Maine Merchants Association

Legislative Affairs

The Maine Merchants Association Legislative Affairs Team is our member's full-time advocate in Augusta. Throughout the legislative session, we track dozens of bills relevant to Maine's merchant community.

We have developed a unique bill tracking service that enables our members to quickly find relevant bills, understand their impact, and the progress a bill has made. We also will feature particular bills that have garnered a lot of attention or stand to impact our industry in significant ways. We urge our membership to pay close attention to the Featured Bills.

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An Act To Amend the Laws Governing the Knowing Misclassification of Construction Workers: Last Update: July 10, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1565
Senator Martin of Eagle Lake would authorize the executive director of the Workers’ Compensation Board to shut-down a business or work site if the hiring agent or construction subcontractor has knowingly misrepresented one or more employees as independent contractors. It would also prohibit the subcontractor from performing work on a public works project for three years.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Prohibit Surcharges on the Use of Debit Cards: Last Update: April 02, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1779
Representative Sharon Treat, D-Hallowell, would prohibit surcharges on the use of debit cards.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act To Prevent Predatory Marketing Practices against Minors (TITLE CHANGE): Last Update: April 02, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1183
REPEALED! The Judiciary Committee is recommended that LD 1183 be repealed and recognized that time was of the essence. Additionally, a new bill with a narrower focus is expected in January 2010.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | Passed | 2010

An Act To Enhance Cooperation between the Workers' Compensation Board's Abuse Investigation Unit and: Last Update: April 02, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1528
Senator Jackson of Aroostook appears to be part of the state’s clamp-down on the use of independent workers. This bill would clarify that the Workers’ Compensation Board’s abuse investigation unit may share information with other state agencies and would also clarify that coverage penalties in the Workers’ Compensation Act of 1992 apply to all business entities. (A MMA priority issue); FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Provide Leadership Regarding the Responsible Recycling of Consumer Products: Last Update: April 02, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1631
Representative Walsh Innes of Yarmouth is a major piece of environmental legislation that expands the concept of establishing responsibility for end-of-life product recycling, an idea Maine has already applied to electronic products such as televisions and computers and is attempting to apply to the recovery of unused prescription drugs. This proposal would empower environmental officials to pursue any number of products sold in Maine.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | Passed | 2010

An Act To Index the State Minimum Wage to Inflation: Last Update: April 02, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 192
Representative Tuttle of Sanford would require the state’s minimum wage to be adjusted annually for inflation.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Create the Children's Wireless Protection Act: Last Update: April 02, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 1706
Representative Boland of Sanford would require a warning to be placed in the packaging of all cellular phones sold for use in Maine, warning of the alleged danger of brain cancer.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Prevent the Spread of H1N1 (EMERGENCY): Last Update: April 02, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 1665
Senate President Mitchell would require “large” businesses in Maine to provide up to 52 hours paid family sick leave a year, and half that amount for smaller firms. The bill’s expressed purpose is to prevent the spread of the H1N1 flu virus, but the leave could be taken for numerous health and domestic violence-related purposes. Maine would become the first state to mandate paid family medical leave.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Support Collection and Proper Disposal of Unwanted Drugs: Last Update: April 02, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 821
Representative Perry of Calais would establish a state system to collect and safely dispose of unwanted drugs from households and other residential sources.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Protect Minors from Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices: Last Update: April 02, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1677
Senator Schneider of Penobscot is sponsoring the 2010 version of a controversial law enacted in 2009 to regulate the obtaining of information from teenagers. A federal judge and the Maine attorney general have indicated that the original law (LD 1183) was too broad and vague, and suggested that it be repealed and replaced by a measure more narrowly focused. Thus, LD 1677 would prohibit the collection of personal information on the Internet from teens for purposes of pharmaceutical marketing.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act To Clarify the Informed Growth Act (EMERGENCY): Last Update: March 26, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1569
Representative Beaudette of Biddeford would amend Maine’s controversial law that requires proposed large retail developments to pay for special impact studies. The amendment would stipulate that the act applies only to permits or approvals for new construction and that a simple change of use permit would not require the study.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act To Provide for the Safe Collection and Recycling of Mercury-containing Lighting: Last Update: February 26, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 973
Representative Berry of Bowdoinham would require manufacturers of mercury-added lamps to implement a mercury-added lamp recycling program for lamps sold or distributed in Maine for household use. It would mandate a report by January 1, 2010, detailing how the recycling program could be extended to businesses.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | Passed | 2010

An Act To Implement Tax Relief and Tax Reform: Last Update: February 24, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1495
This bill replaces LD 1088 and incorporates changes suggested by Governor Baldacci. This bill has been passed and was signed by the Governor.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Establish a Local Option Sales Tax: Last Update: February 11, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 1253
Representative Crockett of Augusta would allow a municipality to impose a local option sales tax of up to 3%, with 50% going to the municipality, 25% to the county, and 25% to the state general fund.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

Resolve, To Encourage the Preservation of Dark Skies: Last Update: January 29, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 11
Representative Schatz of Blue Hill would direct state agencies to establish a uniform state standard for new commercial construction and the lighting of outside space to limit light pollution.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act To Establish the Universal Childhood Immunization Program: Last Update: July 10, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1408
Representative Connor of Kennebunk would establish the Universal Childhood Immunization Program to provide immunizations and cover the costs for children in Maine not covered by a federal program.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | Passed | 2010

An Act To Improve Oversight of Pharmaceutical Purchasing: Last Update: July 10, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1339
Representative Treat of Hallowell would increase state oversight of pharmacy benefit managers.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | Passed | 2010

An Act Regarding the Law Governing Recreational Vehicle Manufacturers, Distributors and Dealers: Last Update: July 10, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1683
Senator Schneider of Penobscot would remove motorized recreational vehicles from laws governing motor vehicle dealers and place them in statutes governing non-motorized recreational vehicles.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Change the Penalties for Writing Bad Checks: Last Update: July 10, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1588
Representative Shaw of Standish of proposes to increase the classification of certain crimes involving negotiating a worthless instrument, provides a statute of limitations of 18 months for filing a civil action for issuing a dishonored check and increases the amount that may be recovered in a civil action for issuing a dishonored check.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act To Protect Consumers from Charges after a Free Trial Period: Last Update: July 10, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1541
Representative Hunt of Buxton would prohibit a merchants from offering a consumer product or service for a free trial period if the consumer is required to contact the merchant to avoid receiving additional products or services and incurring a financial obligation.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act To Amend the Tax Laws: Last Update: July 10, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1540
Representative Watson of Bath would make several changes to state tax laws, including those dealing with the Maine use tax on autos purchased and used in another state, ability of an insurance agency to pay taxes on certain premiums, and tax exemptions on internal combustion engine fuels and special fuels.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Amend the Maine Workers' Compensation Act of 1992 Regarding Coordination of Benefits: Last Update: July 10, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1529
Senator Jackson of Aroostook would bring the state into compliance with a court decision regarding coordination of benefits pertaining to life insurance and disability payments.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Protect Confidential Consumer Records in Self-service Storage Facilities: Last Update: July 10, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1499
Senator Bowman of York is a repeat of a much-debated measure designed to determine who is responsible for confidential papers and records left in self-service storage sheds.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act To Amend the Law Pertaining to Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide Detectors (EMERGENCY): Last Update: July 10, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1497
This bill makes the following clarifications to the law governing smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act To Require Insurance Companies To Cover the Cost of Prosthetics: Last Update: July 10, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 20
Representative Bryant of Windham would require insurance policies to cover the cost of prosthetics.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | Passed | 2010

An Act To Facilitate Lactation at the Workplace by New Mothers: Last Update: April 02, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 373
Representative Walsh Innes of Yarmouth would require businesses to provide a break time and sanitary space for nursing mothers.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act To Bolster Maine's Social Safety Net through Voluntary Sales Tax Contributions (EMERGENCY): Last Update: April 02, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 1785
This bill directs the State Tax Assessor to create a process for voluntary payments of a sales tax surcharge for persons who make purchases that are subject to the sales and use tax. A person choosing to make voluntary payments may do so through electronic payments from that person's financial institution to the Voluntary Sales Tax Safety Net Fund, which is established in this bill, or by other means that may be established by the State Tax Assessor, who administers payments to the fund. Payments to the fund are not subject to transfers to the Local Government Fund for state-municipal revenue sharing. Revenues in the fund are distributed proportionately to various safety net programs to alleviate the burden of future budget reductions required as a result of a decline in General Fund revenue.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Clarify Maine's Phaseout of Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers: Last Update: April 02, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1568
House Speaker Hannah Pingree of North Haven would strengthen Maine’s phaseout of polybrominated diphenyl ethers by banning the manufacture and sale of shipping pallets and products made from the pallets that contain the so-called “deca” mixture of flame retardants.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | Passed | 2010

An Act To Amend the Unemployment Compensation Laws Regarding Vacation Pay (EMERGENCY): Last Update: April 02, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1626
House Speaker Pingree of North Haven would amend state law to allow an individual to receive unemployment compensation for a period in which they also receive vacation pay.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To License Home Building and Improvement Contractors: Last Update: April 02, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 272
Representative MacDonald of Boothbay would license home building and improvement contractors. This measure has sparked considerable debate for several years in Maine.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Protect Family Caregivers: Last Update: February 22, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 962
This bill would add Family Caregivers to the ranks of protected classes of people under the Maine Human Rights Act.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Reimburse Pharmacies under the MaineCare Program Based on Wholesale Acquisition Costs (EM: Last Update: February 18, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 1615
Representative Lewin of Eliot would require the Department of Health and Human Services to reimburse pharmacies for dispensing covered drugs under the MaineCare program based on a formula that includes calculated wholesale acquisition cost plus 6.7 % and a dispensing fee of $3.35.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Expand Tax Incentives for Visual Media Productions: Last Update: February 18, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1449
This bill makes changes to the State's incentives to provide more effective strategies for attracting visual media productions to the State. It changes the references to "media production" to "visual media production." The existing income tax credit and reimbursement for certain production wages are replaced with a refundable income tax credit that is a percentage of direct production expenditures in the State. Eligible productions must be certified by the Department of Economic and Community Development. Productions with expenditures of more than $50,000 but less than $750,000 are eligible for an income tax credit of 10% of expenditures or 15% if the production company has been incorporated in the State for at least 2 years. A production company with eligible expenses of $750,000 or more is eligible for a base credit of 20% of eligible expenditures with incremental increases if the company hires at least 15% of its cast and crew in the State, spends at least 25% of the project time in certain counties or participates in an internship program overseen by the Department of Economic and Community Development, Office of Tourism, Maine State Film Office. The Finance Authority of Maine is directed to establish a low-interest loan program for visual media production companies with visual media production expenses of $750,000 or greater that receive a visual media production certificate.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | Passed | 2010

An Act To Improve Dental Insurance Coverage for Maine Children: Last Update: February 05, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1773
Senator Alfond of Cumberland would require health insurance policies that provide dental plans to cover dependent children from birth if the policyholder elects to participate in the plan.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2010

An Act To Extend Access to Federal Health Insurance Premium Assistance (EMERGENCY): Last Update: February 05, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1769
Representative Treat of Hallowell is a gubernatorial proposal to extend COBRA coverage provision to be consistent with federal law and changes in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2010

An Act To Provide Incentives for Energy Conservation through Voltage Regulation: Last Update: February 05, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1762
Senator Simpson of Androscoggin would allow an electric utility to recover from ratepayers the costs of investments designed to reduce energy consumption.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2010

An Act To Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue To Create a New Electronic Medical Records Infrastruct: Last Update: February 05, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1761
Senator Marrache of Kennebec would authorize a $10 million bond issue to help health care providers purchase necessary software needed to exchange patients’ records electronically. Last year, Maine Merchants Association successfully resisted a move to place a fee on prescription drugs to help fund the project.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2010

Resolve, To Review Sales of Dairy Products: Last Update: February 05, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1755
Representative Pieh of Bremen would direct the Agriculture Department to examine the feasibility of increasing revenues for the dairy stabilization fund by applying the present milk handling fee to dairy products other than fluid milk.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2010

An Act To Increase the Minimum Wage: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 403
Representative Tuttle of Sanford would increase the Maine Minimum wage to $8.90 an hour in two steps by October 1, 2011. Presently, the wage is scheduled to increase from $7.25 to $7.50 an hour on October 1, 2009. Under the new proposal, it would increase to $8.20 an hour in 2010 and to $8.90 in 2011. At that point it would be placed on “automatic pilot” to be adjusted annually based on the Consumer Price Index.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Encourage Alternative Energy and Promote Maine Businesses (EMERGENCY): Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 471
Senator Sullivan of York would provide a sales tax exemption on wood pellet stoves purchased in Maine.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Clarify the Term of a Retail Tobacco License: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 408
Senator Plowman of Penobscot would clarify that a retail tobacco license is valid for one year after issuance rather than from a specific date.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Amend the Laws Regarding Mandatory Electronic Filing of Certain Tax Returns (EMERGENCY): Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 490
Senator Rosen of Hancock would suspend a recent Revenue Services’ rule that would require electronic tax filings.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Returnable Beverage Containers: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 544
This bill requires that the refund value of all returnable beverage containers is 5¢.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Amend the Employment Practices Law Regarding Substance Abuse Testing: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 549
Senator Weston of Waldo would permit employers to use tests approved by the Food and Drug Administration if tests are not available through the Department of Health and Human Services.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Amend Certain Laws Related to the Department of Agriculture, Food and Rural Resources, Div: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 420
Representative Martin of Orono would amend laws related to quality assurance and regulations administered by the Department of Agriculture to phase in a requirement for automatic temperature compensating meters on vehicles making retail deliveries of petroleum products. It would also require adoption of national standards for engine fuels, petroleum products, and lubricants.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | Passed | 2010

An Act To Amend Certain Laws Administered by the Department of Environmental Protection: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 476
Senator Goodall of Sagadahoc is a catch-all bill from Department of Environmental Protection with items dealing with oil spills, underground storage tanks and the sale of products that contain polybrominated diphenyl ether.; FILED UNDER: Uncategorized | Passed | 2010

An Act To Allow a Retailer To Offer To Pay Sales Tax on Items and Services Sold by That Retailer: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 406
Senator Courtney of York would allow a retailer to offer to pay sales tax on items and services sold by that retailer.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

Resolve, To Further Regulate the Use of Tanning Booths by Minors: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 395
Senator Marrache of Kennebec would establish some elaborate rules for use of tanning booths by minors.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | Passed | 2010

Resolve, Regarding the Use of MaineCare for Catastrophic Illness: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 320
Representative Tuttle of Sanford would have the state request a federal waiver to allow the use of Medicaid monies to cover catastrophic illnesses.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Strengthen Maine Small Business by Establishing a Preference Percentage for State Contract: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 327
Representative Butterfield of Bangor would establish a Maine small business preference for bids on state contracts.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Reduce Regulatory Costs for Maine Businesses: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 347
Senator Smith of Piscataquis would create a council on private sector regulatory costs.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Reduce Minimum Participation to 60% for Group Health Insurance: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 392
Senator Plowman of Penobscot would reduce from 70 to 60% the minimum participation for group health insurance.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Protect Residential Consumers of Home Heating Fuel: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Undetermined
LD 355
Senator Bliss of Cumberland would require that prepaid contracts clearly outline the cancellation clause.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Undetermined | 2010

An Act To Protect Nonprofit Organizations from Embezzlement: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 394
Senator Hobbins of York would require two authorized signatures on checks.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Increase Child Support Collection by Expanding the New Hire Reporting Requirements: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 300
Senator Simpson of Androscoggin would require employers who report new hires to facilitate state child support efforts to also report the hiring of independent contractors if the compensation exceeds $600.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Exempt Annuities from Taxation: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 342
Senator Nass of York would exempt annuity considerations from the tax imposed on insurance premiums.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Clarify the Prohibition on Payment for Health Care Facility Mistakes or Preventable Advers: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 322
Representative Crockett of Augusta would clarify a current law that prohibits payment for health care facility mistakes or preventable adverse events.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | Passed | 2010

An Act To Clarify the Amount of a Contract for Small Claim Purposes: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 375
Representative Walsh Innes of Yarmouth would limit small claims recovery to the amount of the debt.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Base the Motor Vehicle Excise Tax on the Documented Actual Sale Price Rather than on the M: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 381
Representative MacDonald of Boothbay would base the motor vehicle excise tax on the actual sale price rather than the manufacturer’s list price.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Authorize the Administration of Epinephrine Autoinjectors and Asthma Inhalers in Emergenci: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 372
Representative Valentino of Saco would authorize the administration of Epinephrine Auto-injectors and asthma inhalers in emergency situations.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Bottle Redemption and To Establish the Department of Agriculture,: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 397
Senator Sullivan of York would revamp the Maine returnable bottle law and increase the handling fee for beverage containers.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | Passed | 2010

An Act To Allow Maine Residents To Purchase Health Insurance from Out-of-state Insurers: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 290
Representative McKane of Newcastle would allow Maine residents to purchase health insurance from out-of-state insurers.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Require Businesses To Make Toilet Facilities Available to Individuals with Certain Medical: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 232
Representative Richardson of Warren would require retail businesses to make a restroom available to persons with certain medical conditions such as Crohn’s disease.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act To Provide a Sales Tax Exemption to Certain Organizations That Provide Assistance to Members: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 265
Senator Goodall of Sagadahoc would provide a sales tax exemption to nonprofit organizations that provide assistance to members of the military and their families.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Protect the Safety of Maine Children by Requiring the Express Consent of a Legal Guardian: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 251
Representative Cebra of Naples would require the express consent of a legal guardian to dispense prescription medications to a minor.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Impose an Excise Tax on the Extraction of Water for Bottling: Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 237
Representative Hinck of Portland would create an excise tax of one cent per gallon on the extraction of ground water or surface water from springs by a bottled water operator who extracts more than a million gallons in a previous calendar year.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Extend the Exception to Axle Fines during the Midwinter Season (EMERGENCY): Last Update: February 01, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 240
Senator Jackson of Aroostook would extend the exception to axle fines during the midwinter season.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Increase Consumer Choice Regarding Service Contracts: Last Update: January 29, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 1621
Representative Thibodeau of Winterport would allow consumers to purchase service contracts, warranties and maintenance agreements from parties other than the manufacturer.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Adopt a Drug Benefit Equity Law: Last Update: January 29, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1498
Senator Mills of Somerset would require health insurance carriers to treat all pharmacies the same in contracts for services, and would prohibit the carriers from favoring certain types of pharmacies, including mail order.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | In committee | 2010

An Act To Protect Maine Farms and Nurseries: Last Update: January 29, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1585
Representative McCabe of Skowhegen would require the Department of Agriculture, Food and Rural Resources to adopt rules to regulate the sale of annual plants by large-scale retailers and the producers that supply those retailers with plants on consignment.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2010

An Act To Prevent Price Gouging in the Sale of Milk: Last Update: January 29, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1182
Senator Mills of Somerset would prevent price gouging in the sale of milk.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2010

An Act To Establish a Revenue Source for the Maine Pesticide Education Fund: Last Update: January 29, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1239
Representative Blanchard of Old Town would place a 15-cent per container fee on the sale of pesticides, to be collected at the retail level.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2010

An Act To Amend the Surcharge for the E-9-1-1 System (EMERGENCY): Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 264
Representative Cleary of Houlton would increase the statewide E-911 telephone surcharge from 30 to 50 cents.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Allow a Gasoline Retailer To Offer Discounts to Customers Who Pay by Cash or Similar Means: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 270
Representative MacDonald of Boothbay would allow a retailer selling gasoline to offer discounts to customers who pay by cash, debit card, or check, rather than by credit card.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Supervise and Regulate Escrow Agents in Order To Protect Consumers: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 165
Representative Pilon of Saco would regulate entities that operate as escrow agencies and require them to be licensed by the department of Professional and Financial Regulation. The bill defines an escrow agent as a person engaged in the business of accepting or receiving escrows for deposit or delivery on behalf of an escrow agency.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act To Require the Secretary of State To Notify Vehicle Owners of Impending Registration Expirati: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 145
Representative Richardson of Warren would require the secretary of state to notify motor vehicle owners that the registration is about to expire and increase the registration fee from $35 to $36.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Require Telephone Directories To Include Cellular Telephone Numbers for Businesses: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 146
Representative Richardson of Warren would require telephone directories to include cellular telephone numbers for businesses.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Require Health Care Practitioners To Distribute Free Samples of Medications in Certain Cir: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 163
Representative Beaudoin of Biddeford would require health care practitioners to distribute free samples – based on availability – in order to test the reaction of a patient to the medication and its effectiveness.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Recouple Maine Estate Tax with the Federal Estate Tax: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 198
Representative Knight of Livermore Falls, would re-couple the Maine estate tax with its federal counterpart.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Provide Tax Relief to Workers Who Lose Their Jobs Due to Business Closure: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 197
Representative Knight of Livermore Falls would exempt from the Maine income tax the severance pay of employees laid-off from commercial or industrial establishments having 100 or more employees.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Provide a Sales Tax Exemption for Used Goods Sold To Benefit Food Pantries: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 167
Representative Schatz of Blue Hill would provide a sales tax exemption for sales of used goods by a nonprofit when the profits from those sales benefit a feed pantry.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Protect Consumers from the Unlicensed Practice of a Trade or Profession: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 156
Representative Connor of Kennnebunk increases the maximum fine for an unlicensed practice or trade from $2,000 to $5,000.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act To Prohibit the Use of Handheld Cellular Telephones while Driving: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 112
Representative Crockett of Augusta is one of several proposed bills to limit or prohibit the use of cellular telephones by persons operating motor vehicles.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Modify the Maine Seed Capital Tax Credit Program: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 175
Senator Rector of Knox would modify the Maine Seed Capital Tax Credit Program administered by the Finance Authority of Maine by changing the requirements for increased credits from businesses located in high unemployment areas to those located in pine tree development zones.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To License Commercial Painters: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 201
Representative Giles of Belfast would require the licensing of commercial painters.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Exempt Residential Electricity from Sales Tax: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 109
Representative Davis of Sangerville would exempt all residential electricity from the sales tax. Current law only exempts the first 750 kilowatt hours.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Equitably Adjust the Workers\' Compensation Board\'s Assessment: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 176
Senator Bartlett of Cumberland would require the Maine Workers’ Compensation Board to use collections that exceed the maximum assessment by more than 10% to reduce the assessment on insured employers.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Passed | 2010

Exemptions to the Ban on Flavored Cigarettes and Cigars, a Major Substantive Rule of the Office of t: Last Update: January 27, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 81
Representative Perry of Calais calls for legislative review of the tax status of flavored cigarettes and cigars.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Base the Excise Tax on Vehicles on a Percentage of the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Pri: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 195
This bill would based the auto excise tax on 90% of retail price instead of 100%.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2010

An Act To Ban Smoking on Public Beaches and in Public Parks: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 155
Representative Knight of Livermore Falls would extend Maine’s public smoking ban to public beaches and parks.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Construction Contracts: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 93
Representative Crockett of Augusta would require that any action by a home contractor or subcontractor to recover payment must be brought in the county were the construction is located.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Allow a Cosmetologist, Barber, Manicurist or Aesthetician Licensee To Perform Services out: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 184
Representative Nutting of Oakland would permit cosmetologists, barbers, manicurists or aestheticians to perform their services anywhere outside their primary locations.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act Relating to Autocycles: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 152
Representative Connor of Kennebunk would define the three-wheeled vehicle and establish registration and licensing rules.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | Passed | 2010

Resolve, To Delay the Sustainability of the Highway Fund: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 48
Representative Mazurek of Rockland would suspend for two years Maine’s annual indexing of the gasoline excise tax, a procedure that placed the levy on so-called “automatic pilot.”; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Require Unredeemed Beverage Container Deposits To Be Provided to the State: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 52
Representative Martin of Eagle Lake would require initiators of deposits to transfer abandoned deposit amounts to the state, including depositions for the past 10 years.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2010

An Act To Reduce Registration Fees for Certain Generators of Biomedical Waste: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 63
Representative Pinkham of Lexington Township would direct the Department of Environmental Protection to adopt a one-time $50 registration fee for generators of less than 10 pounds of biomedical waste per month, in lieu of current rules that require an annual fee.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Protect Beaches in Maine's State Parks: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 67
Senator Nutting of Androscoggin would strengthen Maine’s already tough anti-smoking laws by banning smoking on beaches in Maine State Parks.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | Passed | 2010

An Act To Prohibit the Commercial Sale of Water by a Water District: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 55
Representative Martin of Eagle Lake would prohibit a water district from selling water for profit outside its territory, or for commercial purposes.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Permit the Use of a Common Flue for Oil and Solid Fuel Burning Equipment: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 53
Representative Martin of Eagle Lake would prohibit the Oil and Solid Fuel Board from adopting rules that would effectively repeal current law that permits the use of a common chimney flue for appliances using different fuels.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | Passed | 2010

An Act To Increase the Ability of the Maine Wage Assurance Fund To Pay Unpaid Workers: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 65
Senator Jackson of Aroostook would increase the amount of money that may be held in the Maine Wage Assurance Fund from $100,000 to $200,000. The fund is utilized to pay unemployment benefits of employees whose firms go out of businesses; and is partially funded by fines.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Clarify the Definition of Hard Cider for the Purposes of the Returnable Container Law: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 50
Representative Smith of Monmouth would clarify the definition of hard cider for the purpose of the state’s returnable bottle law.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act Regarding the Tax on Fuel Used for Commercial Agriculture, Fishing and Forestry: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 72
Representative Edgecomb of Caribou would allow a person who purchases and uses internal combustion fuel for commercial fishing, forestry or agriculture to apply for a refund of the excise tax paid.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act Regarding the Composition of the Board of Pesticides Control: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 68
Senator Nutting of Androscoggin would add an organic farmer to the state’s Board of Pesticides Control.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Require Municipalities To Enforce the Collection of the State Excise Tax on Motor Vehicles: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 35
Representative Wheeler of Kittery would require municipalities to enforce the excise tax laws against residents of municipalities who register their motor vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft outside of the state to avoid the Maine excise tax.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Promote the Integrity of Citizens\' Initiatives: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 28
Representative Bryant of Windham would require that persons collecting citizen initiative signatures be a Maine registered voter. In 2008, sufficient signatures were gathered to place a tax repeal question on the November ballot. The tax package was repealed.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Prohibit the Use of a Handheld Cellular Telephone While Operating a Motor Vehicle: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 41
Representative Beaudoin of Biddeford would prohibit the use of handheld cellular phones and electronic devices while operating a motor vehicle.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Prohibit the Force-feeding of Birds: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 9
Representative Casavant of Biddeford would prohibit the force-feeding of birds in order to produce the food product known as foie gras.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Prohibit Certain Uses of Cellular Telephones and Handheld Electronic Devices while Operati: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 40
Representative Hogan of Old Orchard Beach would prohibit the use of hand-held cellular phones and electronic devices while operating a motor vehicle.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Prohibit Air Bag Fraud: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 14
Representative Hinck of Portland would create the crime of air bag fraud, i.e., knowingly making an air bag inoperable for fraudulent purposes.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Increase the Time Period for Motor Vehicle Inspections to 2 Years: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 42
Representative Wheeler of Kittery would change the annual inspection requirement for motor vehicles – except for commercial vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers – to a biennial rather than annual inspection requirement.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Establish a Distracted Driver Law: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 6
Senator Diamond of Cumberland would make driving while distracted a moving violation. Similar to LD 40 & LD 41 in this session.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act To Ensure Access to MaineCare Services: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 18
Representative Beaudoin of Biddeford would require rulemaking to establish incentives for health care professionals to serve Medicaid members.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Encourage the Diagnosis and Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 21
Representative Bryant of Windham would require insurance policies to cover diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorders.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Deter Road Rage: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 8
Senator Rosen of Hancock would establish road rage as a Class E crime.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Liquor Licenses: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 5
Senator Diamond of Cumberland would delete from current law the provision that limits the number of liquor stores that may be licensed in a municipality.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Amend the Definition of Employment for Purposes of Unemployment Compensation: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 27
Representative Flood of Winthrop would require individuals to work at least 16 hours to meet the requirements of the “ABC Test” for collecting unemployment benefits.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Allow the Use of Only 2 Studded Tires on Front-wheel-drive Vehicles: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 38
Representative Pinkham of Lexington Township would allow a front-wheel-drive vehicle to have studded snow tires on its front wheels only.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Allow a Weight Tolerance for Vehicle Auxiliary Power Units: Last Update: January 19, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 37
Representative Theriault of Madawaska would extend a weight tolerance for vehicle auxiliary power units.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | Passed | 2010

An Act Making Supplemental Appropriations and Allocations for the Expenditures of State Government: Last Update: January 17, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1671
Supplemental budget information; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2010

An Act To Improve Safety on Maine\'s Primary and Secondary Roads: Last Update: January 17, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1736
Senator Damon would authorize six-axle combination vehicles consisting of three-axle truck tractors with tri-axle semi-trailers of up to 1000,000 pounds gross vehicle weight to operate on Maine interstate highways.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2010

An Act To Encourage Tourism by Ensuring the Safety, Accessibility and Availability of Highway Rest S: Last Update: January 17, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1719
The bill prohibits loitering at rest areas maintained by the Department of Transportation and the Maine Turnpike Authority. The bill requires that rest areas on Interstate 95 located in Pittsfield and Sidney be reopened. The bill directs the Department of Transportation to open and maintain the scenic overlook in the Town of Medway on Interstate 95 northbound, which overlooks Mount Katahdin.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2010

An Act Allowing Workers' Compensation Benefits for Firefighters Who Contract Cancer: Last Update: January 14, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 621
Senator Bartlett of Cumberland would presume that a firefighter who contracts cancer contracted the disease in the course of employment if an earlier test did not detect the disease.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Reduce the Amount of Plastic Introduced into the Waste Stream: Last Update: January 14, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 367
Senator Nutting of Androscoggin would require retailers to charge ten-cents for each plastic bag used by customers. The money would go to a Waste Reduction and Recycling Loan Fund.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | Passed | 2010

An Act To Modify the Informed Growth Act: Last Update: January 14, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 448
Representative Beaudette of Biddeford outlines how a municipality could exempt itself from Maine’s Informed Growth Act that imposes separate standards on large retail projects.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Passed | 2010

An Act To Designate Sales Tax Holiday Weekends: Last Update: January 14, 2010
Status: Defeated
LD 1148
Rep. Strang Burgess of Falmouth would designate Columbus Day 2009 as a Sales Tax Holiday and ask the legislature to designate two additional dates in 2010.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2010

An Act To Simplify the Assessment of E-9-1-1 Surcharges on Prepaid Wireless Telecommunications Servi: Last Update: January 14, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1056
Representative Fitts of Pittsfield would require Maine retailers to collect and transmit the surcharge placed on prepaid wireless phone cards. The surcharge is to help fund the state’s emergency E-911 system.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Passed | 2010

An Act To Modernize the Tax Laws and Provide over $75,000,000 to Residents of the State in Tax Relie: Last Update: January 14, 2010
Status: Passed
LD 1088
Representative Piotti of Unity proposes sweeping tax reform designed to decrease the income tax by broadening the sales tax base, and by increasing the meals & lodging tax.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Passed | 2010

An Act Concerning the Use of Long-term Antibiotics for the Treatment of Lyme Disease: Last Update: January 08, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1709
Representative Legg of Kennebunk would require insurance policies to cover long-term antibiotics used to treat lyme disease.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2010

An Act To Facilitate an Increase in Sales of Motor Vehicles: Last Update: January 08, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1701
Representative Pilon of Saco would allow the Sunday sale of motor vehicles in Maine.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | In committee | 2010

An Act To Protect the Environment and Natural Resources of the State by Regulating the Discharge of: Last Update: January 08, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1693
Representative Flaherty of Scarborough would prohibit cruise ships and other ocean-going vessels from discharging ballast water in Maine coastal waters after 2021.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2010

An Act To Update the Laws Affecting the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensi: Last Update: January 08, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1688
Representative Miller or Somerville would authorize the Department of Health and Human Services to charge a fee for re-issuing certain licenses.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2010

An Act To Implement a Maine Unemployment Insurance Work-sharing Program: Last Update: January 08, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1681
Senator Jackson of Aroostook would allow a business to voluntarily implement an unemployment insurance work-share program that would create an alternative to layoffs during a temporary slowdown in business. The bill is proposed by the Maine Department of Labor.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2010

An Act To Protect Maine Citizens' Credit: Last Update: January 08, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1676
Senator Bartlett of Cumberland would amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to ensure that certain persons continue to receive necessary medical treatment and information in particular debt situations.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2010

An Act To Require a Pharmacist To Provide Prior Notification to and Obtain Consent from the Prescrib: Last Update: January 08, 2010
Status: In committee
LD 1672
Senator Bowman of York would require pharmacists to obtain consent from a prescribing physician before changing one formulation or manufacturer of an antiepileptic drug to drug another.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | In committee | 2010

Resolve, To Repeal the Fee Increase for Copies of Vital Records (EMERGENCY): Last Update: December 30, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1648
Senator Raye of Washington would roll-back a fee increase for some vital records obtained from the Department of Health and Human Services.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2010

An Act To Establish a Broadband Policy for Maine (EMERGENCY): Last Update: December 30, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1646
Representative Flaherty of Scarborough would establish a broadband policy for Maine, using as a model the baseline used by the U.S. Federal Communications Commission.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2010

An Act To Require That a Utility Company Notify the Owner of Property prior to Disconnecting Service: Last Update: December 30, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1644
Representative Pilon of Saco would require a utility to notify a landlord when residential utility service of a tenant is to be terminated.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2010

An Act To Encourage Extended Stays in Maine Waters: Last Update: December 30, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1636
Representative Cushing of Hampden would expand from 75 to 90 the number of days a watercraft may remain in Maine without being subjected to the excise tax.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2010

An Act To Establish Biofuel and Ultra-low Sulfur Requirements for Number 2 Home Heating Oil: Last Update: December 30, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1632
by Representative Butterfield of Bangor would require that after July 1, 2011, home heating oil sold in Maine have a designated low-sulfur content.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2010

An Act To Streamline Wine Registration Requirements: Last Update: December 30, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1629
Representative Berry of Bowdoinham would increase from $10 to $20 the fee for registering a wine.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2010

An Act To Amend the Laws Governing the Taste Testing of Alcoholic Beverages (EMERGENCY): Last Update: December 30, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1628
Representative Fitts of Pittsfield will, no doubt, resume a favorite legislative debate over where and when taste-testing events may occur. This bill will address the presence of children at an event, i.e. a supermarket.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2010

An Act To Protect Health Care Consumers from Catastrophic Debt: Last Update: December 30, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1620
Representative Berry of Bowdoinham would prohibit health plans from refusing to process further claims if a certain maximum has been reached.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2010

An Act Enabling Expedited Partner Therapy: Last Update: December 30, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1617
Representative Perry of Calais would allow a health care professional who diagnoses a patient with a sexually transmitted disease to provide prescription antibiotic drugs to that patient’s sexual partner.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2010

An Act To Establish an Office of Administrative Law Judges for Licensing Boards: Last Update: December 30, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1608
Representative Smith of Monmouth would establish the office of administrative law judge for licensing boards.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2010

Resolve, To Allow for the Proper Disposal of Medical Supplies: Last Update: December 30, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1600
Senator Marrache of Kennebec would direct the Department of Health and Human Services to establish a program to allow consumers to safely dispose of medical supplies, including syringes and diabetic test supplies.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | In committee | 2010

An Act To Amend the Animal Welfare Laws: Last Update: December 30, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1587
Representative Pieh of Bremen would allow the commissioner of the Department of Agriculture to market and sell general merchandise to generate funds for animal welfare programs. In the past, Maine Merchants Association has fought sales tax increases for the funding for that purpose.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2010

Resolve, To Develop a Model Academic Year Calendar: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1563
Representative Sutherland of Chapman would establish a commission to develop a model academic year calendar. In the past, retailers and restaurant operators have pushed for conformity that would permit schools to open after Labor Day.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2010

An Act To Amend the Motor Vehicle Laws: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1562
Senator Damon of Hancock would make several adjustments concerning the return of certificates of registration to the secretary of state, disabled veteran plates, motor carrier operating authority, unattended sales promotions, and motor carrier operating authority.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | In committee | 2010

An Act To Regulate the Use of Traffic Surveillance Cameras: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1561
Senator Damon of Hancock will renew the annual debate over whether the cameras may be used to obtain auto information.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | In committee | 2010

An Act Regarding Liquor Licenses for Qualified Catering Services (EMERGENCY): Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1559
Senator Bliss of Cumberland would stipulate that a qualified catering service could host up to 12 events a year at a facility owned by the catering service and serve alcoholic beverages to be consumed on the premises.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2010

An Act Regarding Accidental Death Benefits for Beneficiaries of Deceased Firefighters: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1558
Senator Jackson of Aroostook would provide accidental death benefits to the beneficiary of a professional firefighter who dies of a disease relating to the occupation.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2010

An Act To Revise Notification Requirements for Pesticides Applications Using Aircraft or Air-carrier: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1547
Representative O’Brien of Lincolnville would make a dozen changes in notification requirements for pesticides applications utilizing aircraft or air-carrier equipment.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2010

An Act To Protect Maine Workers: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1545
Senator Jackson of Aroostook would prohibit a Maine employer from hiring foreign workers for five years if the employer violates proof of equipment and foreign labor certification laws. Bill is designed to deal with a Maine/Canadian logging issue.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2010

An Act To Amend the Laws Governing the Maine Health Data Processing Center and the Maine Health Data: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1544
Representative Perry of Calais would clarify what constitutes an undisputed health care claim submitted by a health care provider or facility to a carrier, and specifies fields in the claim that must be filled.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2010

An Act To Make Maine Laws Consistent with Recent Amendments to the United States Trade Act of 1974: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1543
Representative Tuttle of Sanford would bring Maine into compliance with the U.S. Trade Act relative to unemployment compensation qualification.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2010

An Act To Make Maine's Laws Consistent with the Federal Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Contro: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1542
Representative Perry of Calais would revise existing state prohibitions regarding the sale of flavored tobacco products making Maine law consistent with the new federal Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2010

An Act Concerning Technical Changes to the Tax Laws: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1539
Representative Watson of Bath is an annual catch-all bill to make technical changes in tax law, but a measure that bears monitoring for more substantial amendments.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2010

An Act To Close Loopholes in Environmental Laws: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1538
Representative Welsh of Rockport would facilitate reviews of environmental laws concerning waste discharge, forest management exemptions from stormwater control laws, shoreland zoning, and road construction used primarily for forest management.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2010

An Act To Amend the Statute of Limitations under the Maine Human Rights Act: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1537
Representative Blodgett of Augusta would shorten from two to one year the period within which the commission must conclude an investigation.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2010

An Act To Ensure That Substantial State Contracts Receive Adequate Legal Review: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1534
Representative Beaudette of Biddeford would require state contracts that exceed $3 million or expose the state to substantial risk to be submitted to the attorney general for review.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2010

An Act To Update Laws Regulating the Maine Emergency Management Agency: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1531
Senator Gerzofsky of Cumberland would clarify reporting requirements to the Maine Emergency Management Agency.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2010

An Act To Stimulate Capital Investment for Innovative Businesses in Maine: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1
Senator Mills of Somerset would establish a Maine “Fund of Funds” within the Small Enterprise Growth Board for the purpose of increasing the availability of venture capital to the Maine economy.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

Resolve, Regarding Legislative Review of Portions of Chapter 692: Siting of Oil Storage Facilities: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1527
Representative Duchesne of Hudson calls for legislative review of statutes regulating the development of oil storage facilities.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2010

An Act To Ensure Equity in Unemployment Compensation Claims: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1524
Representative Beaulieu of Auburn would address a situation where two employers lay-off the same employee within 30 days of each other, i.e. which employer should be considered the claimant’s last employer for purposes of unemployment compensation.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2010

An Act To Ensure That Search and Rescue Dogs Are Afforded the Same Access to Public Accommodations a: Last Update: December 21, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1519
Senator Gerzofsky of Cumberland would allow state fish and wildlife personnel to be accompanied in places of public accommodation by search and rescue animals.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2010

An Act Pertaining to the Breeding and Selling of Dogs and Cats: Last Update: June 10, 2009
Status: Passed
LD 964
This bill would add a 1% sales tax to pet food and equine tack.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Passed | 2009

An Act To Increase the Jurisdictional Limit for Small Claims: Last Update: June 04, 2009
Status: In Senate for vote
LD 443
Representative Cleary of Houlton would increase the jurisdictional limit for small claims damages from $4,500 to $10,000 and increase the filing fee for small claims actions for damages over $4,500 to $120.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In Senate for vote | 2009

An Act To Amend the Laws Regarding Overnight Parking of Recreational Vehicles: Last Update: May 15, 2009
Status: Defeated
LD 114
Representative Perry of Calais would address the issue of overnight parking of recreational vehicles in shopping center parking lots, including waste disposal.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | Defeated | 2009

An Act To Create a Sustainable Funding Mechanism for Water and Wastewater Infrastructure in the Stat: Last Update: May 15, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 650
This bill is a concept draft pursuant to Joint Rule 208. This bill proposes to create a sustainable funding mechanism for water and wastewater infrastructure in the State.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Reform and Lower Maine Taxes: Last Update: May 08, 2009
Status: Defeated
LD 1314
Representative Crockett of Augusta is another tax reform proposal designed to lower the income tax by increasing the lodging tax and by removing sales tax exemptions to expand the base.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2009

An Act To Make Certain Changes to the Laws Regarding E-9-1-1 Surcharge Collection from Prepaid Wirel: Last Update: May 08, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 789
Representative Flaherty of Scarborough would attempt to clarify how the residences of prepaid wireless and cellular customers must be determined. A related bill is anticipated, and it would mandate retailers to collect prepaid wireless surcharges from cards sold at retail.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Allow Pharmacists To Administer Certain Immunizations: Last Update: May 08, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1223
Representative Hogan of Old Orchard Beach would allow pharmacists to administer certain immunizations. Board of Pharmacy would adopt rules.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | In committee | 2009

An Act To Broaden and Increase the Sales Tax, Increase the Earned Income Tax Credit and Amend the Ap: Last Update: May 08, 2009
Status: Defeated
LD 1368
Representative Watson of Bath is yet another bill to increase the sales tax in Maine – this one designed to use extra revenue to reduce the income tax and improve the Circuitbreaker Program. This version would increase the general sales tax from 5 to 6% and the levy on meals and lodging from 7 to 8%.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2009

An Act To Allow Municipalities To Impose a Local Option Lodging or Meals Tax: Last Update: May 08, 2009
Status: Defeated
LD 1426
Representative Flemings of Bar Harbor would allow a municipality to impose a local option lodging tax or a local option meals tax – or both – of 4 % by local referendum. Representative Flemings has also submitted LD 1381 which would allow a county to impose a local option tax.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2009

An Act To Allow Counties To Provide Property Tax Relief by Enacting a County Option Meals and Lodgin: Last Update: May 08, 2009
Status: Defeated
LD 1381
Representative Flemming of Bar Harbor would like counties in Maine to levy a local option tax of up to 2% on meals & lodging. A previously-printed bill would allow municipalities to impose a local levy of up to 3%.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2009

An Act To Amend the Requirements for the Livable Wage Report: Last Update: May 07, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 64
Senator Jackson of Aroostook would delay until December 31, 2009, the deadline by which the State Department of Labor must transmit a “living wage” report to the legislature. It also makes future reports due on a biennial rather than annual basis. The Department of Labor had previously been instructed to compile data as to what salary levels would be needed to provide for family living expenses.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Repeal the Informed Growth Act: Last Update: May 07, 2009
Status: Defeated
LD 242
Senator Hastings of Oxford would repeal Maine’s Informed Growth Act that was passed two years ago to regulate large retail developments at the state level.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2009

An Act Regarding Trans Fat: Last Update: May 07, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 916
Representative Webster of Freeport would ban restaurant foods containing artificial trans-fats.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Amend the Informed Growth Act To Provide a Local Management Option: Last Update: May 07, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 918
Representative Berry of Bowdoinham is one of three bills that have been introduced to amend or repeal Maine’s Informed Growth Act that makes developers take extra steps in order to get approval of large retail developments.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Ensure Fair Calculation of Severance Pay for Maine Workers (EMERGENCY): Last Update: May 01, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1469
This bill provides that the calculation of a week\'s pay under the laws governing severance pay must be made from the date of a layoff if the layoff occurs before the relocation or termination of a covered establishment. The bill applies retroactively to January 1, 2009.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Require Cause for Employment Termination: Last Update: May 01, 2009
Status: Defeated
LD 1185
Senator Craven of Androscoggin would require private employers to show “just cause” for employee terminations.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Defeated | 2009

An Act To Establish the Maine Fuel Board: Last Update: April 10, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1455
Representative Smith of Monmouth would create a Maine Fuel Board to govern the licensing and regulation of oil and solid fuel burning technicians and propane and natural gas technicians.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2009

An Act To Provide Additional Unemployment Benefits and Make Statutory Revisions in Accordance with t: Last Update: April 10, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1454
Senate President Mitchell makes changes in Maine unemployment laws to enable the state to take advantage of federal stimulus money for extended unemployment benefits.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Clarify and Strengthen the State's Motor Vehicle Laws: Last Update: April 10, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1445
Senator Damon of Hancock would make several changes to motor vehicle laws, including those concerning reflective and tinted glass and fires & wheels. It would also give State Police greater flexibility in bringing administrative actions against inspection stations.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Ban Racial Profiling: Last Update: April 10, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1442
Senator Bliss of Cumberland would prohibit law enforcement officers from using racial profiling.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2009

An Act To Amend and Clarify the Application of the Laws Regarding Severance Pay: Last Update: April 10, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1441
Senator Jackson of Aroostook would make several changes to the state’s severance pay law, including providing a presumption that whenever an employer lays off 100 or more employees that layoff constitutes a termination.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Strengthen the Workplace Smoking Laws and Other Laws Governing Smoking: Last Update: April 10, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1429
Senator Mills of Somerset would strengthen Maine’s no-smoking laws by banning designated smoking areas indoors, and clarifies laws governing workplace and residential smoking.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act Regarding the Licensing Fees for Certain Professional Programs: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1388
Senator Schneider of Penobscot would increase licenses and fees involving parks, chiropractors, plumbers, and real estate appraisers.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Provide Support to Municipal Government by Imposing a Municipal Surcharge on Traffic Viola: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1383
Senator Bartlett of Cumberland would allow municipalities to impose a $30 surcharge on fines and forfeitures imposed on motor vehicle violations.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Increase Access to Health Care by Providing Insurance Coverage for Telemedicine: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1366
Representative Piotti of Unity would provide insurance coverage for telemedicine. One of several bills on the subject.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

An Act To Improve the Use of Data from the Controlled Substances Prescription Monitoring Program: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1359
Senator Mills of Somerset would make several amendments to the Controlled Prescription Monitoring Program; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

An Act To Implement Shared Decision Making To Improve Quality of Care and Reduce Unnecessary Use of: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1358
Senator Mills of Somerset would require health insurance carriers and the MaineCare program to implement shared decision-making.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

An Act To Establish a Single-payer Health Care System: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1365
Representative Priest of Brunswick would establish a single-payer health care system in Maine.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

Resolve, Directing the Department of Health and Human Services To Limit Prescriptions for Narcotic D: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1354
Senator Mills of Somerset would limit prescriptions for narcotics to MaineCare patients without prior authorization.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

An Act To Deter Initiation of Tobacco Use by Increasing the Tax on Tobacco Products (EMERGENCY): Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1347
Representative Perry of Calais would increase the state cigarette tax from $2 to $3, and the tax on smokeless tobacco from 78% of the wholesale price to 132%, or a minimum of $2.67.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Reform Maine\'s Motor Fuel Tax Laws: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1341
Representative Crockett of Augusta would reduce the state’s gasoline tax from 28.4 cents per gallon to 21 cents and repeal the annual indexing formula.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Deter Graffiti: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1338
Representative Briggs of Mexico would make it a civil offense to apply graffiti to private or public property.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2009

An Act To Protect Consumers' Health Information Records: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1340
Representative Butterfield of Bangor is a bill designed to clarify when patient medical records can be shared to sold.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

An Act To Allow a Resort Casino in Oxford County: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1329
Representative Millett of Waterford would allow a resort casino in Oxford County.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2009

An Act To Ensure the Availability of Alcohol-free Motor Fuels: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1320
Senator Marrache of Kennebec would require a retail dealer or distributor of gasoline to offer for sale a non-ethanol-blended, unleaded premium gasoline.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2009

An Act To Clarify the Use of Instant Redeemable Coupons with Alcoholic Beverages: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1309
Representative Fitts of Pittsfield would allow manufacturers to insert redeemable coupons in products sold in Maine.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

Resolve, Establishing a Study Commission on In Utero Narcotic Drug Exposure (EMERGENCY): Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1291
Senator McCormick of Kennebec would establish a commission to study in-utero Narcotic Drug exposure.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

An Act To Amend the Law Authorizing the Application of Service Charges to the Owners of Certain Real: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1290
Representative Marrache of Kennebec would permit municipalities to tax certain currently exempt property.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Generate Savings by Changing Public Notice Requirements: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1271
Representative Hayes of Buckfield would change Maine’s public notice requirements regarding web site and newspaper insertions.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2009

An Act To Update the Site Location of Development Laws: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1268
Representative Duchesne of Hudson would make several changes to Maine’s Site Location of Development Laws.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2009

An Act To Stabilize Funding and Enable DirigoChoice To Reach More Uninsured: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1264
Representative Treat of Hallowell would change the method of funding the state’s Dirigo Health Plan from a savings offset payment to a 2.14 % tax on paid insurance claims.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

An Act To Restrict Gifts to Health Care Practitioners from Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufac: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1262
This bill would prohibit “gifts” from drug manufacturers to health care practitioners in Maine.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | In committee | 2009

An Act To Increase Access to Nutrition Information: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1259
House Speaker Pingree would require menu nutritional labeling in some restaurants.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2009

An Act To Prohibit Predispute Mandatory Binding Arbitration Clauses in Consumer Contracts: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1256
Representative Flaherty of Scarborough would prohibit pre-dispute mandatory binding arbitration clauses in consumer contracts.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Reduce the Cost of Permitting of Business Development: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1251
Representative Van Wie of New Gloucester would provide an income tax credit for certain studies, analysis, and inventories required as part of certain major state environmental permitting laws.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Require Licensing for Certain Mechanical Trades: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1241
Representative Wright of Berwick would establish an apprenticeship program and license persons that perform sheet metal work, refrigeration and air conditioning, pipe fitting and sprinkler system installation and repair.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Regulate the Use of Traffic Surveillance Cameras: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1234
Representative Cebra of Naples would prohibit the use of traffic surveillance cameras. An earlier bill would allow their use.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Prohibit the Delivery of Tobacco Products to Consumers To Prevent the Sale of Tobacco Prod: Last Update: April 03, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1230
Representative Perry of Calais would prohibit the delivery of tobacco products to anyone in Maine except licensed distributors and retailers.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Establish Uniform Protocols for the Use of Controlled Substances: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1193
Senator Mills of Somerset would establish uniform protocols for the use of a controlled substance. It would create a council on controlled substances under the board of licensure in medicine to develop and administer protocols for the use and administration of controlled substances.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | In committee | 2009

An Act To Change the Statute of Limitations for Health Care Practitioners: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1192
Senator Mills would increase the statute of limitation for professional negligence of health care practitioners from three to six years.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

An Act To Amend the Motor Vehicle Laws: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1190
Senator Damon of Hancock is a catch-all bill to make almost 20 changes in the Motor Vehicle Laws.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Allow the Sale and Use of Consumer Fireworks: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1187
Senator Gooley of Franklin would permit the sale and use of fireworks (currently prohibited) in Maine.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

Resolve, To Facilitate the Creation and Expansion of Certain Business Sectors: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1186
Senator Schneider of Penobscot would identify three business sectors and convene a working group of representatives of those sectors to identify business barriers.; FILED UNDER: Uncategorized | In committee | 2009

An Act To Exempt Sales of Heating Oil and Kerosene to Maine Businesses from Sales Tax: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1173
Representative Johnson of Greenville would extend the current residential sales tax exemption of heating oil to businesses.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Improve Children's Safety in Public Swimming Pools: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1165
Representative Hunt of Buxton would require all public swimming pools and spas to meet federal safety standards.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Amend the Laws Governing the Recycling of Televisions: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1156
Senator Simpson of Androscoggin would change the basis for television manufacturers’ responsibility for recycling televisions to a market share basis.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2009

An Act To Require the Department of Health and Human Services To Procure an Equal Supply of Vaccine: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1153
Senator Marrache of Kennebec would require the Department of Health and Human Services to procure an equal supply of vaccine from each manufacturer under certain circumstances.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

Resolve, To Establish a Pilot Project To Issue Conditional Titles for Certain Automobiles and Trucks: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1150
Representative Webster of Freeport would establish a pilot project to issue conditional titles for certain antique automobiles.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Authorize Municipalities To Impose Service Charges to Tax-exempt Property Owned by Certain: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1146
Representative Celli of Brewer would authorize municipalities to impose service charges to tax-exempted property owner by organizations that do not spend at least 50% of their revenues directly on charitable activities.; FILED UNDER: Uncategorized | In committee | 2009

Resolve, To Provide Assistance to Private Sellers of Firearms: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1138
Representative Haskell of Portland would require the Department of Public Safety to assist private sellers of firearms by providing information relative to collecting information regarding the purchasers and how to obtain criminal history checks on purchasers.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2009

An Act To Limit the Interest Charged under Rental-purchase Agreements: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1137
Representative Eves of North Berwick would limit the interest charged under rental-purchase agreements.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act Regarding the Maximum Fee for Processing an Environmental License Application (EMERGENCY): Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1134
Representative Duchesne of Hudson would establish a fee of up to $250,000 for applications filed with the Department of Environmental Protection.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2009

An Act To Require a Review of Certain Changes in the Application of the Sales and Use Tax Law: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1120
Representative Chase of Wells would require Maine Revenue Services to report to the legislature’s Taxation Committee any change in policy or practice that results in additional revenues.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Expand Rights for Maine Families: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1118
Representative Fossel of Alna would guarantee equal rights for registered domestic partners.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Exempt Private Nonmedical Institutions from the Service Provider Tax: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1113
Representative Richardson of Warren would exempt private, non-medical institutions from the service provider tax.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Amend the Statute of Limitations under the Maine Human Rights Act: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1108
Representative Dill of Cape Elizabeth would change the statute of limitations under the Maine Human Rights Act from six months to 300 days.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2009

An Act To Promote Personal Financial Responsibility by Allowing a Person To Make Good on Dishonored: Last Update: March 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1107
Representative Hayes of Buckfield would give the writer of a bad check an opportunity to make it good prior to initiation of criminal charges.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Promote the Accessibility and Use of Reusable Bags: Last Update: March 20, 2009
Status: Defeated
LD 622
Representative Knapp of Gorham would require retailers in excess of 30,000 square feet to provide shoppers a free cloth or canvass bag, upon request at least twice a year.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | Defeated | 2009

An Act To Protect the Public Health and the Environment by Prohibiting the Sale of Wheel Weights Con: Last Update: March 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 986
Senator Goodall of Sagadahoc would prohibit the sale or distribution of wheel weights made with lead or mercury.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | In committee | 2009

An Act Concerning Technical Changes to the Tax Laws: Last Update: March 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1093
Representative Watson of Bath is the annual bill to make technical changes in Maine tax law.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Improve Worksite Accountability for Public Construction Projects by Requiring Subcontracto: Last Update: March 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1092
Representative Tuttle of Sanford would require general contractors to post the names of subcontractors and the names of their workers’ compensation insurers at public-funded work sites.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Promote Responsible Sales of Alcoholic Beverages: Last Update: March 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1074
Representative Perry of Calais would require photo identification of anyone purchasing liquor, regardless of age; and would require bartender training.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2009

An Act To Extend the Summer Tourism Season and Thereby Increase Sales Tax Revenues by Requiring that: Last Update: March 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1068
Representative Martin of Eagle Lake would extend the Maine tourism season by delaying school openings until after Labor Day.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2009

An Act To Increase the Amount of the Deposit on Returnable Beverage Containers: Last Update: March 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1048
Representatives Sirois of Turner would increase the refund value of returnable bottles from five to 10 cents – one of several returnable bottle bills in the session.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act Regarding the Purchase of Fuel for Off-road Use: Last Update: March 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1045
Representative Cray of Palmyra would permit a purchaser of motor fuel for off-road use to obtain an exemption certificate and pay a fee of one-cent per gallon.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Continue To Reduce Mercury Use and Emissions: Last Update: March 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1042
Representative Treat of Hallowell would amend the law on collection and recycling of mercury thermostats.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2009

An Act To Discourage Theft from and Destruction of Vending Machines: Last Update: March 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1035
Representative Thibodeau of Winterport would increase fines for persons who steal from or vandalize vending machines.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Ensure That Maine\'s Electronic Waste Collection and Recycling System Is Self-funded: Last Update: March 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1032
Representative Hinck of Portland would amend the laws governing collection and recycling of electronic waste to require manufacturers of computer monitors and televisions to register with the Department of Environmental Protection and pay an annual registration fee of $5,000.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2009

An Act Concerning Mercury-added Button Cell Batteries: Last Update: March 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1026
Senator Goodall of Sagadahoc County outlines the phase-out of button cell batteries in Maine.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2009

An Act To Strengthen the Informed Growth Act: Last Update: March 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1019
Senator Nutting of Androscoggin County would require economic impact studies under Maine’s Informed Growth Act to include the number of full and part-time employees that will be covered by health insurance.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Continue Access to Dirigo Choice Health Insurance by Reducing Administrative Costs and Rep: Last Update: March 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1005
Representative Treat of Hallowell would change the method of funding the state’s Dirigo Health Plan from a “savings offset payment” to a 2.4-percent “surcharge” on insurance claims paid. It would require the surcharge to be paid monthly in an apparent attempt to resolve current cash flow problems in the struggling system.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

Resolve, Directing OPEGA To Perform a Performance Evaluation and Cost-benefit Analysis of the Dirigo: Last Update: March 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1003
Representative Sarah Lewin of Eliot would direct an official state cost-benefit analysis of Maine’s controversial Dirigo Health Program.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

Resolve, To Conduct an Updated Study of the Feasibility of Establishing a Single-payor Health Care S: Last Update: March 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 1002
Representative Beaudoin of Biddeford would mandate an update of a study on the feasibility of establishing a single-payer, universal health care plan in Maine.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

An Act To Increase Highway Safety by Requiring Daytime Headlight Use: Last Update: March 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 992
Representative du Houx of Brunswick would require daytime use of auto headlights.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Clarify the Definition of \"Employee\" in the Employment Security Law: Last Update: March 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 987
Senator Marrache of Kennebec would exempt from the unemployment compensation law licensed cosmetologists, massage therapists and manicurists who rent space in an establishment owned by another.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Allow for a Dual Liquor License: Last Update: March 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 989
Representative Valentino of Saco would permit an establishment licensed to sell beer or wine for consumption off premises to also have a license for on-premise consumption of beer and wine as long as the beer or wine is served to accompany a meal.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2009

An Act To Increase Public Safety by Requiring a Federally Licensed Firearms Dealer To Facilitate the: Last Update: March 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 985
Senator Sullivan of York would require certain private transfers of firearms to be facilitated by a federally licensed firearms dealer, who must request a criminal history check.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2009

An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Liquor Liability and Licensing: Last Update: March 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 971
Representative Berry of Bowdoinham would require that a liquor licensee maintain liability insurance of no less than $400,000 and repeals the limitation on awards for damages under the Liquor Liability Act. It also extends the statute of limitations for bringing an action from two to six years.; FILED UNDER: Uncategorized | In committee | 2009

An Act To Clarify Public Sector Employee Fair Choice in Collective Bargaining: Last Update: March 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 934
Under current law, if a state employee organization or public employee organization files a request with a public employer alleging that a majority of the employees in an appropriate bargaining unit wish to be represented for the purpose of collective bargaining, the public employer may request an election to determine whether there exists majority support among the employees for such representation. This bill provides instead that the public employer may request an inspection of the evidence of written majority authorization on the part of the employees.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Permit Brew Pubs To Sell Half-gallon Containers of Malt Liquor: Last Update: March 05, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 904
Representative Smith of Monmouth would allow a small brewery with an on-premise liquor license to sell malt liquor produced at the brewery in half-gallon containers.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Secure Maine's Energy Future: Last Update: March 05, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 886
House Speaker Hannah Pingree is a comprehensive bill to establish the Efficiency Maine Trust to provide a consolidation and integrated approach to planning energy programs.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2009

An Act To Promote Fuel Conservation by Allowing the Use of Mini-trucks on Public Ways: Last Update: March 05, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 875
Representative Ayotte of Caswell would allow the operation of so-called mini-trucks on public roads, but only with 100 miles of the residence of the person to whom the vehicle is registered.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Provide a Tax Credit to Certain Heating Fuel Contract Consumers: Last Update: March 05, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 872
Representative Stevens of Bangor would allow a person entering into a heating fuel contract at a locked-in price to obtain an income tax credit if the actual heating oil price decreases after signing the contract.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Require the Development of Plans To Achieve the Payment of Livable Wages by State and Loca: Last Update: March 05, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 869
Representative Butterfield of Bangor would require all public state and local government employers to pay all employees at least a livable wage by July 1, 2012.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Encourage Green Commerce: Last Update: March 05, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 848
Representative Beck of Waterville would require the Maine Technology Institute to establish a grant program to encourage green commerce and use of renewable fuels.; FILED UNDER: Uncategorized | In committee | 2009

An Act To Increase Snowmobile Registration Fees: Last Update: March 05, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 823
Representative Clark of Millinocket would increase the snowmobile registration fee for a resident from $35 to $50.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Limit Smoking in Outdoor Dining Areas: Last Update: March 05, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 820
Representative Cohen of Portland would prohibit smoking in outdoor eating areas until 10 p.m.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Require Plain Language in Consumer Contracts: Last Update: March 05, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 813
Representative Eves of North Berwick would require written consumer contracts involving $100,000 or less to meet certain criteria in order to be clear and readable so as to adequately inform consumers of their rights and duties fixed by the contract.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Support District Attorney Check Diversion Programs: Last Update: February 27, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 511
This bill may threaten a popular check diversion program that gives District Attorneys the ability to write persons who have written bad checks.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Ensure Fair Pay: Last Update: February 27, 2009
Status: Undetermined
LD 84
Representative Simpson of Androscoggin would protect an employee's right to inquire about and disclose, discuss and compare workplace wages.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | Undetermined | 2009

An Act To Protect the Privacy of Consumer Financial Information: Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 783
Representative Legg of Kennebunk would place an opt-in requirement in state law so that financial services providers such as banks and credit unions would have to have specific customer permission to disclose personal information to non-affiliated third parties. Current Maine law says consumers must specifically opt-out.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Require Patients of Opioid Treatment Programs To Release Medical Information to a Designat: Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 738
Senator Mills of Somerset would require patients of opioid treatment programs to release medical information to a designated primary physician.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

An Act To Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue To Support Small Businesses' Access to Capital: Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 732
Senate President Mitchell of Kennebec proposes a $30 million bond issue to provide loans for small business development.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Ensure Proper Oversight of Propane Facilities: Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 717
Representative Fitts of Pittsfield would shift oversight of propane facilities from the Public Utilities Commission to the Propane and Natural Gas Board.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Create a Moratorium on the Open-air Production of Genetically Engineered Pharmaceutical Cr: Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 708
Representative Pratt of Eddington would place a moratorium on open-air production of genetically engineered pharmaceutical crops in Maine.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | In committee | 2009

An Act To Stabilize School Heating Costs: Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 697
Representative Dill of Cape Elizabeth would permit school districts to enter into bulk purchasing agreements for heating oil for schools.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2009

Resolve, To Reclaim Past Unredeemed Beverage Container Deposits: Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 696
Representative Martin of Eagle Lake would allow the state to recapture unredeemed or abandoned beverage deposits subject to commingling agreements.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2009

An Act To Allow Limited Partnerships between Brewers and Wholesalers: Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 694
Senator Sullivan of York would permit limited partnerships between brewers and wholesalers.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Clarify the Minimum Wage Exemption for Summer Camp Counselors Working at Day Camps: Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 685
Senator Sullivan of York would clarify the minimum wage exemptions for summer and day camps.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Promote Cost-effective and Broad-based Vision Care for Maine Citizens by Clarifying the Sc: Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 683
Senator Schneider of Penobscot would clarify the scope of prescription authority by an optometrist.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

An Act Regarding Agency Liquor Stores (EMERGENCY): Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 682
Senator Sullivan of York would repeal a current law that limits the number of agency liquor stores that can be located in a municipality.; FILED UNDER: Uncategorized | In committee | 2009

An Act To Improve the Protection for Buyers of Motor Vehicles from Vehicles Labeled Lemons in Other: Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 673
Senator Brannigan of Cumberland would require car buyers to be notified if a vehicle being purchased in Maine had been declared a “lemon” in another state.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Exempt Clean Fuel Vehicles from Sales Tax: Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 671
Senator Rector of Knox would exempt the sale or lease of a clean fuel motor vehicle.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Clarify an Employer's Ability To Collect the Overcompensation of Wages: Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 669
Senator Jackson is a concept draft that would limit an employer’s ability to recover an overpayment of wages if the overpayment was due to the employer’s error.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Clarify When the Rental of a Car Is Exempt from Sales and Use Tax: Last Update: February 26, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 666
Senator Perry of Penobscot would clarify the tax exemption status of loaned vehicles temporarily provided by a dealer to a customer.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Provide the Office of Chief Medical Examiner Access to Controlled Substances Prescription: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 623
Representative Perry of Calais would amend the controlled substances prescription monitoring laws to authorize the state’s chief medical examiner access to prescription monitoring data.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | In committee | 2009

An Act To Reduce Income Tax on Capital Gains: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 618
Senator Smith of Piscataquis would exclude from the individual and corporate income taxes one-half of net long-term gains.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Amend the Maine Workers\' Compensation Act of 1992 To Remove Independent Medical Examiners: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 617
Senator Gerzofsky of Cumberland would remove independent medical examiners from the Maine Workers Comp Act of 1992.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Recruit Businesses from Other States: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 613
From Senator Diamond of Cumberland: This bill is a concept draft pursuant to Joint Rule 208. This bill proposes to enact measures designed to recruit business from other states.; FILED UNDER: Uncategorized | In committee | 2009

An Act To Assist Small Businesses with Creating Jobs: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 612
By Senator Diamond of Cumberland: This bill is a concept draft pursuant to Joint Rule 208. This bill proposes to assist small businesses with the creation of jobs and increased employment.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Add 10 Days to the School Year and To Require Daily Physical Exercise for All School Child: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 610
Senator Mills of Somerset would add 10 days to the school year in Maine and require daily physical exercise for all school children.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | In committee | 2009

An Act To Enable the Maine Employers' Mutual Insurance Company To Better Serve the Needs of All Empl: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 606
Senator Alfond of Cumberland would allow the Maine Employers’ Mutual Insurance Company to offer employment practices liability insurance to policyholders regardless of the number of employees. Currently, businesses must have at least 100 employees to qualify for the insurance.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Permit Wrecker Services To Charge for Storage while a Vehicle Is under an Order of Impound: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 602
Senator Mills of Somerset would permit wrecker services to charge for storage while a vehicle is under an order of impoundment.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | In committee | 2009

Resolve, To Encourage Physicians To Administer the Injectable Painkiller Toradol in Lieu of Other Op: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 600
Senator Mills of Somerset would encourage physicians to administer the injectable painkiller toradol in lieu of other opioids.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | In committee | 2009

An Act To Protect Private Enterprise from Tax-subsidized Competition by Imposing Requirements on Cer: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 598
Senator Gooley of Franklin would require public schools that sells products to obtain the same licenses as the private sector.; FILED UNDER: Uncategorized | In committee | 2009

An Act To Increase Mandatory Minimum Insurance Requirements for Vehicles for Hire: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 592
Representative Flaherty of Scarborough would increase the required minimum insurance coverage for vehicles for hire, including emergency and rental vehicles.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Establish a Wellness Tax Credit: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 590
Representative Giles of Belfast would give employers with 20 or fewer employees a tax credit for developing and maintaining wellness programs.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Retain Business in the State By Amending the Law Governing State Contract Bids: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 586
Representative Thomas of Ripley would give Maine businesses a 5% preference on state bids. Another measure introduced earlier would provide a 15% preference.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Provide Wraparound Medical Coverage in the Workers\' Compensation System: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 579
Representative Miller of Somerville would establish an integrated health insurance program that incorporates health coverage provided by Dirigo Health into the workers’ compensation system.; FILED UNDER: Wage and Labor Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Protect College Students from Predatory Marketing and Lending Practices: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 571
Representative Russell of Portland would require colleges and universities in Maine to adopt policies regulating the marketing of credit cards to students on their campuses.; FILED UNDER: General Business | In committee | 2009

An Act To Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue for the Construction of a Multiuse Arena in Bangor: Last Update: February 20, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 507
Senator Perry is advocating the issuance of a bond to finance a new arena in Bangor. The funds provided by this bond issue, in the amount of $25,000,000, will be used to provide funds to build a multiuse convention arena in the City of Bangor.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act Regarding Insurance Copayments for Short-term Prescriptions: Last Update: February 17, 2009
Status: Defeated
LD 191
This is a complex bill that would require health insurers and HMOs that provide coverage for prescription drugs to offer a special co-payment for short-term prescriptions.; FILED UNDER: Pharmaceutical | Defeated | 2009

An Act To Amend the Laws Regarding Public Rest Rooms: Last Update: February 14, 2009
Status: Defeated
LD 19
Representative Beaudoin of Biddeford would require all places of public accommodation that provide rest room facilities to also provide disposable toilet seat covers.; FILED UNDER: General Business | Defeated | 2009

An Act To Amend the Laws Concerning Genetically Engineered Plants and Seeds: Last Update: February 14, 2009
Status: Defeated
LD 183
Representative Schatz of Blue Hill makes several changes in the state law, including a requirement that manufacturers report annually to commissioner of agriculture.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | Defeated | 2009

An Act To Exempt the United States Flag from Sales Tax: Last Update: February 14, 2009
Status: Defeated
LD 218
This bill exempts the sale of the United States flag from sales tax.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | Defeated | 2009

An Act To Prohibit the Sale of Energy Drinks to Minors: Last Update: February 14, 2009
Status: Defeated
LD 17
Representative Pendleton of Scarborough would prohibit the sale of energy drinks to minors. Similar legislation was defeated in the previous legislative session.; FILED UNDER: Miscellaneous | Defeated | 2009

Resolve, Authorizing Coverage of Enteral Formula under the MaineCare Program: Last Update: February 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 552
Representative Boland of Sanford would require the Department of Health and Human Services to authorize MaineCare coverage of medically necessary enteral formulas.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

An Act To Enhance Maine's Electronic Waste Recycling Law (EMERGENCY): Last Update: February 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 536
Representative Hinck of Portland would amend Maine electronic recycling laws to include desktop printers and video game consoles and would clarify that digital picture frames are a type of computer monitor and, as such, are subject to the recycling laws. It would also change manufacturer reporting requirements to the Department of Environmental Protection.; FILED UNDER: Environmental | In committee | 2009

An Act To Protect Consumers from Credit Card and Debit Card Holds: Last Update: February 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 446
Representative Beaudoin of Biddeford would prohibit a merchant from placing a hold on the credit or funds available to a consumer using a credit or debit card except for exact amount of the purchase.; FILED UNDER: Uncategorized | In committee | 2009

An Act To Provide a Safe Sleeping Environment for Children with Disabilities To Enable Them To Remai: Last Update: February 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 423
Representative Clark of Millinocket would require Department of Health and Human Services, in some cases, to provide reimbursement for durable medical equipment needed to provide a safe sleeping environment for individuals under 18.; FILED UNDER: Health Care | In committee | 2009

An Act To Increase the Redemption Fee on Sorting and Handling: Last Update: February 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 411
Senator Smith of Piscataquis would increase the redemption fee from three to three and one-half cents per returned contained. LD 544 would increase the redemption to five cents.; FILED UNDER: Tax Related | In committee | 2009

An Act To Maintain and Improve ATV Trail Access: Last Update: February 13, 2009
Status: In committee
LD 402
This bill by Representative Wheeler of Kittery is a concept draft that would improve ATV trail access by possibly increasing registration fees for the vehicles.; FILED UNDER: Auto Service Related | In committee | 2009

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