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An Act To Grant the Department of Health and Human Services Access to Criminal History Information To Achieve the Purposes of the Child and Family Services and Child Protection Act
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 1921
Committee Amendment CA_A_S547 (Senate)

COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A. "to S.P. 755, L.D. 1921, Bill, "An Act To Grant 
the Department of Health and Human Services Access to Criminal History Information 
To Achieve the Purposes of the Child and Family Services and Child Protection Act" 
Amend the bill in section 3 in paragraph Gin the 2nd line (page 1, line 20 in L.D.) by 
inserting after the following: "subsection 2,
the following: 'from the Department of 
Public Safety' 
Amend the bill by inserting after section 3 the following: 
'Sec. 4. Appropriations and allocations. 
The following appropriations and 
allocations are made. 
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF 
State-funded Foster Care/Adoption Assistance 0139 
Initiative: Provides funding for receipt and review of confidential criminal history record 
information within the Department of Health and Human Services. 
GENERAL FUND 
All Other 
GENERAL FUND TOTAL 
2017-18 
$0 
$0 
COMMITTEE AMENDMENT 
2018-19 
$9,660 
$9,660 
~of' 
COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A "to S.P. 755, L.D. 1921 
SUMMARY 
This amendment, which is the majority report of the committee, specifies that the 
Department of Health and Human Services may request and receive confidential criminal 
history record information from the Department of Public Safety. 
It also adds an 
appropriations and allocations section. 
FISCAL NOTE REQUIRED 
(See attached) 
COMMITTEE AMENDMENT 
Approved: 08/29/18 ;wac 
LD 1921 
LR3076(02) 
An Act To Grant the Department of Health and Human Services Access to Criminal History 
Information To Achieve the Purposes of the Child and Family Services and Child Protection Act 
Fiscal Note for Bill as Amended by Committee Amendment 'jf I 
Net Cost (Savings) 
General Fund 
Appropriations/ Allocations 
General Fund 
Fiscal Detail and Notes 
Committee: Health and Human Services 
Fiscal Note Required: Yes 
Fiscal Note 
FY 2017-18 
FY 2018-19 
$0 
$9,660 
$0 
$9,660 
Projections 
FY 2019-20 
$4,660 
$4,660 
Projections 
FY 2020-21 
$4,660 
$4,660 
The bill includes General Fund appropriations to the Department of Health and Human Services of $9,660 in fiscal 
year 2018-19 for a pass card reader to access a secure workspace and 2 computers to receive and review confidential 
criminal history record infonnation. 
Any additional costs to the Department of Public Safety associated with this legislation can be absorbed within 
existing budgeted resources. 
LR3076(02) - Fiscal Note - Page 1 of 1
An Act To Modify the Expungement Requirements for Records under the Child and Family Services and Child Protection Act
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 1920
Committee: Health and Human Services
Sponsors: KEIM
Amends: 22 MRSA §4008

Legislative Document
No. 1920
S.P. 754
In Senate, August 30, 2018
An Act To Modify the Expungement Requirements for Records 
under the Child and Family Services and Child Protection Act
Received by the Secretary of the Senate on August 20, 2018.  Referred to the Committee on 
Health and Human Services pursuant to Joint Rule 308.2 and ordered printed.
HEATHER J.R. PRIEST
Secretary of the Senate
Presented by Senator KEIM of Oxford.  (GOVERNOR'S BILL)
Be it enacted by the People of the State of Maine as follows:
Sec. 1.  22 MRSA §4008, sub-§5, as amended by PL 2015, c. 501, §1, is repealed 
and the following enacted in its place:
5.  Retention of child protective services records; use.  The department may retain 
child protective services case records created under this chapter.  Following a finding of 
unsubstantiation, the department may not publicly disclose information in the 
unsubstantiated record, except that information in any record, including an 
unsubstantiated record, may be admitted into evidence in an administrative or judicial 
proceeding.
SUMMARY
Current law requires the Department of Health and Human Services to expunge a 
record of a child protective services case for which there was a finding that the 
allegations were unsubstantiated after 18 months and prohibits the use of an expunged 
record for any purpose.
This bill allows the department to retain all records created under the Child and 
Family Services and Child Protection Act.  The department may not publicly disclose 
information in an unsubstantiated record, but may allow information in any record to be 
introduced into evidence in an administrative or judicial proceeding.
An Act To Criminalize the Failure To Make a Report of Child Abuse or Neglect as Required by Statute
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 1919
Committee: Health and Human Services
Sponsors: SUTTON
Amends: 22 MRSA §4011-A

Legislative Document
No. 1919
H.P. 1364
House of Representatives, August 22, 2018
An Act To Criminalize the Failure To Make a Report of Child 
Abuse or Neglect as Required by Statute
Received by the Clerk of the House on August 20, 2018.  Referred to the Committee on 
Health and Human Services pursuant to Joint Rule 308.2 and ordered printed pursuant to Joint 
Rule 401.
ROBERT B. HUNT
Clerk
Presented by Representative SUTTON of Warren.  (GOVERNOR'S BILL)
Be it enacted by the People of the State of Maine as follows:
Sec. 1.  22 MRSA §4011-A, sub-§10 is enacted to read:
10.  Failure to report; penalty.  A person required by this section to report or cause 
a report to be made to the department or the appropriate district attorney's office who fails 
to make a report or cause a report to be made to the department or the appropriate district 
attorney's office is guilty of failure to report.  Failure to report is a Class E crime that, 
notwithstanding Title 17-A, section 1252, is punishable by imprisonment for not more 
than 30 days or, notwithstanding Title 17-A, section 1301, a fine of not more than $500.  
The department shall refer any violations of this subsection to the appropriate district 
attorney's office.
SUMMARY
Current law requires certain persons to report or cause a report to be made to the 
Department of Health and Human Services or the appropriate district attorney's office 
when they know or have reasonable cause to suspect that a child has been or is likely to 
be abused or neglected or that a suspicious child death has occurred.  This bill 
criminalizes the failure of a person to meet this requirement.  Under current law, such a 
person commits a civil violation.  Under this bill, failure to report or cause a report to be 
made is also a Class E crime, punishable by a fine of not more than $500 or imprisonment 
for not more than 30 days.
An Act To Grant the Department of Health and Human Services Access to Criminal History Information To Achieve the Purposes of the Child and Family Services and Child Protection Act
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 1921
Committee: Health and Human Services
Sponsors: THIBODEAU
Amends: 22 MRSA §4004

Legislative Document
No. 1921
S.P. 755
In Senate, August 30, 2018
An Act To Grant the Department of Health and Human Services 
Access to Criminal History Information To Achieve the Purposes of 
the Child and Family Services and Child Protection Act
Received by the Secretary of the Senate on August 20, 2018.  Referred to the Committee on 
Health and Human Services pursuant to Joint Rule 308.2 and ordered printed.
HEATHER J.R. PRIEST
Secretary of the Senate
Presented by President THIBODEAU of Waldo.  (GOVERNOR'S BILL)
Be it enacted by the People of the State of Maine as follows:
Sec. 1.  22 MRSA §4004, sub-§1, ¶E, as amended by PL 2007, c. 586, §3, is 
further amended to read:
E.  Establishing a child death and serious injury review panel for reviewing deaths 
and serious injuries to children.  The panel consists of the following members: the 
Chief Medical Examiner, a pediatrician, a public health nurse, forensic and 
community mental health clinicians, law enforcement officers, departmental child 
welfare staff, district attorneys and criminal or civil assistant attorneys general.
The purpose of the panel is to recommend to state and local agencies methods of 
improving the child protection system, including modifications of statutes, rules, 
policies and procedures; and
Sec. 2.  22 MRSA §4004, sub-§1, ¶F, as enacted by PL 2007, c. 586, §4, is 
amended to read:
F.  Investigating suspicious child deaths.  An investigation under this paragraph is 
subject to and may not interfere with the authority and responsibility of the Attorney 
General to investigate and prosecute homicides pursuant to Title 5, section 200-A.; 
and
Sec. 3.  22 MRSA §4004, sub-§1, ¶G is enacted to read:
G.  Requesting and receiving confidential criminal history record information, as 
defined by Title 16, section 703, subsection 2, and public criminal history record 
information, as defined by Title 16, section 703, subsection 8.
SUMMARY
This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services to access public 
and confidential criminal history record information to assist in preventing child abuse 
and neglect.
An Act To Amend the Child and Family Services and Child Protection Act
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 1922
Committee: Health and Human Services
Sponsors: DIAMOND
Amends: 22 MRSA §4003

Legislative Document
No. 1922
S.P. 756
In Senate, August 30, 2018
An Act To Amend the Child and Family Services and Child 
Protection Act
Received by the Secretary of the Senate on August 20, 2018.  Referred to the Committee on 
Health and Human Services pursuant to Joint Rule 308.2 and ordered printed.
HEATHER J.R. PRIEST
Secretary of the Senate
Presented by Senator DIAMOND of Cumberland.  (GOVERNOR'S BILL)
Be it enacted by the People of the State of Maine as follows:
Sec. 1.  22 MRSA §4003, sub-§3, as amended by PL 1999, c. 731, Pt. AA, §3, is 
further amended to read:
3.  Rehabilitation and reunification.  Give family rehabilitation and reunification 
priority Require that reasonable efforts be made to rehabilitate and reunify families as a 
means for protecting the welfare of children, but prevent needless delay for permanent 
plans for children when rehabilitation and reunification is not possible;
SUMMARY
This bill amends the Child and Family Services and Child Protection Act to require 
that reasonable efforts be made to rehabilitate and reunify families as a means for 
protecting the welfare of children.  Current law requires giving family rehabilitation and 
reunification priority as a means for protecting the welfare of children.
An Act To Improve Information Sharing Relating to Investigations of Educators
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 1924
Committee Amendment CA_A-HA_A_H814 (House)

HOUSE AMENDMENT" A" to COMMITTEE AMENDMENT "A" to H.P. 1366, 
L.D. 1924, Bill, "An Act To Improve Information Sharing Relating to Investigations of 
Educators" 
Amend the amendment by striking out all of the mandate preamble (page 1, lines 13 
to 17 in amendment) 
SUMMARY 
This amendment removes the mandate preamble from the committee amendment. 
FISCAL NOTE REQUIRED 
SPONSORED J'IY: 
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(Representative GINZ 
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TOWN: Bridgton 
HOUSE AMENDMENT 
Approved: 09/13/18 feac:.. 
LD 1924 
LR 3085(06) 
An Act To Improve Information Sharing Relating to Investigations of Educators 
Fiscal Note for House Amendment 1;{\11 to Committee Amendment 11A 11 
Sponsor: Rep. Ginzler of Bridgton 
Fiscal Note Required: Yes 
Fiscal Note 
Removes Mandate Preamble 
Fiscal Detail and Notes 
This amendment removes the Mandate Preamble. Removing the exemption would leave this as an unfunded state 
mandate. 
LR3085(06) - Fiscal Note - Page 1 of 1
An Act To Provide Funding for the Conduct of Elections
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 1925
House Amendment HA_A_H812 (House)

HOUSE AMENDMENT "A " to H.P. 1368, L.D. 1925, Bill, "An Act To Provide 
Funding for the Conduct of Elections" 
Amend the bill by striking out all of the emergency preamble and emergency clause. 
SUMMARY 
This amendment removes the emergency preamble and emergency clause. 
FISCAL NOTE REQUIRED 
(See attached) 
SPONSORED BY:~ 
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(Representative GATTlNE) 
TOWN: Westbrook 
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HOUSE AMENDMENT 
Fiscal Detail and Notes 
Approved: 08/30/18 feac 
LD 1925 
LR 3091(02) 
An Act To Provide Funding for the Conduct of Elections 
Fiscal Note for House Amendment 1)1/11 to Original Bill 
Sponsor: Rep. Gattine of Westbrook 
Fiscal Note Required: Yes 
Fiscal Note 
Delayed funding for election 
Removing the emergency preamble and clause will delay the availability of funding for 90 days, which will be 
beyond the November 2018 general election.
An Act To Provide Funding for the Conduct of Elections
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 1925

Legislative Document
No. 1925
H.P. 1368
House of Representatives, August 30, 2018
An Act To Provide Funding for the Conduct of Elections
(EMERGENCY)
Reported by the Majority from the Joint Standing Committee on Appropriations and 
Financial Affairs pursuant to Joint Order 2017, H.P. 1367.
ROBERT B. HUNT
Clerk
Emergency preamble. Whereas, acts and resolves of the Legislature do not 
become effective until 90 days after adjournment unless enacted as emergencies; and
Whereas, this legislation provides funding necessary to allow the Secretary of State 
to properly administer the general election to be held in November 2018; and
Whereas, the election will take place prior to the expiration of the 90 days; and
Whereas, in the judgment of the Legislature, these facts create an emergency within 
the meaning of the Constitution of Maine and require the following legislation as 
immediately necessary for the preservation of the public peace, health and safety; now, 
therefore,
Be it enacted by the People of the State of Maine as follows:
Sec. 1.  Appropriations and allocations.  The following appropriations and 
allocations are made.
SECRETARY OF STATE, DEPARTMENT OF 
Bureau of Administrative Services and Corporations 0692
Initiative: Provides one-time funding for additional ballots, leasing of software and a 
high-speed scanner and courier services to conduct the November 2018 general election.
Emergency clause.  In view of the emergency cited in the preamble, this 
legislation takes effect when approved.
SUMMARY
This bill, which is the report of the Joint Standing Committee on Appropriations and 
Financial Affairs, provides additional one-time funds to the Secretary of State for the 
administration of the general election in November 2018.  The additional funds are 
necessary due to the need to include a separate ballot page.
FISCAL NOTE REQUIRED
(See attached)
GENERAL FUND
2017-18
2018-19
All Other
$0
$334,330
GENERAL FUND TOTAL
$0
$334,330
Approved: 08/30/18
LD 1925
LR 3091(01)
FY 2017-18
FY 2018-19
Projections 
FY 2019-20
Projections 
FY 2020-21
Net Cost (Savings)
General Fund
$0
$334,330
$0
$0
Appropriations/Allocations
General Fund
$0
$334,330
$0
$0
Fiscal Detail and Notes
The bill includes a one-time General Fund appropriation of $334,330 in fiscal year 2018-19 to the Department of 
Secretary of State for additional ballots, leasing of software and high-speed scanner and courier services to conduct 
the November 2018 general election.
An Act To Provide Funding for the Conduct of Elections
Fiscal Note for Original Bill
Committee: Appropriations and Financial Affairs
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
Fiscal Note
LR3091(01) - Fiscal Note - Page 1 of 1
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0005

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
1st Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Wednesday, December 7, 2016. 
Pursuant to the Provisions of the Constitution and the laws of the State of Maine, the Senators-
elect of the One-Hundred and Twenty-eighth Legislature convened in the Senate Chamber  and 
were called to order by Heather J.R. Priest, Secretary of the Senate of the One-Hundred and 
Twenty-seventh Legislature. 
Prayer by Pastor Justin Thacker, Praise Assembly of God in Rumford. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator-elect Dana L. Dow of Lincoln County. 
National Anthem performed by the Samuel L. Wagner Middle School Show Choir of Winterport 
Doctors of the day, Charles Pattavina, M.D. of Winterport & Lisa Gouldsbrough D.O. of 
Biddeford. 
Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Wednesday, December 7, 2016 
(4-13)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 4 
Ordered, the House concurring, that all printing and binding authorized by the Legislature shall 
be under the direction of the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House. 
_________________________________ 
(4-14)  On motion by Senator CUSHING of Penobscot, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 5 
Ordered, the House concurring, that the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House 
purchase such services, supplies and equipment as may be needed to carry on the business of the 
Senate and House, respectively. 
_________________________________ 
(4-15)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 6 
Ordered, the House concurring, that a sufficient number of the Legislative Record for the 128th 
Legislature be printed, one copy for each of the members of the Senate and the House of 
Representatives who so desires, the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House.  The 
remainder to be deposited with the State Law Librarian for exchange and library use; and be it 
further 
Ordered, that a suitable index be prepared for such Legislative Record, under the direction of the 
Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House. 
_________________________________ 
(4-16)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 7 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the House and Senate adjourn, they do so until 
Wednesday, January 4, 2017, at 10:00 the morning. 
_________________________________
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0004

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
1st Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Wednesday, December 7, 2016. 
Pursuant to the Provisions of the Constitution and the laws of the State of Maine, the Senators-
elect of the One-Hundred and Twenty-eighth Legislature convened in the Senate Chamber  and 
were called to order by Heather J.R. Priest, Secretary of the Senate of the One-Hundred and 
Twenty-seventh Legislature. 
Prayer by Pastor Justin Thacker, Praise Assembly of God in Rumford. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator-elect Dana L. Dow of Lincoln County. 
National Anthem performed by the Samuel L. Wagner Middle School Show Choir of Winterport 
Doctors of the day, Charles Pattavina, M.D. of Winterport & Lisa Gouldsbrough D.O. of 
Biddeford. 
Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Wednesday, December 7, 2016 
(4-13)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 4 
Ordered, the House concurring, that all printing and binding authorized by the Legislature shall 
be under the direction of the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House. 
_________________________________ 
(4-14)  On motion by Senator CUSHING of Penobscot, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 5 
Ordered, the House concurring, that the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House 
purchase such services, supplies and equipment as may be needed to carry on the business of the 
Senate and House, respectively. 
_________________________________ 
(4-15)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 6 
Ordered, the House concurring, that a sufficient number of the Legislative Record for the 128th 
Legislature be printed, one copy for each of the members of the Senate and the House of 
Representatives who so desires, the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House.  The 
remainder to be deposited with the State Law Librarian for exchange and library use; and be it 
further 
Ordered, that a suitable index be prepared for such Legislative Record, under the direction of the 
Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House. 
_________________________________ 
(4-16)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 7 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the House and Senate adjourn, they do so until 
Wednesday, January 4, 2017, at 10:00 the morning. 
_________________________________
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0006

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
1st Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Wednesday, December 7, 2016. 
Pursuant to the Provisions of the Constitution and the laws of the State of Maine, the Senators-
elect of the One-Hundred and Twenty-eighth Legislature convened in the Senate Chamber  and 
were called to order by Heather J.R. Priest, Secretary of the Senate of the One-Hundred and 
Twenty-seventh Legislature. 
Prayer by Pastor Justin Thacker, Praise Assembly of God in Rumford. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator-elect Dana L. Dow of Lincoln County. 
National Anthem performed by the Samuel L. Wagner Middle School Show Choir of Winterport 
Doctors of the day, Charles Pattavina, M.D. of Winterport & Lisa Gouldsbrough D.O. of 
Biddeford. 
Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Wednesday, December 7, 2016 
(4-13)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 4 
Ordered, the House concurring, that all printing and binding authorized by the Legislature shall 
be under the direction of the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House. 
_________________________________ 
(4-14)  On motion by Senator CUSHING of Penobscot, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 5 
Ordered, the House concurring, that the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House 
purchase such services, supplies and equipment as may be needed to carry on the business of the 
Senate and House, respectively. 
_________________________________ 
(4-15)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 6 
Ordered, the House concurring, that a sufficient number of the Legislative Record for the 128th 
Legislature be printed, one copy for each of the members of the Senate and the House of 
Representatives who so desires, the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House.  The 
remainder to be deposited with the State Law Librarian for exchange and library use; and be it 
further 
Ordered, that a suitable index be prepared for such Legislative Record, under the direction of the 
Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House. 
_________________________________ 
(4-16)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 7 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the House and Senate adjourn, they do so until 
Wednesday, January 4, 2017, at 10:00 the morning. 
_________________________________
An Act To Prevent Bad Faith Assertions of Patent Infringement H.P. 4 L.D. 2
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0009
Committee: JUDICIARY and

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
3rd Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Thursday, January 5, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Pastor Arthur Fairbrother Jr., Royal Ridge Church of God. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Kimberley C. Rosen of Hancock County. 
Reading of the Journal of Wednesday, January 4, 2017. 
Doctor of the day, Maggie Bordeau D.O. of Biddeford. 
_________________________________ 
Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Thursday, January 5, 2017 
Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator MASON of 
Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 9 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until 
Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 10:00 in the morning. 
_________________________________ 
PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE 
House Papers 
(1-1)  Bill "An Act To Prevent Bad Faith Assertions of Patent Infringement" 
H.P. 4  L.D. 2 
Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY and ordered printed. 
_________________________________ 
(1-2)  Bill "An Act To Grant Plantations the Power To Control Consumer Fireworks" 
(EMERGENCY) 
H.P. 5  L.D. 3 
Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL 
GOVERNMENT and ordered printed. 
_________________________________ 
(1-3)  Bill "An Act To Repeal the Law Regulating Reflective and Tinted Glass in Automobiles" 
H.P. 3  L.D. 1 
Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on TRANSPORTATION and ordered 
printed. 
_________________________________
An Act To Provide a Career and Technical Education Training Option for Plumbers S.P. 16 L.D. 37
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0019
Committee: LABOR, COMMERCE, RESEARCH AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Sponsors: MILLETT, JACKSON, KORNFIELD, BREEN, CARPENTER, CHENETTE, DESCHAMBAULT, DIAMOND, LIBBY, DAUGHTRY, PIERCE

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
4th Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Tuesday, January 10, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Pastor Glenn Peterson, Hope Baptist Church. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Scott W. Cyrway of Kennebec County. 
Reading of the Journal of Thursday, January 5, 2017. 
Doctor of the day, Connie Adler, M.D. of Chesterville. 
_________________________________ 
Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Tuesday, January 10, 2017 
(3-14)  Bill "An Act To Provide a Career and Technical Education Training Option for 
Plumbers" 
S.P. 16  L.D. 37 
Presented by Senator MILLETT of Cumberland. 
Cosponsored by Representative KORNFIELD of Bangor and Senators: BREEN of Cumberland, 
CARPENTER of Aroostook, CHENETTE of York, DESCHAMBAULT of York, DIAMOND of 
Cumberland, LIBBY of Androscoggin, Representatives: DAUGHTRY of Brunswick, PIERCE 
of Falmouth. 
Committee on LABOR, COMMERCE, RESEARCH AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 
suggested and ordered printed. 
_________________________________ 
(3-15)  Bill "An Act Concerning the Ownership of a Causeway on Long Lake near St. Agatha" 
S.P. 25  L.D. 45 
Presented by Senator JACKSON of Aroostook. 
Cosponsored by Representative MARTIN of Sinclair. 
Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT suggested and ordered printed. 
_________________________________ 
ORDERS 
Joint Orders 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 19 
ORDERED, the House concurring, that the Joint Rules be amended by amending Joint Rule 
215, subsection 1 as follows: 
1. Calling of United States Constitutional Convention a Convention for Proposing 
Amendments.  An item requesting the calling of a United States Constitutional Convention 
applying to Congress for the calling of a convention for proposing an amendment or amendments 
to the United States Constitution requires a 2/3 majority vote of the members present in each 
chamber; 
_________________________________
An Act To Eliminate Retirement Benefits and Paid Health Insurance for Legislators Elected after 2017 H.P. 18 L.D. 17
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0027
Committee: APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
5th Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Wednesday, January 11, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Reverend Mark Wilson, First Congregational Church, UCC. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Rebecca J. Millett of Cumberland County. 
Reading of the Journal of Tuesday, January 10, 2017. 
Doctor of the day, Frederick C. Goggans, M.D. of Camden. 
_________________________________ 
Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Wednesday, January 11, 2017 
Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator MASON of 
Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 27 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until 
Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at 10:00 in the morning. 
_________________________________ 
PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE 
House Papers 
(1-1)  Bill "An Act To Eliminate Retirement Benefits and Paid Health Insurance for Legislators 
Elected after 2017" 
H.P. 18  L.D. 17 
Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered 
printed. 
Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL 
GOVERNMENT. 
_________________________________ 
(1-2)  Bill "An Act To Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue To Fund Equipment for Career and 
Technical Education Centers" 
H.P. 33  L.D. 47 
Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND 
FINANCIAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed. 
_________________________________
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0007

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
1st Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Wednesday, December 7, 2016. 
Pursuant to the Provisions of the Constitution and the laws of the State of Maine, the Senators-
elect of the One-Hundred and Twenty-eighth Legislature convened in the Senate Chamber  and 
were called to order by Heather J.R. Priest, Secretary of the Senate of the One-Hundred and 
Twenty-seventh Legislature. 
Prayer by Pastor Justin Thacker, Praise Assembly of God in Rumford. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator-elect Dana L. Dow of Lincoln County. 
National Anthem performed by the Samuel L. Wagner Middle School Show Choir of Winterport 
Doctors of the day, Charles Pattavina, M.D. of Winterport & Lisa Gouldsbrough D.O. of 
Biddeford. 
Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Wednesday, December 7, 2016 
(4-13)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 4 
Ordered, the House concurring, that all printing and binding authorized by the Legislature shall 
be under the direction of the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House. 
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(4-14)  On motion by Senator CUSHING of Penobscot, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 5 
Ordered, the House concurring, that the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House 
purchase such services, supplies and equipment as may be needed to carry on the business of the 
Senate and House, respectively. 
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(4-15)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 6 
Ordered, the House concurring, that a sufficient number of the Legislative Record for the 128th 
Legislature be printed, one copy for each of the members of the Senate and the House of 
Representatives who so desires, the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House.  The 
remainder to be deposited with the State Law Librarian for exchange and library use; and be it 
further 
Ordered, that a suitable index be prepared for such Legislative Record, under the direction of the 
Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House. 
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(4-16)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 7 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the House and Senate adjourn, they do so until 
Wednesday, January 4, 2017, at 10:00 the morning. 
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An Act To Allow Municipal Governing Boards of 3 Members To Perform Official Duties via Technology H.P. 57 L.D. 70
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0061
Committee: AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY and

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
7th Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Thursday, January 19, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Pastor Michael Richards, Falmouth Congregational Church, UCC in Falmouth. 
Posting of the Colors by Loring Job Corps Honor Guard in Limestone 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Joyce A. Maker of Washington County. 
Reading of the Journal of Tuesday, January 17, 2017. 
Doctor of the day, Marshall Chamberlin, M.D. of Sanford. 
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Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Thursday, January 19, 2017 
Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator MASON of 
Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 61 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until 
Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at 10:00 in the morning. 
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PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE 
Non-Concurrent Matter 
(1-1)  Bill "An Act To Allow Municipal Governing Boards of 3 Members To Perform Official 
Duties via Technology" 
H.P. 57  L.D. 70 
In Senate, January 11, 2017, REFERRED to the Committee on STATE AND LOCAL 
GOVERNMENT in NON-CONCURRENCE. 
Comes from the House, that Body having INSISTED on its former action whereby the Bill was 
REFERRED to the Committee on JUDICIARY in NON-CONCURRENCE. 
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House Papers 
(1-2)  Bill "An Act To Make Changes to the Potato Marketing Improvement Fund" 
H.P. 92  L.D. 124 
Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on AGRICULTURE, 
CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY and ordered printed. 
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(1-3)  Bill "An Act To Expand the 1998 Special Retirement Plan To Include Detectives in the 
Office of Investigations within the Department of the Secretary of State, Bureau of Motor 
Vehicles" 
H.P. 67  L.D. 99
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0081
Sponsors: BLACK, VITELLI

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
8th Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Tuesday, January 24, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Reverend Jane Field, Maine Council of Churches in Portland. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Susan A. Deschambault of York County. 
Reading of the Journal of Thursday, January 19, 2017. 
Doctor of the day, Julie Grosvenor, M.D., of East Waterboro. 
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Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Tuesday, January 24, 2017 
(4-6)  Harlan Clemens, of Chesterville, who has received a Spirit of America Award.  The Spirit 
of America Foundation was established to encourage and promote volunteerism, and the award is 
presented to honor local individuals, organizations or projects in appreciation of community 
service.  We send our congratulations to Mr. Clemens on his receiving this award; 
SLS 40 
Sponsored by Senator SAVIELLO of Franklin. 
Cosponsored by Representative: BLACK of Wilton. 
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Joint Resolution 
(4-7)  On motion by Senator VITELLI of Sagadahoc, the following Joint Resolution: 
S.P. 81 
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IN THE YEAR OF OUR LORD 
TWO THOUSAND AND SEVENTEEN 
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JOINT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JANUARY 27TH 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 27, 2017 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 2016, these volunteers helped Maine residents save more than $3,500,000 in 
tax filing fees and claim over $5,200,000 in earned income tax credits, returning over 
$21,200,000 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 First Regular Session, on behalf of the people we represent, take this 
opportunity to recognize January 27, 2017 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 Require the Reporting of Animal Cruelty or Neglect H.P. 115 L.D. 157
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0082
Committee: AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY and

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
9th Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Thursday, January 26, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Reverend Deril Stubenrod of Clinton. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator James M. Hamper of Oxford County. 
Reading of the Journals of Thursday, January 19, 2017 and Tuesday, January 24, 2017. 
Doctor of the day, Lisa Ryan, D.O. of Naples. 
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Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Thursday, January 26, 2017 
Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator MASON of 
Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 82 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until 
Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 10:00 in the morning. 
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PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE 
House Papers 
(1-1)  Bill "An Act To Require the Reporting of Animal Cruelty or Neglect" 
H.P. 115  L.D. 157 
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 Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue for Maine's Community Colleges" 
H.P. 97  L.D. 139 
Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND 
FINANCIAL AFFAIRS and ordered printed. 
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(1-3)  Bill "An Act Regarding Bringing Certain Criminal Charges" 
H.P. 99  L.D. 141 
(1-4)  Bill "An Act To Establish a Statewide Sexual Assault Forensic Examination Kit Tracking 
System" 
H.P. 100  L.D. 142 
(1-5)  Bill "An Act To Support Sexual Assault Survivors" 
H.P. 125  L.D. 169 
Come from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND 
PUBLIC SAFETY and ordered printed. 
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Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0087

ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-EIGHTH LEGISLATURE 
SENATE ADVANCED JOURNAL AND CALENDAR 
Thursday, January 26, 2017 
SUPPLEMENT NO. 3 
ORDERS 
Joint Order 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator MASON of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 87 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the House and Senate 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 possible objections of the Governor. 
READ and PASSED. 
Sent down for concurrence. 
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An Act Regarding Transportation of Methadone Patients H.P. 111 L.D. 153
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0131
Committee: TRANSPORTATION

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
11th Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Thursday, February 2, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Pastor John Kelly, Providence Baptist Church in Fort Kent. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Susan A. Deschambault of York County. 
Reading of the Journal of Tuesday, January 31, 2017. 
Doctor of the day, Marguerite Pennoyer, M.D., of Scarborough . 
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Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Thursday, February 2, 2017 
Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator MASON of 
Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 131 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until 
Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at 10:00 in the morning. 
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PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE 
Non-Concurrent Matter 
(1-1)  Bill "An Act Regarding Transportation of Methadone Patients" 
H.P. 111  L.D. 153 
Committee on TRANSPORTATION suggested and ordered printed. 
In Senate, January 26, 2017, REFERRED to the Committee on TRANSPORTATION in 
NON-CONCURRENCE. 
Comes from the House, that Body having INSISTED on its former action whereby the Bill was 
REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES. 
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House Paper 
(1-2)  Resolve, To Authorize the Transfer of State-owned Property to the Town of St. Agatha 
H.P. 109  L.D. 151 
Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT suggested and ordered printed. 
Comes from the House, REFERRED to the Committee on AGRICULTURE, 
CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY. 
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An Act To Amend the Exemption for Highway Contractors and Subcontractors under the Arborist Licensing Laws H.P. 310 L.D. 430
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0180
Committee: LABOR, COMMERCE, RESEARCH AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
15th Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Thursday, February 16, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Senator Paul T. Davis Sr. of Piscataquis. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Andre E. Cushing, III of Penobscot County. 
Reading of the Journal of Tuesday, February 14, 2017. 
Doctor of the day, Patrick Keaney, M.D. of Yarmouth. 
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Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Thursday, February 16, 2017 
Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator MASON of 
Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 180 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the House and Senate adjourn they do so until 
Tuesday, February 28, 2017, at 10:00 in the morning. 
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Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator CUSHING of Penobscot, 
the following Senate Order: 
S.O. 14 
Ordered, that a message be sent to the House of Representatives proposing a Convention of the 
two branches of the Legislature be held at 4:45 this afternoon in the Hall of the House for the 
purpose of welcoming the Honorable Leigh Ingalls Saufley, Chief Justice of the Supreme 
Judicial Court, the Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court, and members of the Judiciary, and 
request the Chief Justice make such communication as pleases her. 
PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE 
Non-Concurrent Matter 
(1-1)  Bill "An Act To Amend the Exemption for Highway Contractors and Subcontractors under 
the Arborist Licensing Laws" 
H.P. 310  L.D. 430 
Committee on LABOR, COMMERCE, RESEARCH AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 
suggested and ordered printed. 
In Senate, February 7, 2017, on motion by Senator VOLK of Cumberland, REFERRED to the 
Committee on LABOR, COMMERCE, RESEARCH AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 
in NON-CONCURRENCE. 
Comes from the House, that Body having INSISTED on its former action whereby the Bill was 
REFERRED to the Committee on AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY. 
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An Act Regarding Final Enactment of the State Budget" (EMERGENCY) H.P. 366 L.D. 522
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0270
Committee: APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS and

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
17th Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Thursday, March 2, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Father Peter Day, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Lewiston. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Nathan L. Libby of Androscoggin County. 
Reading of the Journal of Tuesday, February 28, 2017. 
Doctor of the day, Craig Curtis, M.D. of Dedham. 
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Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Thursday, March 2, 2017 
Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator MASON of 
Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 270 
Ordered, the House concurring, that when the Senate and House adjourn, they do so until 
Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at 10:00 in the morning. 
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Out of order and under suspension of the Rules, on motion by Senator CUSHING of Penobscot, 
the following Senate Order: 
S.O. 15 
Ordered, that a message be sent to the House of Representatives proposing a Convention of the 
two branches of the Legislature be held at 10:45 this morning, in the Hall of the House for the 
purpose of welcoming the Honorable James Page, Chancellor of the University of Maine 
System, the Honorable Derek Langhauser, President of the Maine Community College System 
and the Honorable Dr. William J. Brennan, President of the Maine Maritime Academy and 
request that they make such communication as please them. 
PAPERS FROM THE HOUSE 
Non-Concurrent Matter 
(1-1)  Bill "An Act Regarding Final Enactment of the State Budget" (EMERGENCY) 
H.P. 366  L.D. 522 
In Senate, February 16, 2017, on motion by Senator DAVIS of Piscataquis, REFERRED to the 
Committee on STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT in NON-CONCURRENCE. 
Comes from the House, that Body having INSISTED on its former action whereby the Bill was 
REFERRED to the Committee on APPROPRIATIONS AND FINANCIAL AFFAIRS and 
ordered printed. 
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An Act To Streamline the Gaming Permit Process for Veterans' Organizations S.P. 279 L.D. 833
Maine Legislature, Session 128, LD 0293
Committee: VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS
Sponsors: DAVIS, SAVIELLO, DOW, LANGLEY, LIBBY

One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Legislature 
Advance Journal and Calendar 
18th Legislative Day 
In Senate Chamber, Tuesday, March 7, 2017. 
Senate called to Order by President Michael D. Thibodeau of Waldo County. 
Prayer by Pastor Brian Kline, Lighthouse Baptist Church in Farmingdale. 
Pledge of Allegiance led by Senator Mark N. Dion of Cumberland County. 
Reading of the Journal of Thursday, March 2, 2017. 
Doctor of the day, Kenneth Christian, M.D. of Holden. 
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Michael D. Thibodeau 
Senate President 
http://legislature.maine.gov/senate
Heather J.R. Priest 
Secretary of the Senate 
Tuesday, March 7, 2017 
(3-28)  Bill "An Act To Streamline the Gaming Permit Process for Veterans' Organizations" 
S.P. 279  L.D. 833 
Presented by Senator DAVIS of Piscataquis. 
(3-29)  Bill "An Act To Establish a Minimum Payment for Signatures Gathered by Maine 
Citizens for Referendums" 
S.P. 283  L.D. 883 
Presented by Senator SAVIELLO of Franklin. 
Cosponsored by Senator: DOW of Lincoln. 
Committee on VETERANS AND LEGAL AFFAIRS suggested and ordered printed. 
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ORDERS 
Joint Orders 
(4-1)  On motion by Senator LANGLEY of Hancock, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 293 
ORDERED, the House concurring, that the Joint Standing Committee on Education and 
Cultural Affairs shall report out, to the Senate, a bill regarding attainment of certain goals for 
postsecondary education of the work force. 
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(4-2)  On motion by Senator LIBBY of Androscoggin, the following Joint Order: 
S.P. 294 
WHEREAS, historically, Maine has been world-renowned for its hard-working people, its 
enviable quality of life and its production of high-quality products; and 
WHEREAS, for generations, citizens of the State had jobs in industries such as logging, 
shipbuilding, papermaking, textiles, manufacturing, farming and fishing that allowed workers to 
live and raise families in the State; and