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An Act To Require the Secretary of State To Automatically Register Nonregistered Persons Who Are Qualified To Vote through Records of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles H.P. 854 L.D. 1232
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0579
Committee: EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
47th Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Thursday, June 1, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Reverend Effie E. McAvoy McClain, Oakland Sidney United Methodist Church. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator David C. Woodsome of York County. 
Reading of the Journal of Wednesday, May 31, 2017. 
_________________________________ 
Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Thursday, June 1, 2017 
Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator MASON of 
Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 579 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate adjourns Thursday, June 1, 2017, it does so 
until Monday, June 5, 2017, at 10:00 in the morning and when the House adjourns Thursday, 
June 1, 2017, it does so until Monday, June 5, 2017, at 9:30 in the morning. 
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PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE 
Non-Concurrent Matter 
(1-1)  HOUSE REPORTS - from the Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS on 
Bill "An Act To Require the Secretary of State To Automatically Register Nonregistered Persons 
Who Are Qualified To Vote through Records of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles" 
H.P. 854  L.D. 1232 
Majority - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (H-267) (7 members)  
Minority - Ought Not to Pass (6 members)  
In Senate, May 30, 2017, on motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the Minority 
OUGHT NOT TO PASS Report READ and ACCEPTED in NON-CONCURRENCE. 
Comes from the House, that Body having INSISTED on its former action whereby the Majority 
OUGHT TO PASS AS AMENDED Report was READ and ACCEPTED and the Bill 
PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" 
(H-267). 
_________________________________ 
Non-Concurrent Matter 
(1-2)  Bill "An Act To Validate Certain Proceedings Authorizing the Issuance of Bonds and 
Notes of Regional School Unit No. 5" (EMERGENCY) 
S.P. 534  L.D. 1528 
Committee on EDUCATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed. 
In Senate, April 27, 2017, REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL 
GOVERNMENT and ordered printed. 
Comes from the House, Bill INDEFINITELY POSTPONED in NON-CONCURRENCE. 
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Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0584
Sponsors: THIBODEAU

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
49th Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Tuesday, June 6, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Pastor David Peterman, Breakwater Baptist Church in Rockland. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Justin M. Chenette of York County. 
Reading of the Journal of Monday, June 5, 2017. 
_________________________________ 
Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Tuesday, June 6, 2017 
Joint Resolution 
(4-18)  On motion by Senator CUSHING of Penobscot (Cosponsored by Senator: President 
THIBODEAU of Waldo), the following Joint Resolution: 
S.P. 584 
_____ 
IN THE YEAR OF OUR LORD 
TWO THOUSAND AND SEVENTEEN 
_____ 
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JUNE 6, 2017 AS SHRINERS 
INTERNATIONAL AWARENESS DAY 
WHEREAS, on June 6, 1876, the Imperial Council, the governing body of the Shriners 
fraternity, was founded and, to celebrate and recognize this important milestone in Shriners 
history, Shriners International has declared June 6th as Shriners International Awareness Day; 
and 
WHEREAS, Shriners International is a fraternity based on fun, fellowship and the Masonic 
principles of brotherly love, relief and truth with nearly 200 temples, or chapters, in several 
countries and thousands of clubs around the world; and 
WHEREAS, Shriners International is a brotherhood and an organization focused on bringing 
families together, and many of its activities are designed to involve family members, promote 
shared values and help develop the next generation of community and business leaders; and 
WHEREAS, Shriners International is recognized around the world by an ancient symbol, the 
fez, and the modern man who wears the iconic red fez is a man who values philanthropy, 
brotherhood, family and, of course, fun; and 
WHEREAS, Shriners are a brotherhood of men committed to family, engaged in ongoing 
personal growth and dedicated to providing care for children and families in need; and 
WHEREAS, Shriners Hospitals for Children was founded in 1922 with the goal of providing 
expert medical care for children, with no financial burden to the patients or their families; and 
WHEREAS, today, that philanthropic effort supports 22 facilities across the United States, 
Canada and Mexico, treating children up to 18 years of age who have orthopedic conditions, 
burns, spinal cord injuries, cleft lip and palate and other conditions, whose advanced care is 
provided in a family-centered environment that is focused on maximizing a child's quality of life, 
regardless of the families' ability to pay; now, therefore, be it 
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Twenty-eighth Legislature 
now assembled in the First Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this 
opportunity to recognize June 6, 2017 as Shriners International Awareness Day. 
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Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0592
House Amendment HA_A_H564 (House)

HOUSE AMENDMENT" A" to S.P. 592, Order, "Joint Study Order, To Establish 
the Task Force on Health Care Coverage for All of Maine" 
Amend the order by striking out all of section 11 and inserting the following: 
'Sec. 11. Outside funding. The task force shall seek funding contributions to 
fully fund the costs of the study. All funding is subject to approval by the Legislative 
Council in accordance with its policies. If sufficient contributions to fund the study have 
not been received within 30 days after the effective date of this order, no meetings are 
authorized and no expenses of any kind may be incurred or reimbursed.' 
SUMMARY 
This amendment replaces the section regarding outside funding with language that 
conforms with Legislative Council policies. 
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HOUSE AMENDMENT
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0585
Sponsors: RILEY

ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-EIGHTH LEGISLATURE 
SENATE ADVANCED JOURNAL AND CALENDAR 
Tuesday, June 6, 2017 
SUPPLEMENT NO. 1 
ORDERS 
Joint Resolution 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator SAVIELLO of Franklin (Cosponsored by Representative RILEY 
of Jay), the following Joint Resolution: 
S.P. 585 
_____ 
IN THE YEAR OF OUR LORD 
TWO THOUSAND AND SEVENTEEN 
_____ 
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JUNE 17, 2017 AS 
DESTROYER ESCORT DAY 
WHEREAS, World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War and the Cold War called 
upon thousands of America's young men to join in the fight by land, sea and air to restore 
freedom and peace throughout the world; and 
WHEREAS, the Destroyer Escort was designed for use in World War II as an anti-
submarine vessel to provide a lifeline for Allied forces by protecting convoys from the U-Boat 
menace in the Atlantic and was used extensively in surface-to-surface combat, shelling shores for 
invasions and many other assignments; and 
WHEREAS, in recognition of the lives lost in these endeavors, and in commendation of the 
bravery and valor of the sailors of the Destroyer Escorts, the Destroyer Escort Association will 
host a special ceremony in Lewiston to honor the sailors of the Destroyer Escorts of World War 
II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War and the Cold War with special tribute paid to those who 
lost their lives with their ships; now, therefore, be it 
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Twenty-eighth Legislature 
now assembled in the First Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this 
opportunity to recognize June 17, 2017 as Destroyer Escort Day throughout the State of Maine in 
commemoration of the valiant sailors who risked and often gave their lives for peace and 
freedom worldwide. 
READ and ADOPTED. 
Sent down for concurrence. 
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Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0587
Sponsors: HERBIG, KEIM

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
51st Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Thursday, June 8, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Pastor Henry Cooper, Fayette Baptist Church. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Lisa M.  Keim of Oxford County. 
Reading of the Journal of Wednesday, June 7, 2017. 
_________________________________ 
Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Thursday, June 8, 2017 
ORDERS 
Joint Orders 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator MIRAMANT of Knox, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 587 
ORDERED, the House concurring, that the Joint Standing Committee on Environment and 
Natural Resources report out a bill to the Senate that requires the State to: 
1.  Implement measures designed to meet, as practicable and on a state level, the broad goals 
of the Paris Agreement on climate change signed by the United States on April 22, 2016 and 
entered into force on November 4, 2016, referred to in this order as "the Paris Agreement," 
including measures to reduce carbon emissions within the time limits proposed in the Paris 
Agreement; or 
2.  Join with any other states that have formed a coalition to implement and comply with the 
goals of the Paris Agreement. 
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Expressions of Legislative Sentiment recognizing: 
(4-2)  Archie J. Gaul, of Belfast, on his retirement as a trustee of the Belfast Water District after 
years of service.  Mr. Gaul was one of the driving forces behind replacing miles of water 
mains, protecting wells and the aquifer and making numerous major improvements to the entire 
water system.  We extend to Mr. Gaul our congratulations on his retirement and offer him our 
best wishes; 
SLS 440 
Sponsored by President THIBODEAU of Waldo. 
Cosponsored by Representative: HERBIG of Belfast. 
(4-3)  the Top Ten students of the 2017 graduating class of Spruce Mountain High School, in 
Jay:  Camryn Berry, valedictorian; William Brenner; Alana Cole; Devon Darling; Trevor Doiron, 
salutatorian; Allyssa Ellis; Austin Gilboe; Ashley Greenleaf; Tad Jewett; and Gabrielle Richards.  
We send them our congratulations and best wishes; 
SLS 441 
Sponsored by Senator KEIM of Oxford. 
Cosponsored by Senator: SAVIELLO of Franklin, Representatives: BLACK of Wilton, RILEY 
of Jay.
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0596
Sponsors: CHIPMAN, DION, BATTLE, COLLINGS, FARNSWORTH, HAMANN, HARLOW, JORGENSEN, MOONEN, RECKITT, SANBORN, SYLVESTER, TALBOT ROSS, BELLOWS, GRANT, BELLOW

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
65th Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Thursday, June 29, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Senator Ronald F. Collins of York County. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator David C. Woodsome of York County. 
Reading of the Journal of Wednesday, June 28, 2017. 
_________________________________ 
Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Thursday, June 29, 2017 
ORDERS 
Joint Orders 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 596 
_____ 
ORDERED, the House concurring, that, in accordance with emergency authority granted 
under the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 3, section 2, the First Regular Session of the 128th 
Legislature is further extended for up to 5 legislative days. 
_________________________________ 
Expressions of Legislative Sentiment recognizing: 
(4-2)  Unum, of South Portland, which is the recipient of the Education Commission of the States 
Corporate Award for sustained commitment to investing in and improving public education, 
especially in underserved communities.  We extend to everyone at Unum our congratulations and 
best wishes; 
SLS 525 
Sponsored by Senator MILLETT of Cumberland. 
Cosponsored by Senators: CHIPMAN of Cumberland, DION of Cumberland, Representatives: 
BATTLE of South Portland, COLLINGS of Portland, FARNSWORTH of Portland, HAMANN 
of South Portland, HARLOW of Portland, JORGENSEN of Portland, MOONEN of Portland, 
RECKITT of South Portland, SANBORN of Portland, SYLVESTER of Portland, TALBOT 
ROSS of Portland. 
(4-3)  the A1 Diner, in Gardiner, which has been named one of the 20 best diners in America by 
PureWow, a digital media company and publisher of women's lifestyle content.  We extend to 
everyone at the A1 Diner our congratulations and best wishes; 
SLS 527 
Sponsored by Senator BELLOWS of Kennebec. 
Cosponsored by Representative: GRANT of Gardiner. 
(4-4)  Arthur Bourget, of West Gardiner, who has received the Blood Services Award from the 
Southern Maine Chapter of the American Red Cross for organizing blood drives and inspiring 
others to donate blood.  We extend to Mr. Bourget our congratulations and best wishes; 
SLS 528 
Sponsored by Senator BELLOWS of Kennebec. 
Cosponsored by Representative: WARREN of Hallowell. 
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Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0595
Sponsors: SEAVEY, DESCHAMBAULT

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
60th Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Wednesday, June 21, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Reverend Kristin White, Green Street United Methodist Church of Augusta. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Lisa M.  Keim of Oxford County. 
Reading of the Journal of Tuesday, June 20, 2017. 
_________________________________ 
Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Wednesday, June 21, 2017 
ORDERS 
Joint Orders 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 595 
_____ 
ORDERED, the House concurring, that, in accordance with emergency authority granted 
under the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 3, section 2, the First Regular Session of the 128th 
Legislature is extended for up to 5 legislative days. 
_________________________________ 
Expressions of Legislative Sentiment recognizing: 
(4-2)  Nicholas R. Burgess, of Kennebunkport, a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 304, who has 
attained the high rank and distinction of Eagle Scout.  This is the highest award in Boy Scouting 
and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community 
service.  For his Eagle Scout project, Nicholas built several agility structures for the Kennebunk 
Dog Park.  We extend our congratulations to Nicholas on this achievement; 
SLS 501 
Sponsored by Senator DESCHAMBAULT of York. 
Cosponsored by Representative: SEAVEY of Kennebunkport. 
(4-3)  Timothy R. Burgess, of Kennebunkport, a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 304, who has 
attained the high rank and distinction of Eagle Scout.  This is the highest award in Boy Scouting 
and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community 
service.  For his Eagle Scout project, Timothy built a display case for the Kennebunkport Fire 
Department to use for recruiting volunteer members.  We extend our congratulations to Timothy 
on this achievement; 
SLS 502 
Sponsored by Senator DESCHAMBAULT of York. 
Cosponsored by Representative: SEAVEY of Kennebunkport. 
(4-4)  Joshua Andrews Emery, of Newport, a Boy Scout who has attained the high rank and 
distinction of Eagle Scout.  This is the highest award in Boy Scouting and is given for excellence 
in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service.  We extend our 
congratulations to him on this achievement; 
SLS 503 
Sponsored by Senator CUSHING of Penobscot. 
Cosponsored by Representative: FREDETTE of Newport. 
(4-5)  John Dever, of Bath, a teacher at Mt. Ararat High School in Topsham, who has been 
named Sagadahoc County Teacher of the Year.  We extend to Mr. Dever our congratulations and 
best wishes; 
SLS 504 
Sponsored by Senator VITELLI of Sagadahoc. 
Cosponsored by Representative: DeCHANT of Bath. 
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Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0597

ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-EIGHTH LEGISLATURE 
SENATE ADVANCED JOURNAL AND CALENDAR 
Friday, June 23, 2017 
SUPPLEMENT NO. 1 
ORDERS 
Joint Order 
(4-1)  On motion by President THIBODEAU of Waldo, under unanimous consent, on behalf of 
Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 597 
Ordered,  the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until 
Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 10:00 in the morning. 
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Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0598

ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-EIGHTH LEGISLATURE 
SENATE ADVANCED JOURNAL AND CALENDAR 
Saturday, July 1, 2017 
SUPPLEMENT NO. 2 
ORDERS 
Joint Order 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 598 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until the call 
of the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House, respectively, when there is a need to 
conduct business, consider a biennial state budget or consider objections of the Governor. 
_________________________________
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0599

ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-EIGHTH LEGISLATURE 
SENATE ADVANCED JOURNAL AND CALENDAR 
Monday, July 3, 2017 
SUPPLEMENT NO. 2 
ORDERS 
Joint Order 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 599 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until the call 
of the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House, respectively, when there is a need to 
conduct business or consider objections of the Governor. 
_________________________________
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0600

ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-EIGHTH LEGISLATURE 
SENATE ADVANCED JOURNAL AND CALENDAR 
Thursday, July 20, 2017 
SUPPLEMENT NO. 8 
ORDERS 
Joint Order 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 600 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until the call 
of the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House, respectively, when there is a need to 
conduct business or consider objections of the Governor. 
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An Act To Prohibit Female Genital Mutilation," H.P. 525, L.D. 745, and all its accompanying papers, be recalled from the legislative files to the Senate.
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0603

ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-EIGHTH LEGISLATURE 
SENATE ADVANCED JOURNAL AND CALENDAR 
Wednesday, August 2, 2017 
SUPPLEMENT NO. 10 
ORDERS 
Joint Order 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator MAKER of Washington, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 603 
ORDERED, the House concurring, that Bill, "An Act To Prohibit Female Genital 
Mutilation," H.P. 525, L.D. 745, and all its accompanying papers, be recalled from the legislative 
files to the Senate. 
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Resolve, Authorizing Certain Land Transactions by the Bureau of Parks and Lands within the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 604) (L.D. 1647) (Sponsored by Senator JACKSON of Aroostook) (Cosponsored by Representative MARTIN of Sinclair and Representative WHITE of Washburn) (Approved for introduction by a majority of the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 205.)
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0607
Sponsors: MARTIN, WHITE, JACKSON, HAM

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
1st Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Monday, October 23, 2017. 
In compliance with a proclamation of Governor PAUL R. LEPAGE, the Senators convened in 
the Senate Chamber at ten o'clock in the morning and were called to order by  
President MICHAEL D. THIBODEAU of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Reverend Susan Berry Taylor, St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Winthrop. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Susan A. Deschambault of York County. 
Doctor of the day, Robert Chagrasulis, M.D. of Casco. 
Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Monday, October 23, 2017 
(2-90)  The Following Communication:  
S.P. 607 
MAINE SENATE 
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF THE SENATE 
October 19, 2017 
Honorable Michael D. Thibodeau 
President of the Senate 
Honorable Sara Gideon 
Speaker of the House 
Dear President Thibodeau and Speaker Gideon: 
On October 12, 2017, one bill was received by the Secretary of the Senate. 
Pursuant to the provisions of Joint Rule 308.2, this bill was referred to a Joint Standing 
Committee on October 12, 2017, as follows: 
Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry 
Resolve, Authorizing Certain Land Transactions by the Bureau of Parks and Lands within the 
Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 604) (L.D. 1647) 
(Sponsored by Senator JACKSON of Aroostook) (Cosponsored by Representative MARTIN of 
Sinclair and Representative WHITE of Washburn) (Approved for introduction by a majority of 
the Legislative Council pursuant to Joint Rule 205.) 
On October 13, 2017, two bills were received by the Secretary of the Senate. 
Pursuant to the provisions of Joint Rule 308.2, these two bills were referred to a Joint Standing 
Committee on October 13, 2017, as follows: 
Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry 
Bill “An Act To Amend the Law Recognizing Local Control Regarding Food Systems and 
Require Compliance with Federal and State Food Safety Regulations” (EMERGENCY) 
(GOVERNOR’S BILL) (S.P. 605) (L.D. 1648) (Sponsored by Senator JACKSON of Aroostook) 
Appropriations and Financial Affairs 
Bill “An Act To Provide Funding for Geographic Information System Services” 
(EMERGENCY) (GOVERNOR’S BILL) (S.P. 606) (L.D. 1649) (Sponsored by Senator 
HAMPER of Oxford) 
Sincerely, 
S/Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
S/Robert B. Hunt 
Clerk of the House 
_________________________________
Resolve, To Establish the Study Committee To Develop a Disposition Plan for Future Surplus State Property in York County
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0602
Sponsors: BLACK, CARSON, DAUGHTRY, TUCKER, CYRWAY, KATZ, LONGSTAFF, MADIGAN, PERKINS

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
70th Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Wednesday, August 2, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Senator Paul T. Davis of Piscataquis County. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Kimberley C. Rosen of Hancock County. 
Reading of the Journal of Thursday, July 20, 2017. 
_________________________________ 
Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Wednesday, August 2, 2017 
(4-2)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 602 
ORDERED, the House concurring, that the following specified matter be held over on the 
Special Study Table to the next special or regular session of the 128th Legislature: 
H.P. 723, L.D. 1021 - Resolve, To Establish the Study Committee To Develop a Disposition 
Plan for Future Surplus State Property in York County 
_________________________________ 
Expressions of Legislative Sentiment recognizing: 
(4-3)  Thomas Ferguson Upham and Judith Merrill James Upham, of Wilton, who are celebrating 
their 50th Wedding Anniversary on August 19, 2017.  We extend to Mr. and Mrs. Upham our 
congratulations and best wishes; 
SLS 540 
Sponsored by Senator SAVIELLO of Franklin. 
Cosponsored by Representative: BLACK of Wilton. 
(4-4)  the Brunswick High School Boys Lacrosse Team, of Brunswick, which won the Class A 
State Championship.  We extend to all the members of the team our congratulations and best 
wishes; 
SLS 541 
Sponsored by Senator CARSON of Cumberland. 
Cosponsored by Representatives: DAUGHTRY of Brunswick, McCREIGHT of Harpswell, 
TUCKER of Brunswick. 
(4-5)  Sarah Cox, of Oakland, a junior at Waterville Senior High School, who has been named 
the Morning Sentinel Girls Track and Field Athlete of the Year.  Sarah also won the Class B 
state individual title in the shot put with a throw of 38 feet, 7.25 inches.  We extend to Sarah our 
congratulations and best wishes; 
SLS 542 
Sponsored by Senator CYRWAY of Kennebec. 
Cosponsored by Senator: KATZ of Kennebec, Representatives: LONGSTAFF of Waterville, 
MADIGAN of Waterville, PERKINS of Oakland.
An Act To Authorize the Public Utilities Commission To Determine the Amount of the E-9-1-1 Surcharge” (S.P. 615) (L.D. 1671) (Sponsored by Senator WOODSOME of York)
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0616

OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF THE SENATE 
December 11, 2017 
Honorable Michael D. Thibodeau 
President of the Senate 
Honorable Sara Gideon 
Speaker of the House 
Dear President Thibodeau and Speaker Gideon: 
On December 11, 2017, a bill was received by the Secretary of the Senate. 
Pursuant to the provisions of Joint Rule 308.2, this bill was referred to a Joint Standing 
Committee on December 11, 2017, as follows: 
Energy, Utilities and Technology 
Bill “An Act To Authorize the Public Utilities Commission To Determine the Amount of the E-
9-1-1 Surcharge” (S.P. 615) (L.D. 1671) (Sponsored by Senator WOODSOME of York) 
Sincerely, 
S/Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
S/Robert B. Hunt 
Clerk of the House 
_________________________________
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0608

ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-EIGHTH LEGISLATURE 
SENATE ADVANCED JOURNAL AND CALENDAR 
Monday, October 23, 2017 
SUPPLEMENT NO. 9 
ORDERS 
Joint Order 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 608 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until the call 
of the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House, respectively, when there is a need to 
conduct business or consider objections of the Governor. 
_________________________________
An Act To Authorize the Commissioner of Marine Resources To Limit the Number of Shrimp Licenses That May Be Used in Certain Seasons” (S.P. 609) (L.D. 1652) (Sponsored by Senator LANGLEY of Hancock)
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0614
Sponsors: FREDETTE, CUSHING, HARRINGTON, MARTIN, PICCHIOTTI, STANLEY, DOW, WHITTEMORE

OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF THE SENATE 
November 27, 2017 
Honorable Michael D. Thibodeau 
President of the Senate 
Honorable Sara Gideon 
Speaker of the House 
Dear President Thibodeau and Speaker Gideon: 
On November 27, 2017, five bills were received by the Secretary of the Senate. 
Pursuant to the provisions of Joint Rule 308.2, these bills were referred to a Joint Standing 
Committee on November 27, 2017, as follows: 
Marine Resources 
Bill “An Act To Authorize the Commissioner of Marine Resources To Limit the Number of 
Shrimp Licenses That May Be Used in Certain Seasons” (S.P. 609) (L.D. 1652) (Sponsored by 
Senator LANGLEY of Hancock) 
Appropriations and Financial Services 
Bill “An Act To Amend the Laws Governing Retirement Benefits for Capital Police Officers” 
(S.P. 610) (L.D. 1653) (Sponsored by Senator KATZ of Kennebec) 
Labor, Commerce, Research and Economic Development 
Bill “An Act To Protect Economic Competitiveness in Maine by Extending the End Date for 
Pine Tree Development Zone Benefits” (S.P. 611) (L.D. 1654) (Sponsored by Senator 
JACKSON of Aroostook) (Cosponsored by Representative FREDETTE of Newport and Senator: 
CUSHING of Penobscot, Representatives HARRINGTON of Sanford, MARTIN of Eagle Lake, 
PICCHIOTTI of Fairfield, STANLEY of Medway.) 
Wednesday, January 3, 2018 
Taxation 
Bill “An Act To Update References to the United States Internal Revenue Code of 1986 
Contained in the Maine Revised Statues” (EMERGENCY) (S.P. 612) (L.D. 1655) (Sponsored by 
Senator DOW of Lincoln)  
Insurance and Financial Services 
Bill “An Act To Improve the Regulation of Debt Collectors” (S.P. 613) (L.D. 1663) (Sponsored 
by Senator WHITTEMORE of Somerset) 
Sincerely, 
S/Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
S/Robert B. Hunt 
Clerk of the House 
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Resolve, Directing the Bureau of Parks and Lands To Transfer Land in the Town of Pittston H.P. 1222 L.D. 1773
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0664
Committee: AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY and

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Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator MASON of 
Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 664 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until 
Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at 10:00 in the morning. 
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PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE 
House Papers 
(1-1)  Resolve, Directing the Bureau of Parks and Lands To Transfer Land in the Town of 
Pittston 
H.P. 1222  L.D. 1773 
Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on AGRICULTURE, 
CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY and ordered printed. 
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(1-2)  Bill "An Act To Reduce Child Poverty by Leveraging Investments in Families for 
Tomorrow" 
H.P. 1223  L.D. 1774 
(1-3)  Resolve, Regarding Medicaid Reimbursement for Rehabilitation Hospitals 
(EMERGENCY) 
H.P. 1224  L.D. 1778 
Come from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN 
SERVICES and ordered printed. 
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(1-4)  Bill "An Act To Increase Safety, Ensure Efficient Operation and Improve Traffic Flow on 
the Maine Turnpike by Requiring All-electronic Toll Collection at New and Reconstructed Toll 
Facilities" (EMERGENCY) 
H.P. 1225  L.D. 1779 
Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on TRANSPORTATION and ordered 
printed. 
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An Act To Amend the Greater Augusta Utility District Charter H.P. 1230 L.D. 1785
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0670
Committee: ENERGY, UTILITIES AND TECHNOLOGY and

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Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator MASON of 
Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 670 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until 
Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at 10:00 in the morning. 
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PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE 
House Papers 
(1-1)  Bill "An Act To Amend the Greater Augusta Utility District Charter" 
H.P. 1230  L.D. 1785 
Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on ENERGY, UTILITIES AND 
TECHNOLOGY and ordered printed. 
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(1-2)  Bill "An Act To Update the Laws Governing the Department of Environmental 
Protection's Rule-making Authority Concerning Underground Oil Storage Facilities To Align 
with Federal Regulations" 
H.P. 1229  L.D. 1784 
Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on ENVIRONMENT AND 
NATURAL RESOURCES and ordered printed. 
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(1-3)  Bill "An Act To Enhance Safety for Victims of Sexual Assault and Stalking and To 
Amend the Laws Governing Harassment and Protection from Abuse" 
H.P. 1235  L.D. 1788 
Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY and ordered printed. 
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Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0674
Sponsors: JACKSON

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ORDERS 
Joint Resolution 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator VITELLI of Sagadahoc (Cosponsored by Senator: JACKSON of 
Aroostook), the following Joint Resolution: 
S.P. 674 
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IN THE YEAR OF OUR LORD 
TWO THOUSAND AND EIGHTEEN 
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JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JANUARY 26TH AS EITC 
AWARENESS DAY 
WHEREAS, in order to promote the federal and Maine state earned income tax credit, which 
enhances family household budgets, we recognize January 26, 2018 as EITC Awareness Day; 
and 
WHEREAS, 4 of 5 people eligible for the credit claim it, which demonstrates the importance 
of raising awareness of this credit and urging individuals to find out if they qualify for it; and 
WHEREAS, throughout the State, IRS-certified volunteer tax preparers who are members of 
CA$H Maine and AARP Tax-Aide, a collaboration of 10 statewide coalitions including 50 
nonprofit and for-profit partners, provide free federal and state tax preparation; and 
WHEREAS, since 2003, CA$H Maine has also educated hard-working families and 
individuals about programs in the community that can increase their income, reduce debt and 
build savings; and 
WHEREAS, in 2017, these volunteers helped Maine residents save more than $3,300,000 in 
tax filing fees and claim over $4,700,000 in earned income tax credits, returning over 
$20,500,000 to Maine residents in federal income tax refunds; now, therefore, be it 
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Twenty-eighth Legislature 
now assembled in the Second Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this 
opportunity to recognize January 26, 2018 as EITC Awareness Day; and be it further 
RESOLVED: That we send our appreciation to all the volunteers who participate in EITC 
Awareness Day for the benefit of Maine citizens and we urge participation in this worthy cause. 
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An Act To Amend the Maine Criminal Code and Related Statutes as Recommended by the Criminal Law Advisory Commission" (EMERGENCY) H.P. 1239 L.D. 1795
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0675
Committee: CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY and

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Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator MASON of 
Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 675 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until 
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at 10:00 in the morning. 
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PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE 
Pursuant to Statute 
Criminal Law Advisory Commission 
(1-1)  Report of the Criminal Law Advisory Commission, pursuant to the Maine Revised 
Statutes, Title 17-A, section 1354, subsection 2 asks leave to report that the accompanying Bill 
"An Act To Amend the Maine Criminal Code and Related Statutes as Recommended by the 
Criminal Law Advisory Commission" (EMERGENCY) 
H.P. 1239  L.D. 1795 
Be REFERRED to the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY and 
ordered printed pursuant to Joint Rule 218. 
Comes from the House, Report READ and ACCEPTED, and the Bill REFERRED to the 
Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY and ordered printed pursuant 
to Joint Rule 218. 
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Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0677

ORDERED, the House concurring, that the Joint Rules be amended by adding Joint Rule 108 to 
read: 
Rule 108. Annual Harassment Training. 
Each member must attend in-person training on harassment at the beginning of each regular 
session.  The Presiding Officers must arrange sufficient opportunities for each member to attend 
this in-person training on harassment.  Each member must sign an affidavit stating that the 
member has attended the in-person training on harassment and must file that form with the office 
of the Executive Director of the Legislative Council.  The Executive Director of the Legislative 
Council shall provide a report to the Presiding Officers listing the members who have not 
attended the required training and submitted the affidavit. 
READ and PASSED. 
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Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0679

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Thursday, February 1, 2018 
Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator MASON of 
Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 679 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until 
Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at 10:00 in the morning. 
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PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE 
Joint Orders 
Expressions of Legislative Sentiment recognizing: 
(1-1)  Technical Sergeant Douglas G. Connolly, of Hermon, Non-Commissioned Officer in 
Charge of the Combat Arms Training and Maintenance section for the 101st Air Refueling 
Wing, 101st Security Forces Squadron in Bangor, who has been named Outstanding Airman of 
the Year.  We extend to Technical Sergeant Connolly our congratulations and best wishes; 
HLS 864 
(1-2)  Mayo Regional Hospital, of Dover-Foxcroft, which is celebrating its 40th Anniversary.  
The hospital, a 25-bed critical-access hospital providing emergency services and managing 5 
primary care offices, employs 390 full-time employees.  We extend to everyone at Mayo 
Regional Hospital our congratulations on this anniversary; 
HLS 865 
(1-3)  Ronald B. Rivard, of Shapleigh, to whom the Town of Shapleigh has dedicated its 2018 
Town Report for his exemplary service as the town's Superintendent of Cemeteries.  Among his 
many accomplishments, Mr. Rivard has determined the locations of cemeteries containing the 
graves of our nation's veterans, obtained from the Federal Government granite markers engraved 
with the appropriate names and dates for the graves, enlisted the aid of property owners to help 
maintain the cemeteries on their properties and kept meticulous records of these efforts.  We 
extend to Mr. Rivard our appreciation for his service and offer him our best wishes; 
HLS 866 
(1-4)  Richard Deans, of Hebron, for his 32 years of service as a member of the Hebron Board of 
Selectmen.  We extend to Mr. Deans our congratulations and best wishes; 
HLS 867
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0680
Sponsors: STEWART

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Joint Resolutions 
(4-4)  On motion by Senator CHENETTE of York (Cosponsored by Representative STEWART 
of Presque Isle), the following Joint Resolution: 
S.P. 680 
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IN THE YEAR OF OUR LORD 
TWO THOUSAND AND EIGHTEEN 
_____ 
JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING FEBRUARY AS 2-1-1 
MONTH 
WHEREAS, 2-1-1 Maine is a comprehensive statewide directory of more than 8,000 health 
and human services available in the State; and 
WHEREAS, in order to promote the 2-1-1 Maine health and human services and emergency 
preparedness helpline, which provides Maine citizens free and confidential referrals to needed 
resources, we recognize February 2018 as 2-1-1 Month; and 
WHEREAS, 2-1-1 Maine helps to identify existing gaps in health and human services; and 
WHEREAS, throughout the State, 2-1-1 Maine provides around-the-clock service through 
efficient and effective responses to questions arising from the growing complexities and needs in 
health, financial and human services; and 
WHEREAS, 2-1-1 Maine provides emergency operations during times of natural and other 
disasters, including providing accurate and timely information for preparations and longer-term 
referrals for follow-up services, as evidenced by its role in supporting the Maine Emergency 
Management Agency during the agency's responses to the 2016 drought and the October 2017 
wind storm; and 
WHEREAS, during this past year, 2-1-1 Maine has directed nearly 6,500 Maine citizens to 
heating and utility assistance services, which may have prevented people from contacting the 
wrong agency for a federal Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program benefit, prevented 
utility shutoffs and saved people from spending winter nights without fuel; and 
WHEREAS, since 2006, 2-1-1 Maine call specialists have assisted with more than 700,000 
requests to locate health and human services information; and 
WHEREAS, 2-1-1 Maine handles a number of specialized services, including the opiate 
helpline and the gambling helpline, and is also a resource for finding information about such 
needs as tax preparation and mental health services; now, therefore, be it 
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Twenty-eighth Legislature 
now assembled in the Second Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this 
opportunity to recognize February 2018 as 2-1-1 Month. 
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Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0685
Committee: State and Local Government shall report out, to the Senate, a bill requiring Legislators, legislative staff and lobbyists to personally attend and complete a course of education and training regarding harassment, including sexual harassment, at the beginning of every legislative session

ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-EIGHTH LEGISLATURE 
SENATE ADVANCED JOURNAL AND CALENDAR 
Thursday, February 1, 2018 
SUPPLEMENT NO. 1 
ORDERS 
Joint Order 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator MAKER of Washington, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 685 
ORDERED, the House concurring, that the Joint Standing Committee on State and Local 
Government shall report out, to the Senate, a bill requiring Legislators, legislative staff and 
lobbyists to personally attend and complete a course of education and training regarding 
harassment, including sexual harassment, at the beginning of every legislative session. 
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Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0686
Committee: Veterans and Legal Affairs shall report out, to the Senate, a bill regarding the use of funds by political campaigns and political action committees and clarifying the process for reporting contributions and expenditures

ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-EIGHTH LEGISLATURE 
SENATE ADVANCED JOURNAL AND CALENDAR 
Thursday, February 1, 2018 
SUPPLEMENT NO. 2 
ORDERS 
Joint Order 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator CARPENTER of Aroostook, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 686 
ORDERED, the House concurring, that the Joint Standing Committee on Veterans and 
Legal Affairs shall report out, to the Senate, a bill regarding the use of funds by political 
campaigns and political action committees and clarifying the process for reporting contributions 
and expenditures.  In developing the bill, the joint standing committee shall invite input from the 
Commission on Governmental Ethics and Election Practices. 
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An Act To Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue To Assist in the Commercialization of Maine Products and Services S.P. 568 L.D. 1613 (C "A" S-335; S "A" S-339 to C "A" S-335)
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0688

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Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator MASON of 
Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 688 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until 
Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 10:00 in the morning. 
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PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE 
Non-Concurrent Matter 
(1-1)  SENATE REPORTS - from the Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL 
AFFAIRS on Bill "An Act To Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue To Assist in the 
Commercialization of Maine Products and Services" 
S.P. 568  L.D. 1613 
(C "A" S-335; S "A" S-339 to 
C "A" S-335) 
Majority - Ought to Pass as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-335) (9 members)  
Minority - Ought Not to Pass (4 members)  
In Senate, July 20, 2017, PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY COMMITTEE 
AMENDMENT "A" (S-335) AS AMENDED BY SENATE AMENDMENT "A" (S-339) 
thereto. 
Comes from the House, Bill COMMITTED to the Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND 
FINANCIAL AFFAIRS in NON-CONCURRENCE. 
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Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0687
Sponsors: LUCHINI, BELLOWS, BREEN, SAVIELLO, WOODSOME, HERBIG

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Joint Resolution 
(4-14)  On motion by Senator VOLK of Cumberland (Cosponsored by Representative LUCHINI 
of Ellsworth and Senators: BELLOWS of Kennebec, BREEN of Cumberland, SAVIELLO of 
Franklin, WOODSOME of York, Representative: HERBIG of Belfast), the following Joint 
Resolution: 
S.P. 687 
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IN THE YEAR OF OUR LORD 
TWO THOUSAND AND EIGHTEEN 
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JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING FEBRUARY 7, 2018 AS 
NATIONAL GIRLS AND WOMEN IN SPORTS DAY 
WHEREAS, the National Girls and Women in Sports Day Coalition celebrates National 
Girls and Women in Sports Day in Washington, D.C. and encourages its celebration in 
communities across the nation; and 
WHEREAS, this day exists to recognize the past and current sports achievements of girls 
and women, the positive influence of sports participation and the continuing struggle for equality 
and access for girls and women in sports; and 
WHEREAS, National Girls and Women in Sports Day began in 1987 as a day to remember 
Olympic volleyball player Flo Hyman for her athletic achievements and her commitment to 
ensure equality for women's sports; and 
WHEREAS, the history of girls and women in sports is rich and long, yet there has been 
little national recognition of the significance of girls' and women's athletic achievements; and 
WHEREAS, at all levels of athletics, girls and women develop self-discipline, initiative, 
confidence and leadership skills regardless of background; and  
WHEREAS, the bonds girls and women build through athletics help to break down the 
social barriers of racism and prejudice, and the communication and cooperation skills learned 
through sports play a key role in the athletes' contributions at home, at work and to society; and 
WHEREAS, a need for increased opportunities exists for girls to participate in and pursue 
physical activity in the community and at the scholastic level so that they may, beginning at an 
early age, increase their health and well-being on a daily basis and develop lifelong fitness 
habits; now, therefore, be it 
RESOLVED: That We, the Members of the One Hundred and Twenty-eighth Legislature 
now assembled in the Second Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this 
opportunity to recognize February 7, 2018 as National Girls and Women in Sports Day. 
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