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35-A ME Rev Stat § 9407 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 7: TELECOMMUNICATIONS|Chapter 94-A: CONNECTIVITY INFRASTRUCTURE|35-A §9407. Tax exemptions; taxable bonds

 §9407. Tax exemptions; taxable bonds 1.  Bonds exempt from taxation.  Bonds of the authority constitute a proper public purpose and the bonds, their transfer and the income from them, including any profits made on their sale, must at all times be exempt from taxation within the State, whether or not those bonds, their transfer or the income from them, including any profits made on their sale, are subject to taxation under the United States Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).] 2.  Conveyances, leases, mortgages, deeds of trust and trust indentures exempt from taxation.  Conveyances by or to the authority and leases, mortgages and deeds of trust or trust indentures by or to the authority are exempt from all taxation by the State or any of its political subdivisions, including, but not limited to, any applicable license, excise or other taxes imposed in respect of the privilege of engaging in any of the activities in which the authority may engage.   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).] 3.  Property exempt from taxation and other assessments.  Property acquired, held or transferred by the authority is exempt from all taxes and from betterments and special assessments of the city, town, county, State or any political subdivision of the State. The authority may agree to make payments in lieu of taxes to the applicable political subdivisions.   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).] 4.  Taxable bonds.  The authority is authorized to agree and consent to the inclusion of interest on any of its bonds, under the United States Internal Revenue Code of 1986 or any subsequent corresponding internal revenue law of the United States, in the gross income of the holders of any such bonds to the same extent and in the same manner that the interest on bills, bonds, notes or other obligations of the United States is includable in the gross income of the holders of such bills, bonds, notes or other obligations under the United States Internal Revenue Code of 1986 or any such subsequent law.   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 9408 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 7: TELECOMMUNICATIONS|Chapter 94-A: CONNECTIVITY INFRASTRUCTURE|35-A §9408. Collection of data

 §9408. Collection of data Subject to the provisions of this section, the authority may collect data from communications service providers and any wireless providers that own or operate advanced communications technology infrastructure in the State concerning infrastructure deployment and costs, revenues and subscribership.   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).]1.  Confidential information.  If the authority, on its own or upon request of any person or entity, determines that public access to specific information about communications service providers or wireless providers in the State could compromise the security of public utility systems to the detriment of the public interest or that specific information is of a competitive or proprietary nature, the authority shall issue an order that sets forth its designation of the information as confidential. Information that may be designated as confidential pursuant to this subsection includes, but is not limited to, network diagrams. The authority may designate information as confidential under this subsection only to the minimum extent necessary to protect the public interest and the legitimate competitive or proprietary interests of a communications service provider or a wireless provider. The authority may not designate any information as confidential under this subsection until it has adopted rules to implement this subsection.   Information designated as confidential under this subsection is not a public record under Title 1, section 402, subsection 3.   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).] 2.  Protection of information.  A communications service provider or a wireless provider may request that information provided to the authority that the provider requests be designated as confidential under subsection 1 not be viewed by those members of the authority who could gain a competitive advantage from viewing the information. Upon such a request, the authority shall ensure that the information provided is viewed only by those members of the authority and staff who do not stand to gain a competitive advantage and that there are adequate safeguards to protect that information from members of the authority who could gain a competitive advantage from viewing the information.   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 9409 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 7: TELECOMMUNICATIONS|Chapter 94-A: CONNECTIVITY INFRASTRUCTURE|35-A §9409. Legislative oversight; report to committee

 §9409. Legislative oversight; report to committee 1.  Annual report.  No later than January 15, 2022, and annually thereafter, the authority shall provide a report to the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over utilities matters that:   A. Includes a report on the budget of the authority;   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).]B. Documents the activities of the authority, including a detailed description of the progress toward the state connectivity goals in section 9403;   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).]C. Contains a listing of any investments of money in the authority, while maintaining confidentiality for organizations working with the authority; and   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).]D. Contains an analysis of the availability of communications services and advanced communications technology infrastructure, including an analysis of the competitive market in the State for communications services and advanced communications technology infrastructure and whether the communications services provided in the State are reasonably comparable to services provided regionally and nationwide.   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).][PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).] 2.  Sunset review.  As part of the report required under subsection 1 to be submitted to the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over utilities matters no later than January 15, 2030, the authority shall include findings and recommendations following its review of the effectiveness of the authority in furthering the purposes of this chapter, including:   A. An analysis of whether the authority has fulfilled its intended purpose under this chapter;   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).]B. An analysis of whether the activities of the authority should continue for a specified period of time and any recommendations, including proposed legislation, for changes to the powers and duties of the authority to better further the purposes of this chapter; and   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).]C. An analysis of whether the activities of the authority should be terminated and the laws governing the authority repealed within a specified time frame and any recommendations, including proposed legislation, necessary to facilitate an orderly transition following the termination of activities of the authority, including the appropriate disposition of the assets of the authority.   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).][PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).] After receiving a report under this section, the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over utilities matters may report out legislation relating to the authority.   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 9410 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 7: TELECOMMUNICATIONS|Chapter 94-A: CONNECTIVITY INFRASTRUCTURE|35-A §9410. Liberal construction

 §9410. Liberal construction This chapter, being necessary for the welfare of the State and its inhabitants, must be liberally construed. In the event of any conflict between this chapter and any other law, this chapter prevails, but the power and authority granted is deemed to be in addition to and not in derogation of power and authority granted by any other law.   [PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2021, c. 364, §3 (NEW).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10001 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 95: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|35-A §10001. Provision of public information (REPEALED)

 §10001. Provision of public information (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 2003, c. 644, §9 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §9 (RP). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §10 (AFF).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10002 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 95: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|35-A §10002. Training for installers of solar equipment (REPEALED)

 §10002. Training for installers of solar equipment (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 2003, c. 644, §9 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §9 (RP). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §10 (AFF).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10003 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 95: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|35-A §10003. Training for energy auditors (REPEALED)

 §10003. Training for energy auditors (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 2003, c. 644, §9 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §9 (RP). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §10 (AFF).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10004 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 95: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|35-A §10004. Federal energy programs (REPEALED)

 §10004. Federal energy programs (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 2003, c. 644, §9 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §9 (RP). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §10 (AFF).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10005 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 95: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|35-A §10005. Energy Conservation Small Business Revolving Loan Program; Energy Conservation Small Business Revolving Loan Fund (REPEALED)

 §10005. Energy Conservation Small Business Revolving Loan Program; Energy Conservation Small Business Revolving Loan Fund (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 2003, c. 644, §9 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §9 (RP). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §10 (AFF).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10006 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 95: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|35-A §10006. Energy efficiency of rental properties (REPEALED)

 §10006. Energy efficiency of rental properties (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 2005, c. 534, §2 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §9 (RP). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §10 (AFF).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10007 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 95: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|35-A §10007. Maine Energy Conservation Board (REPEALED)

 §10007. Maine Energy Conservation Board (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 2007, c. 317, §14 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §9 (RP). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §10 (AFF).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10008 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 95: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|35-A §10008. Energy and Carbon Savings Trust (REPEALED)

 §10008. Energy and Carbon Savings Trust (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 2007, c. 317, §15 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 608, §§1, 2 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 695, Pt. A, §42 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 200, §§1, 2 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 329, Pt. A, §5 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §9 (RP). PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. A, §10 (AFF).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10101 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 97: EFFICIENCY MAINE TRUST ACT|35-A §10101. Short title

 §10101. Short title This chapter may be known and cited as "the Efficiency Maine Trust Act."   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10105 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 97: EFFICIENCY MAINE TRUST ACT|35-A §10105. Powers, duties and limitations

 §10105. Powers, duties and limitations 1.  Funds.  The trust shall administer programs and funds in accordance with this chapter and other applicable laws.   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).] 2.  Efficiency Maine projects; bonds.  The board shall propose, develop and approve revenue bond projects as Efficiency Maine projects under Title 10, section 963‑A, subsection 10‑A.   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).] 3.  Bylaws.  The trust shall adopt bylaws, through the board, consistent with this section for the governance of its affairs.   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).] 4.  Purchasing agent rules.  Notwithstanding Title 5, section 1831, the trust is not subject to rules adopted by the State Purchasing Agent in selecting service providers pursuant to this chapter. The trust shall consider delivery of programs by means of contracts with service providers that participate in competitive bid processes for providing services within individual market segments or for particular end uses.   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).] 5.  Rules.  The board shall adopt rules for establishing and administering the trust and its programs. These rules must include:   A. Provisions for the expenditure of trust funds, including, but not limited to, the development of program budgets, criteria for energy efficiency and conservation programs and other consumer benefit programs, the process for project selection and approval, minimum requirements for project monitoring and verification and the cost-effectiveness tests to be used for measuring and comparing program benefits and costs; and   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).]B. Provisions for the independent evaluation of program expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness of projects to improve energy efficiency or to reduce greenhouse gases.   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).]Rules adopted pursuant to this subsection are routine technical rules pursuant to Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2‑A.   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).] 6.  Self-dealing prohibited.  In the operation or dissolution of the trust, no part of the net earnings of the trust may benefit any trustee, officer or employee except that the trust may pay reasonable compensation for services rendered and otherwise hold, manage and dispose of its property in furtherance of the purposes of the trust.   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).] 7.  Recommendations; advisory groups.  The trust may make recommendations to the Governor, the Legislature and other public officials regarding energy efficiency, weatherization and renewable energy programs. The trust may establish technical advisory groups as needed for the purposes of gathering technical knowledge on any aspect of energy conservation or policy.   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10107 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 97: EFFICIENCY MAINE TRUST ACT|35-A §10107. Conflicts of interest; financial disclosure statements

 §10107. Conflicts of interest; financial disclosure statements Each trustee is an "executive employee" for purposes of Title 5, sections 18, 18-A and 19. A trustee or employee of the trust or a spouse or dependent child of any of those individuals may not receive any direct personal benefit from the activities of the trust in assisting any private entity. This section does not prohibit corporations or other entities with which a trustee is associated by reason of ownership or employment from participating in program activities with the trust if ownership or employment is made known to the board and the trustee abstains from voting on matters relating to that participation.   [PL 2009, c. 518, §9 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 518, §9 (AMD).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10108 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 97: EFFICIENCY MAINE TRUST ACT|35-A §10108. Liability

 §10108. Liability 1.  Bond.  All officers, directors, employees and other agents of the trust entrusted with the custody of funds of the trust or authorized to disburse the funds of the trust must be bonded either by a blanket bond or by individual bonds with a minimum limitation of $100,000 coverage for each person covered by the bond or bonds, or equivalent fiduciary liability insurance, conditioned upon the faithful performance of their duties. The premiums for the bond or bonds must be paid out of the assets of the trust.   [PL 2011, c. 637, §5 (NEW).] 2.  Indemnification.  Each trustee must be indemnified by the trust against expenses actually and necessarily incurred by the trustee in connection with the defense of any action or proceeding in which the trustee is made a party by reason of being or having been a trustee and against any final judgment rendered against the trustee in that action or proceeding.   [PL 2011, c. 637, §5 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 637, §5 (RPR).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10112 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 97: EFFICIENCY MAINE TRUST ACT|35-A §10112. Solar and wind energy rebate program (REPEALED)

 §10112. Solar and wind energy rebate program (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW). MRSA T. 35-A §10112, sub-§7 (RP).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10113 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 97: EFFICIENCY MAINE TRUST ACT|35-A §10113. Training for installers of energy equipment

 §10113. Training for installers of energy equipment 1.  Installation training.  To the extent that funds and resources allow, the trust may establish training programs for installers of energy equipment that most effectively meet the needs of the public. The trust:   A. May develop separate programs for different energy technologies or services when the trust determines that the skills or training for the installation of those technologies or services merit the distinction;   [PL 2021, c. 209, §6 (AMD).]A-1. May offer training programs to code enforcement officers, inspectors or other professionals involved in designing, marketing, regulating or educating about energy equipment;   [PL 2021, c. 209, §6 (NEW).]A-2. May offer training programs to contractors or other professionals involved in designing, installing or constructing energy efficiency, weatherization or other building performance measures for homes and businesses;   [PL 2021, c. 209, §6 (NEW).]B. Shall confer with relevant professional licensing boards and the Technical Building Codes and Standards Board under Title 10, section 9722 when it develops the course content and requirements;   [PL 2021, c. 209, §6 (AMD).]C. Shall determine the content of the training, the hours required for course completion and the manner in which applicants must demonstrate proficiency in energy equipment installation;   [PL 2021, c. 209, §6 (AMD).]D. May issue a certificate of completion to individuals who meet the requirements the trust has established;   [PL 2021, c. 209, §6 (AMD).]E. May establish reasonable course fees. All fees must be paid to the trust to be used for the purposes of this section;   [PL 2021, c. 209, §6 (AMD).]F. Shall determine terms for the expiration and renewal of an applicant's certificate of completion; and   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).]G. Shall determine an appropriate means of maintaining recognition of the training received by persons holding certificates issued pursuant to former section 10002 or former Title 32, chapter 87.   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).][PL 2021, c. 209, §6 (AMD).] 2.  Qualifications for installing energy equipment.  A certificate of completion issued by the trust pursuant to subsection 1 does not exempt the holder from any applicable licensing requirements for activities involved in installing energy equipment, including but not limited to licensing requirements established in Title 32, chapter 17 or 49.   [PL 2021, c. 209, §6 (AMD).] 3.  Effective date.  This section takes effect July 1, 2010.   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW). PL 2021, c. 209, §6 (AMD).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10114 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 97: EFFICIENCY MAINE TRUST ACT|35-A §10114. Training for energy auditors

 §10114. Training for energy auditors 1.  Auditor training.  To the extent that funds and resources allow, the trust shall set standards for training programs for energy auditors that most effectively meet the needs of the public and that satisfy the requirements of funding sources. For the purposes of this subsection, an energy auditor is a person who is trained to prepare a report that delineates the energy consumption characteristics of a building, identifies appropriate energy efficiency operations and maintenance procedures and recommends appropriate energy efficiency measures. The trust:   A. May develop separate programs for audits of different building types and functions when the trust determines that the skills or training needed to perform these audits merit the distinction;   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).]B. Shall determine the content of the training, the hours required for course completion and the manner in which applicants must demonstrate proficiency in energy auditing;   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).]C. Shall issue a certificate of completion to individuals who meet the requirements the trust has established;   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).]D. May establish reasonable course fees. All fees collected by the trust must be used for the purposes of this section;   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).]E. Shall determine terms for the expiration and renewal of an applicant's certificate of completion;   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).]F. Shall determine an appropriate means of maintaining recognition of the training received by persons holding a certification;   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).]G. Shall work with state agencies and other interested parties to establish certification standards for energy auditors who perform work under programs administered by the trust; and   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).]H. Shall recognize other established training programs that offer certification consistent with the trust's energy auditor training standards.   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).][PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).] 2.  Effective date.  This section takes effect July 1, 2010.   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).
35-A ME Rev Stat § 10115 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 35-A: PUBLIC UTILITIES|Part 8: ENERGY EFFICIENCY|Chapter 97: EFFICIENCY MAINE TRUST ACT|35-A §10115. Federal energy programs

 §10115. Federal energy programs 1.  Programs.  The trust shall oversee and administer:   A. The United States Department of Energy State Energy Program; and   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).]B. Other federally funded programs and projects related to trust programs.   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).][PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).] 2.  Effective date.  This section takes effect July 1, 2010.   [PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW).] 3.  Use of funds.  All funds received pursuant to this section must be expended in accordance with the requirements of sections 10103, 10104 and 10105, unless specifically prohibited by federal law or regulation. Funds to be expended for programs or projects related to weatherization and energy-efficient use of fossil fuels for heating must be deposited in the Heating Fuels Efficiency and Weatherization Fund established in section 10119 and expended in accordance with that section. The trust may transfer any federal funds received pursuant to 42 United States Code, Sections 6321 to 6326 (2009) to the appropriate state agency as it considers necessary to the extent that such funds are designated for a purpose that falls outside the energy efficiency and alternative energy programs that the trust oversees and administers.   [PL 2009, c. 518, §11 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2009, c. 372, Pt. B, §3 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 518, §11 (AMD).