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5 ME Rev Stat § 19203-B (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 501: MEDICAL CONDITIONS|5 §19203-B. Anonymous testing sites

 §19203-B. Anonymous testing sites The Department of Health and Human Services may designate or establish certification and approval standards for and support anonymous testing sites where an individual may request an HIV test under conditions which ensure anonymity.   [PL 1987, c. 539 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §6 (REV).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 539 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 689, §B6 (REV).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19203-E (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 501: MEDICAL CONDITIONS|5 §19203-E. HIV test after conviction for sexual assault (REPEALED)

 §19203-E. HIV test after conviction for sexual assault (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1991, c. 803, §3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 391, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 319, §3 (RP).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19203-F (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 501: MEDICAL CONDITIONS|5 §19203-F. HIV test after conviction for sexual assault

 §19203-F. HIV test after conviction for sexual assault 1.  Definitions.  As used in this section, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   A. "Convicted offender" means a person who has been convicted of a sexual crime or, in the case of a juvenile, a person who has been adjudicated as having committed a sexual crime.   [PL 1995, c. 319, §4 (NEW).]B. "Incapacitated adult" means an adult who is impaired by reason of mental illness, mental deficiency, physical illness or disability to the extent that the individual lacks sufficient understanding or capacity to make or communicate responsible decisions concerning that individual.   [PL 1995, c. 319, §4 (NEW).]C. "Sexual crime" means a crime involving a sexual act, as defined in Title 17‑A, section 251, subsection 1, paragraph C, subparagraph (1).   [PL 1995, c. 319, §4 (NEW).][PL 1995, c. 319, §4 (NEW).] 2.  Request for testing.  A person who is the victim of a sexual crime, or that person's parent, guardian or authorized representative if that person is a minor or incapacitated adult, may petition the court at any time prior to sentencing or no later than 180 days after conviction to order the convicted offender to submit to HIV testing and to order that the convicted offender be informed of the test results.   [PL 1995, c. 319, §4 (NEW).] 3.  Duties of the court.  Upon receipt of the petition, the court shall order that the convicted offender obtain HIV testing conducted by or under authority of the Department of Health and Human Services and, if requested by the petitioner, that the convicted offender be informed of the test results.   [PL 1995, c. 319, §4 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §6 (REV).] 4.  Reporting and counseling.  The health care facility in which a convicted offender is tested pursuant to this section shall disclose the results of the test to the victim-witness advocate, who shall disclose the result to the petitioner. The health care facility shall, upon order of the court, disclose the results of the test to the convicted offender.   [PL 2007, c. 93, §2 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1995, c. 319, §4 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 689, §B6 (REV). PL 2007, c. 93, §2 (AMD).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19204 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 501: MEDICAL CONDITIONS|5 §19204. Restrictions upon revealing HIV test results (REPEALED)

 §19204. Restrictions upon revealing HIV test results (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 402, §A76 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 443, §2 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 539 (RPR). PL 1987, c. 811, §7 (AMD).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19204-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 501: MEDICAL CONDITIONS|5 §19204-A. Counseling new HIV cases

 §19204-A. Counseling new HIV cases Except as otherwise provided by this chapter, persons who test positive for HIV infection must be offered post-test counseling. Persons who are authorized by section 19203-C or 19203-F to receive test results after exposure must be offered counseling regarding the nature, reliability and significance of the HIV test and the confidential nature of the test. Persons offered counseling under this section may decline the offer by signing a waiver stating that counseling has been offered and is being declined.   [PL 2007, c. 93, §3 (AMD).]1.  Pretest counseling.   [PL 2007, c. 93, §3 (RP).] 2.  Post-test counseling.  "Post-test counseling" must include:   A. Personal counseling that includes, at a minimum, a discussion of:   (1) The test results and the reliability and significance of the test results. The person providing post-test counseling shall communicate the result confidentially and through personal contact;   (3) Information on good preventive practices and risk reduction plans; and   (4) Referrals for medical care and information and referrals for support services, including social, emotional support and legal services, as needed;   [PL 2007, c. 93, §3 (AMD).]B. An entry in the medical record of the person being counseled summarizing the contents of the discussion; and   [PL 2001, c. 647, §2 (AMD).]C. The offer of face-to-face counseling. If the subject of the test declines, the provider of the test may provide an alternative means of providing the information required by paragraph A.   [PL 1995, c. 404, §15 (NEW).][PL 2007, c. 93, §3 (AMD).] 3.  Preventive practices.   [PL 1987, c. 811, §8 (RP).] 4.  Referrals.   [PL 1987, c. 811, §8 (RP).] 5.  Written information to person being counseled.  To comply with the requirements of this section regarding post-test counseling, in addition to meeting the requirements of subsection 2, the provider of an HIV test shall give to the person being counseled a written document containing information on the subjects described in subsection 2, paragraph A.   [PL 2007, c. 93, §3 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 443, §2 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 539 (RPR). PL 1987, c. 811, §8 (RPR). PL 1991, c. 803, §4 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 319, §5 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 404, §15 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 625, §A15 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 647, §§1-3 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 93, §3 (AMD).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19204-B (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 501: MEDICAL CONDITIONS|5 §19204-B. Restrictions on requiring tests or results of tests

 §19204-B. Restrictions on requiring tests or results of tests 1.  Employee testing.  An employee or applicant for employment may not be required to submit to an HIV test or reveal whether the employee or applicant for employment has obtained an HIV test as a condition of employment or to maintain employment, except when based on a bona fide occupational qualification. The Maine Human Rights Commission shall enforce this subsection.   [PL 1995, c. 404, §16 (AMD).] 2.  Employee rights.  The employment status of any employee may not be affected or changed:   A. If the employee declines to be tested;   [PL 2007, c. 93, §4 (AMD).]B. If the employee testifies or assists in any proceeding under this chapter;   [PL 1987, c. 811, §9 (NEW).]C. If the employee asserts any other rights exercised in good faith pursuant to this chapter; or   [PL 1987, c. 811, §9 (NEW).]D. Because of the result of any test taken pursuant to this chapter.   [PL 1987, c. 811, §9 (NEW).][PL 2007, c. 93, §4 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 811, §9 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 161 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 404, §16 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 93, §4 (AMD).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19204-C (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 501: MEDICAL CONDITIONS|5 §19204-C. Restrictions upon revealing HIV antibody test results

 §19204-C. Restrictions upon revealing HIV antibody test results An insurer, nonprofit hospital or medical services organization, nonprofit health care plan or health maintenance organization may not request any person to reveal whether the person has obtained a test for the presence of antibodies to HIV or a test to measure the virus or to reveal the results of such tests taken prior to an application for insurance coverage.   [PL 1995, c. 404, §17 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1991, c. 3, §1 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 404, §17 (AMD).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19205 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 501: MEDICAL CONDITIONS|5 §19205. Coordination of services to persons with HIV or AIDS

 §19205. Coordination of services to persons with HIV or AIDS 1.  Policy; services.  It is the policy of the State to provide to persons who test positive for HIV or have been diagnosed as having AIDS the services of departments and agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Education, the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Corrections.   [RR 2003, c. 2, §12 (COR).] 2.  Coordination of services.  A person designated by the Commissioner of Health and Human Services shall ensure coordination of new and existing services so as to meet the needs of persons with HIV or AIDS and identify gaps in programs.   The committee established in section 12004‑I, subsection 42, shall work with the person designated in this chapter to ensure the coordination of services to meet the needs of persons with HIV or AIDS.   [PL 1995, c. 404, §19 (AMD); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §7 (REV).] 3.  Development of a client support services system.  A client support services system shall be developed to assist individuals infected with the Human Immune Deficiency Virus and to ensure that they receive necessary services. The client support service, arranged by the staff of community-based agencies, shall include, but not be limited to, assisting the individual's needs and assisting the individual with obtaining access to necessary health care, social service, housing, transportation, counseling and income maintenance services. The Department of Health and Human Services shall be responsible for providing overall direction for the development of the client support services system.   [PL 1987, c. 769, Pt. A, §34 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §6 (REV).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 402, §A76 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 443, §2 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 539 (RPR). PL 1987, c. 769, §A34 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 502, §A22 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 700, §A28 (AMD). RR 1995, c. 1, §5 (COR). PL 1995, c. 404, §§18,19 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 560, §K82 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 560, §K83 (AFF). PL 2001, c. 354, §3 (AMD). RR 2003, c. 2, §12 (COR). PL 2003, c. 689, §§B6,7 (REV).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19206 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 501: MEDICAL CONDITIONS|5 §19206. Civil liability

 §19206. Civil liability Any person violating this chapter is liable to the subject of the test for actual damages and costs plus a civil penalty of up to $1,000 for a negligent violation and up to $5,000 for an intentional violation, subject to Title 14, chapter 741.   [PL 1987, c. 811, §10 (AMD).]Any person may bring an action for injunctive relief for a violation of sections 19203 and 19204 in addition to or instead of the penalties provided in this section. The applicant for injunctive relief under this section shall not be required to give security as a condition upon the issuance of the injunction.   [PL 1987, c. 539 (RPR).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 402, §A76 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 443, §2 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 539 (RPR). PL 1987, c. 811, §10 (AMD).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19207 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 501: MEDICAL CONDITIONS|5 §19207. Civil liability (REPEALED)

 §19207. Civil liability (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 443, §2 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 539 (RP).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19208 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 501: MEDICAL CONDITIONS|5 §19208. Proceedings

 §19208. Proceedings All proceedings brought pursuant to this chapter shall be closed to the public, unless the court orders otherwise with the consent of all parties.   [PL 1987, c. 811, §11 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 811, §11 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19251 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 502: COMMUNITY-BASED AIDS ORGANIZATIONS|5 §19251. Definitions

 §19251. Definitions As used in this chapter, unless the context indicates otherwise, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §20 (NEW).]1.  Bureau.  "Bureau" means the Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Health.   [PL 1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §20 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §6 (REV).] 2.  Community-based AIDS organization.  "Community-based AIDS organization" means a nonprofit community organization whose primary purpose is to provide educational information on HIV-related illnesses, support to persons with HIV-related illnesses and assistance to families and others providing care and support to persons with HIV-related illnesses.   [PL 1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §20 (NEW).] 3.  Fiscal agent.  "Fiscal agent" means an incorporated community organization, agency or institution designated by a community-based AIDS organization and authorized by the bureau to receive and distribute grants to that community-based AIDS organization.   [PL 1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §20 (NEW).] 4.  Statewide AIDS alliance.  "Statewide AIDS alliance" means a statewide coalition of community-based AIDS organizations having at least one representative from each member organization.   [PL 1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §20 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 501, §P20 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 689, §B6 (REV).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19252 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 502: COMMUNITY-BASED AIDS ORGANIZATIONS|5 §19252. Authorization for expenditure of funds

 §19252. Authorization for expenditure of funds The bureau may make grants to community-based AIDS organizations or fiscal agents for the purposes of maintaining a statewide network of volunteer organizations that are members of a statewide AIDS alliance and supporting the work of those organizations.   [PL 1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §20 (NEW).]1.  Grants.  Grants shall be made according to rules adopted by the bureau. In order to be eligible for a grant, the applicant must match state funds, in a percentage to be determined by the bureau, from community contributions of cash or contributions in kind.   [PL 1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §20 (NEW).] 2.  Award of grants.  Grants awarded shall be based on submission to the bureau of an annual plan which includes, but is not limited to, community education, materials and ongoing operations of the organization.   [PL 1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §20 (NEW).] 3.  Distribution of grants.  Grants shall be awarded to support existing community-based AIDS organizations and to assist the establishment of new community-based AIDS organizations. The bureau shall award the first grant no later than October 1, 1989.   [PL 1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §20 (NEW).] 4.  Consultation with statewide AIDS alliance.  The bureau shall seek the advice of a statewide AIDS alliance regarding the distribution of grants before any grants are awarded.   [PL 1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §20 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 501, §P20 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19253 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 502: COMMUNITY-BASED AIDS ORGANIZATIONS|5 §19253. Fiscal agents

 §19253. Fiscal agents A fiscal agent receiving grants under this chapter shall act only in an administrative capacity to receive and distribute grant money to the nonprofit community organization, as described in the rules promulgated by the bureau for regulating the local administration of these programs.   [PL 1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §20 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 501, §P20 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19254 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 502: COMMUNITY-BASED AIDS ORGANIZATIONS|5 §19254. Rules

 §19254. Rules The bureau shall adopt rules, pursuant to the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, chapter 375, which are necessary for the implementation of this chapter including, but not limited to, program and administrative standards.   [PL 1989, c. 501, Pt. P, §20 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 501, §P20 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19301 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 503: USE OF GENETIC INFORMATION FOR EMPLOYMENT PURPOSES|5 §19301. Definitions

 §19301. Definitions As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 1997, c. 677, §1 (NEW).]1.  Genetic characteristic.  "Genetic characteristic" means any inherited gene or chromosome, or alteration of a gene or chromosome, that is scientifically or medically believed to predispose an individual to a disease, disorder or syndrome or to be associated with a statistically significant increased risk of development of a disease, disorder or syndrome.   [PL 1997, c. 677, §1 (NEW).] 2.  Genetic information.  "Genetic information" means the information concerning genes, gene products or inherited characteristics that may be obtained from an individual or family member.   [PL 1997, c. 677, §1 (NEW).] 3.  Genetic test.  "Genetic test" means a test for determining the presence or absence of an inherited genetic characteristic in an individual, including tests of nucleic acids such as deoxyribonucleic acid, or DNA, ribonucleic acid, or RNA, or mitochondrial DNA, and tests of chromosomes or proteins in order to identify a predisposing genetic characteristic.   [PL 1997, c. 677, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 677, §1 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19302 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 503: USE OF GENETIC INFORMATION FOR EMPLOYMENT PURPOSES|5 §19302. Employment discrimination on the basis of genetic information or genetic testing

 §19302. Employment discrimination on the basis of genetic information or genetic testing 1.  Discrimination prohibited.  An employer may not fail or refuse to hire, discharge or otherwise discriminate against an employee or applicant for employment with respect to the compensation, terms or conditions of employment on the basis of genetic information concerning that individual or because of the individual's refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available the results of a genetic test or on the basis that the individual received a genetic test or genetic counseling, except when based on a bona fide occupational qualification.   [PL 1997, c. 677, §1 (NEW).] 2.  Enforcement; remedies.  The Maine Human Rights Commission shall enforce this section. Violations of this section are subject to the remedies available under chapter 337, subchapters VI and VII.   [PL 1997, c. 677, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 677, §1 (NEW).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19501 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 24: PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY AGENCIES|Chapter 511: PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES|5 §19501. Policy

 §19501. Policy It is the policy of the State to ensure that the legal and human rights of all persons with disabilities residing in the State are protected through the establishment of a protection and advocacy system pursuant to 29 United States Code, Section 794(e), 42 United States Code, Section 6042 et seq., as recodified, and Section 10801 et seq.   [PL 2001, c. 357, §2 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 837, §1 (NEW). PL 2001, c. 357, §2 (AMD).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19502 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 24: PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY AGENCIES|Chapter 511: PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES|5 §19502. Designation

 §19502. Designation The Governor shall designate an agency, independent of any state or private agency that provides treatment, services or habilitation to persons with disabilities, to serve as the protection and advocacy agency for persons with disabilities.   [PL 2001, c. 357, §3 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 837, §1 (NEW). PL 2001, c. 357, §3 (AMD).
5 ME Rev Stat § 19504 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES|Part 24: PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY AGENCIES|Chapter 511: PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES|5 §19504. Organization

 §19504. Organization The protection and advocacy agency for persons with disabilities, designated by the Governor, must meet the following requirements.   [PL 1989, c. 837, §1 (NEW).]1.  Governing authority.  The agency is governed by an authority established in accordance with the following.   A. Members must be selected in accordance with the agency's policies and procedures.   [PL 1989, c. 837, §1 (NEW).]B. By October 1, 1990, membership must include the chair of the advisory council, described in subsection 2, and other individuals who represent or who are knowledgeable about the needs of the clients served by the agency.   [PL 1989, c. 837, §1 (NEW).]C. The governing authority is responsible for the planning, design, establishment of priorities and implementation and functioning of the agency, subject to the provisions of subsection 2.   [PL 1989, c. 837, §1 (NEW).][PL 1989, c. 837, §1 (NEW).] 2.  Advisory council.  The agency shall establish an advisory council with the following membership and duties.   A. The advisory council shall advise the agency on policies and priorities to be followed in carrying out the duties of the agency as the protection and advocacy agency for individuals with mental illness.   [PL 2001, c. 357, §11 (AMD).]B. Members of the advisory council must include attorneys, mental health professionals, individuals from the public who are knowledgeable about mental illness and the advocacy needs of persons with mental illness and who have demonstrated a substantial commitment to improving mental health services, a provider of mental health services, individuals who have received or who are receiving mental health services and family members of those individuals. At least 60% of the membership must consist of individuals who have received or who are receiving mental health services and family members of those individuals.   [PL 2001, c. 357, §11 (AMD).][PL 2001, c. 357, §11 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 837, §1 (NEW). PL 2001, c. 357, §11 (AMD).