In incurring and reporting expenses, it is important to keep in mind that all expense vouchers are a matter of public record and are available for review by the public in the State Controller's office. Legislators may get assistance in making travel arrangements, including registration, hotel reservations and transportation, from the Office of the Executive Director of the Legislative Council, once they have obtained approval from their presiding officer. The President of the Senate and Speaker of the House have established standards for reimbursement of expenses, available from the Office of the Executive Director of the Legislative Council. Health and Dental Insurance Legislators are eligible for health and dental insurance coverage like that available to state employees. Health insurance coverage consists of a managed care plan that includes hospital and medical services as well as preventive care and a copayment plan for prescription drugs whether obtained locally or through the mail.
Dental insurance is available to legislators and their dependents.
Questions about health or dental insurance coverage, benefits or premiums can be answered in the Office of the Executive Director of the Legislative Council. The Maine Legislative Retirement System provides a defined benefit retirement plan similar to the retirement plan for state employees and teachers provided by the Maine State Retirement System. The legislative retirement system is administered by the Board of Trustees of the Maine State Retirement System. Retirement benefits are determined by a formula based on length of legislative service and average compensation. Disability retirement and death benefits are also available.