Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to designate February 3, 2024 as Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome Awareness Day and to express our support for increased awareness and prevention education on the signs of topical steroid dependence and the risks of Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome.
Comes from the Senate, READ and ADOPTED.
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COMMUNICATIONS
(2-1) The Following Communication: (H.C. 439)
STATE OF MAINE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEAKER'S OFFICE AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
March 6, 2024
Honorable Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333
Dear Clerk Hunt:
Pursuant to my authority under House Rule 201.1 (I) (a), I am appointing Representative Matthew D. Beck of South Portland to the Joint Standing Committee on Judiciary, replacing Representative Lois Reckitt, effective immediately.
Please do not hesitate to contact me should you have any questions regarding this appointment.
Sincerely,
S/Rachel Talbot Ross Speaker of the House
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(2-2) The Following Communication: (H.C. 440)
CLERK'S OFFICE 2 STATE HOUSE STATION AUGUSTA, MAINE 04333-0002
March 7, 2024
Honorable Rachel Talbot Ross Speaker of the House 2 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333
Dear Speaker Talbot Ross:
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310, the following Joint Standing Committees have voted unanimously to report the following bills out "Ought Not to Pass:"
Criminal Justice and Public Safety L.D. 2041 Resolve, to Review Traffic Fatalities Occurring While an Operator Was Under the Influence and Subsequent Prosecution with Respect to Those Occurrences Veterans and Legal Affairs L.D. 1819 An Act to Create the Maine Medical Cannabis Advisory Commission and the Medical Cannabis Alternative Health Board
Sincerely,
S/Robert B. Hunt Clerk of the House
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(4-1) On motion of Representative DHALAC of South Portland, the following Joint Resolution: (H.P. 1449) (Cosponsored by Senator DUSON of Cumberland and Representatives: ABDI of Lewiston, CRAVEN of Lewiston, JAUCH of Topsham, OSHER of Orono, RANA of Bangor)
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MARCH 8, 2024 AS INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
WHEREAS,International Women’s Day has been celebrated since 1911; and
WHEREAS, Maine women have contributed greatly to the State’s, the country’s and the world’s history; and
WHEREAS, those Maine women include Frances Perkins, the first woman appointed to the United States Cabinet;Margaret Chase Smith, the first woman to serve in both the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate; Olympia Snowe, the first woman to serve in both chambers at both the state and federal levels; Edna St. Vincent Millay, a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet; Cornelia “Fly Rod” Crosby, the first registered Maine guide; Samantha Smith, an international peace advocate; Gail Laughlin, the first woman in Maine to practice law; Dorothea Dix, a nurse and advocate for the mentally ill; Frannie Peabody, an HIV/AIDS activist; Judith Isaacson, a Holocaust survivor and educator; Mary Low, one of the first American women to receive a Bachelor of Arts degree; Elizabeth Russell, a groundbreaking geneticist; Florence Whitehouse, a suffragist, activist and novelist; Rachel Talbot Ross, the first African American woman to serve as Speaker of the Maine House of Representatives; Valerie Stanfill, currently serving as Chief Justice of the Maine Supreme Judicial Court; and Janet T. Mills, the first woman in Maine to serve as Attorney General of Maine and the first woman to serve as Governor of Maine; and
WHEREAS, according to the Center for American Women and Politics, in 2024 a record 32.8% of the 7,386 seats in the 99 state legislative chambers in the United States are currently held by women, including 43.5% of the seats in the Maine Legislature; and
WHEREAS, Maine is one of 26 states with a woman serving as a presiding officer of its Legislature; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Thirty-first Legislature now assembled in the Second Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this opportunity to recognize the contributions of Maine women throughout our history, the ongoing march toward gender equality, both in Maine and around the world, and the designation of March 8, 2024 as International Women’s Day.
_________________________________ (4-2) On motion of Representative SOBOLESKI of Phillips, the following Joint Order: (H.P. 1450)
ORDERED, the Senate concurring, that the Joint Standing Committee on Veterans and Legal Affairs shall report out, to the House, legislation to prohibit a Secretary of State from administering an election involving a candidate for whom the Secretary of State was a presidential elector.
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(4-3) On motion of Representative LAJOIE of Lewiston, the following House Order: (H.O. 44)
ORDERED, that Representative Richard G. Mason of Lisbon be excused Feb 13 and 15 for health reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Kevin J. M. O'Connell of Brewer be excused Feb 27, 28 and 29 for personal reasons.
AND BE IT FURTHER ORDERED, that Representative Edward J. Polewarczyk of Wiscasset be excused Feb 28 and 29 for health reasons.
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SPECIAL SENTIMENT CALENDAR
In accordance with House Rule 519 and Joint Rule 213, the following items: Recognizing: (5-1) Parker Mateja, of Scarborough, who won the USA Track and Field Maine State Championship in Cross Country for his age group, 9-10 Boys. Parker also qualified for the Junior Olympic National Championships. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1510)
(5-2) Quirk Auto Group, of Bangor, on the occasion of the company's 50th Anniversary of its founding in 1973 by John "Jack" Quirk, Sr. Quirk Auto Group now employs a third generation of family members and over 400 people in Maine. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1511)
(5-3) Aaron Hutchins, of East Millinocket, Boys Basketball Coach at Schenck High School, who was named the 2024 Maine Association of Basketball Coaches North D Boys Coach of the Year. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(SLS 1512)
(5-4) Susie Anderson, of Stockholm, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 811) Presented by Representative BABIN of Fort Fairfield. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-5) Elmer Morin, of Limestone, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 812) Presented by Representative BABIN of Fort Fairfield. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-6) Cheryl Clark, of Easton, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 813) Presented by Representative BABIN of Fort Fairfield. Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook.
(5-7) Mike Greenlaw, of Fort Fairfield, who has received the Citizen of the Year Award from the Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 814) Presented by Representative BABIN of Fort Fairfield. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-8) the Naples Lions Club, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 815) Presented by Representative WALKER of Naples. Cosponsored by Senator LIBBY of Cumberland.
(5-9) Norma Haines, of Baldwin, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 816) Presented by Representative WALKER of Naples. Cosponsored by Senator LIBBY of Cumberland.
(5-10) Wesley M. Stacey, of Parsonsfield, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 817) Presented by Representative WOODSOME of Waterboro. Cosponsored by Senator LIBBY of Cumberland.
(5-11) Jean Bishop, of Lagrange, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 818) Presented by Representative GIFFORD of Lincoln. Cosponsored by Senator TIPPING of Penobscot.
(5-12) Lisa Lehne-Gilmore, of Gray, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 819) Presented by Representative ARATA of New Gloucester. Cosponsored by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland, Representative GRAHAM of North Yarmouth.
(5-13) Clyde Barker, of Strong, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 820) Presented by Representative HALL of Wilton. Cosponsored by Senator BLACK of Franklin.
(5-14) Anne Helm, of Palermo, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 821) Presented by Representative SMITH of Palermo. Cosponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo.
(5-15) Trishea Story, of China, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 822) Presented by Representative SMITH of Palermo. Cosponsored by Senator POULIOT of Kennebec.
(5-16) Ronald Brann, of Windsor, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 823) Presented by Representative SMITH of Palermo. Cosponsored by Senator RENY of Lincoln.
(5-17) Richard Gray, Jr., of Windsor, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 824) Presented by Representative SMITH of Palermo. Cosponsored by Senator RENY of Lincoln.
(5-18) Ronald Breton, of China, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 825) Presented by Representative SMITH of Palermo. Cosponsored by Senator POULIOT of Kennebec.
(5-19) Frederick Fischer, of China, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 826) Presented by Representative SMITH of Palermo. Cosponsored by Senator POULIOT of Kennebec.
(5-20) the Fort Kent Community High School Boys Alpine Ski Team, which won the Class B State Championship and received the Maine Principals' Association Sportsmanship Award. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 827) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-21) Thomas Pinette, of Wallagrass, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 828) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-22) James Dumond, of Portage Lake, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 829) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-23) Donald Raymond, of Fort Kent, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 830) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-24) Cheril Turner, of Allagash, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 831) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-25) Susan Gardner, of Allagash, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 832) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-26) Charlene Knox Farris, of Searsport, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 833) Presented by Representative PAUL of Winterport. Cosponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo.
(5-27) John Tabor, of Stockton Springs, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 834) Presented by Representative PAUL of Winterport. Cosponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo.
(5-28) Stephanie Clisham, of Winterport, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 835) Presented by Representative PAUL of Winterport. Cosponsored by Senator CURRY of Waldo.
(5-29) Charles Bishop, of East Millinocket, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 836) Presented by Representative JAVNER of Chester. Cosponsored by Senator STEWART of Aroostook.
(5-30) the Maple Grove Grange #148, of Baldwin, recipient of a Spirit of America Foundation Award. The Spirit of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the foundation presents awards to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community service. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 837) Presented by Representative WALKER of Naples. Cosponsored by Senator LIBBY of Cumberland.
(5-31) the Fort Kent Community High School Girls Alpine Ski Team, which won the Class B State Championship and received the Maine Principals' Association Sportsmanship Award. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 838) Presented by Representative THERIAULT of Fort Kent. Cosponsored by President JACKSON of Aroostook.
(5-32) the Greely High School Boys Indoor Track and Field Team, of Cumberland, which won the 2024 Class B State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 839) Presented by Representative MORIARTY of Cumberland. Cosponsored by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland, Representative GRAHAM of North Yarmouth.
(5-33) the Greely High School Girls Nordic Ski Team, of Cumberland, which won the 2024 Class B State Championship. We extend our congratulations and best wishes;
(HLS 840) Presented by Representative MORIARTY of Cumberland. Cosponsored by Senator PIERCE of Cumberland, Representative GRAHAM of North Yarmouth.
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Divided Report (6-1) Majority Report of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-553) on Bill "An Act to Ensure That the Maine Electric Grid Provides Additional Benefits to Maine Ratepayers" (S.P. 257) (L.D. 589) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-553).
_________________________________ (6-2) Majority Report of the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-554) on Bill "An Act to Limit Utility Shut-offs" (S.P. 798) (L.D. 1962) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-554).
_________________________________ (6-3) Majority Report of the Committee on TAXATION reporting Ought Not to Passon Bill "An Act to Provide Heating Relief with Tax-free Home Energy Savings Accounts" (S.P. 757) (L.D. 1873) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-556) on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: Comes from the Senate with the Majority OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report READ and ACCEPTED.
_________________________________ (6-4) Majority Report of the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-804) on Bill "An Act Concerning Housing and Support Services for At-risk Youth and Youth Who Have Committed Juvenile Crimes" (H.P. 186) (L.D. 288) Signed: Senator: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ (6-5) Majority Report of the Committee on JUDICIARY reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-809) on RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Establish an Officer on Tribal Relations (H.P. 1166) (L.D. 1834) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same RESOLUTION.
Signed: Representatives: Representative DANA of the Passamaquoddy Tribe - of the House - supports the Majority Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-809) Report. _________________________________ (6-6) Majority Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-808) on Bill "An Act to Allow Equitable Compensation of Certain Board Members" (H.P. 1376) (L.D. 2152) Signed: Senators: Representatives: Minority Report of the same Committee reporting Ought Not to Pass on same Bill.
Signed: Senator: Representatives: _________________________________ CONSENT CALENDAR
First Day
In accordance with House Rule 519, the following items appeared on the Consent Calendar for the First Day: (7-1) (S.P. 867) (L.D. 2039) Bill "An Act to Amend the Law Regarding the Board of the Finance Authority of Maine to Allow for the Addition of a Proxy Designee" Committee on INNOVATION, DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT AND BUSINESSreporting Ought to Pass (7-2) (S.P. 872) (L.D. 2071) Resolve, to Fill All Vacant and Expired Seats on the Emergency Medical Services' Board (EMERGENCY) Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY reporting Ought to Pass (7-3) (S.P. 871) (L.D. 2070) Bill "An Act to Implement a Facility-based Monitoring System for Slot Machines" Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRSreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(S-552) (7-4) (S.P. 881) (L.D. 2088) Bill "An Act to Change the Number of Agency Liquor Stores Allowed in Certain Municipalities" Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-551) (7-5) (H.P. 527) (L.D. 838) Bill "An Act to Identify the State's Unidentified Human Remains" Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES reporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-807) (7-6) (H.P. 1111) (L.D. 1732) Bill "An Act to Expand the General Assistance Program" (EMERGENCY) Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-805) (7-7) (H.P. 1317) (L.D. 2055) Bill "An Act to Prohibit the Department of Health and Human Services from Implementing Electronic Visit Verification for Hospice Providers Within the MaineCare Program Unless Mandated by the Federal Government" (EMERGENCY) Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESreporting Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A"(H-806)
_________________________________ ORDERS OF THE DAY HOUSE CALENDAR
The following matters, in the consideration of which the House was engaged at the time of adjournment, have preference in the Orders of the Day and continue with such preference until disposed of as provided by House Rule 502.
1. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (8) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-31) - Minority (5) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES on RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Establish a Right to a Clean and Healthy Environment (H.P. 575) (L.D. 928)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 847 on July 26, 2023. TABLED - April 12, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative GRAMLICH of Old Orchard Beach. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
2. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (7) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-373) - Minority (6) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGYon Bill "An Act to Direct the Public Utilities Commission to Seek Informational Bids Regarding Small Modular Nuclear Reactors in the State" (H.P. 1001) (L.D. 1549)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 847 on July 26, 2023. TABLED - June 8, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative ZEIGLER of Montville. PENDING - Motion of same Representative to ACCEPT the Minority OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report.
3. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A"(5) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-502)- Report "B" (5) Ought to Pass - Report "C" (3) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-503) - Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY on Bill "An Act to Define the Term 'Solitary Confinement' for the Laws Governing a Jail or Correctional Facility" (H.P. 681) (L.D. 1086)
- CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 847 on July 26, 2023. TABLED - June 14, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF ANY REPORT.
4. SENATE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A" (7) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-397) - Report "B" (4) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (S-398) - Report "C"(2) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES on Bill "An Act to End the Sale of Flavored Tobacco Products" (S.P. 496) (L.D. 1215)
- In Senate, Report "A" OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED READ and ACCEPTEDand the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (S-397). - CARRIED OVER to any special or regular session, of the 131st Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order S.P. 847 on July 26, 2023. TABLED - June 23, 2023 (Till Later Today) by Representative MEYER of Eliot. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF ANY REPORT.
5. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Anna Oliver, of Hodgdon (SLS 1291)
- In Senate, READ and PASSED. TABLED - January 11, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative QUINT of Hodgdon. PENDING - PASSAGE.
6. Expression of Legislative Sentiment in Memory of Dino Frost, of Pittsfield (HLS 734)
TABLED - January 16, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative COLLAMORE of Pittsfield. PENDING - ADOPTION.
7. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (7) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-731) - Minority (5) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY on Bill "An Act to Restore Firearm Rights and Hunting Privileges to Persons Previously Convicted of Certain Nonviolent Felony Crimes" (H.P. 1006) (L.D. 1561)
TABLED - January 30, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
8. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Norway Savings Bank (HLS 751)
TABLED - February 20, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative MILLETT of Waterford. PENDING - PASSAGE.
9. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Report "A"(7) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-758)- Report "B" (4) Ought Not to Pass - Report "C" (1) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "B" (H-759) - Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY on Bill "An Act to Expand the State's Workforce by Supporting the Transition from Incarceration to Employment" (H.P. 578) (L.D. 931)
TABLED - February 21, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative SALISBURY of Westbrook. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF ANY REPORT.
10. Bill "An Act to Prohibit Certain Municipalities from Adopting Moratoria on Emergency Shelters" (H.P. 1370) (L.D. 2146)
- In House, Majority (8) OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTREAD and ACCEPTED and the Bill PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" (H-760) on February 22, 2024. - In Senate, Minority (5) OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report of the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT READand ACCEPTED in NON-CONCURRENCE. TABLED - February 29, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - FURTHER CONSIDERATION.
11. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Isaac Keresey, of Pittsfield (HLS 766)
TABLED - February 29, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. PENDING - PASSAGE.
12. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Sam Gerrie, of Pittsfield (HLS 767)
TABLED - February 29, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. PENDING - PASSAGE.
13. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Gabrielle Finelli, of Pittsfield (HLS 768)
TABLED - February 29, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. PENDING - PASSAGE.
14. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Amya Braley, of Pittsfield (HLS 769)
TABLED - February 29, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. PENDING - PASSAGE.
15. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Heather Nelson, of Pittsfield (HLS 770)
TABLED - February 29, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. PENDING - PASSAGE.
16. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing the Maine Central Institute Indoor Track Team, of Pittsfield (HLS 771)
TABLED - February 29, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. PENDING - PASSAGE.
17. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Keith Cook, of Burnham (HLS 772)
TABLED - February 29, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative FAULKINGHAM of Winter Harbor. PENDING - PASSAGE.
18. HOUSE DIVIDED REPORT - Majority (10) Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-781) - Minority (1) Ought Not to Pass - Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES on Bill "An Act to Enact the Safe Cosmetics Act" (H.P. 1224) (L.D. 1908)
TABLED - February 29, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative DOUDERA of Camden. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF EITHER REPORT.
19. An Act to Prohibit Unauthorized Paramilitary Training (H.P. 1354) (L.D. 2130)
TABLED - February 29, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative TERRY of Gorham. PENDING - PASSAGE TO BE ENACTED. (Roll Call Ordered)
20. HOUSE REPORT - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-799) - Committee on HEALTH COVERAGE, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES on Bill "An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Optometrists" (H.P. 1258) (L.D. 1956)
TABLED - March 5, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative PERRY of Calais. PENDING - ACCEPTANCE OF COMMITTEE REPORT.
21. An Act to Restrict Noncompete Clauses (H.P. 951) (L.D. 1496)
TABLED - March 5, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative ROEDER of Bangor. PENDING - PASSAGE TO BE ENACTED.
22. Expression of Legislative Sentiment Recognizing Colleen Adams, of Sanford (HLS 788)
TABLED - March 6, 2024 (Till Later Today) by Representative MASTRACCIO of Sanford. PENDING - PASSAGE.
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STATUTORY ADJOURNMENT DATE April 17, 2024
State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 1
(1-1) The following Joint Order: (S.P. 973)
ORDERED, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 10:00 in the morning, or until the call of the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House, respectively.
Comes from the Senate, READ and PASSED.
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State of Maine http://legislature.maine.gov/HouseCalendar House Supplement No. 2
(1-1) Bill "An Act to Allow School Administrative District No. 52 to Issue Temporary Notes for a Wastewater Treatment Project" (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 974) (L.D. 2257)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRSand ordered printed.
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(1-2) Bill "An Act to Create an Income Tax Credit for Investments in a Team's Qualified Minor League Baseball Facility to Keep the Team in the State" (S.P. 975) (L.D. 2258)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on TAXATION and ordered printed.
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(1-3) Bill "An Act to Prohibit Receiving Compensation for Assisting a Person to Obtain Veterans' Benefits Except as Permitted Under Federal Law" (S.P. 976) (L.D. 2259)
Comes from the Senate, REFERRED to the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRSand ordered printed.
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