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An Act To Conserve Energy in Residential Leasehold Tenancies
Be it enacted by the People of the State of Maine as follows:
Sec. 1.  14 MRSA §6030-D  is enacted to read:
§ 6030-D. Energy conservation measures
A landlord may provide heat at less than 68 degrees Fahrenheit if stated in an agreement for the rental of the dwelling unit. The agreement must be a written lease with the minimum temperature for the heat, which may not be below 62 degrees Fahrenheit, specifically stated. The agreement must provide a reduction in rent or other specified fair consideration to the tenant in exchange for an agreed temperature below 68 degrees Fahrenheit.
 
SUMMARY
This bill allows a landlord and tenant to agree in a written lease for the landlord to provide heat at less than 68 degrees Fahrenheit to a minimum of 62 degrees Fahrenheit if the lease provides a reduction in rent or other consideration for the lower heat.