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2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM › Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS › Subchapter 6: GROUP LIFE INSURANCE › 5 §18661. Termination of coverage

§18661. Termination of coverage
1.  Separation from service.
The insurance on any employee shall terminate upon his separation from service, except as extended by:
A. Provisions contained in the policy for waiver of premiums upon total and permanent disability; and   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
B. Provisions for temporary extension of coverage and conversion to an individual policy of life insurance.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
[PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
2.  Retirement.
If, on the date the insurance would otherwise terminate, the employee retires, in accordance with this Part, the United States Social Security Act or other local retirement program, the employee's basic life insurance only must be continued without cost to the employee and in the amounts provided in this subsection.
A. On retirement for reasons other than disability, an amount of basic life insurance equal to the employee's average final compensation must be continued in force at no cost to the participant, if the participant has participated in the group life insurance program for a minimum of 10 years.
(1) Except as provided in paragraph B, the initial amount of basic life insurance that continued into retirement must be reduced at the rate of 15% a year to a minimum of 40% of the initial amount of basic life insurance that continued into retirement or $2,500, whichever is greater.
(2) In determining benefits under this subchapter, the reductions become effective at 12:01 a.m. of the day following the first year anniversary of the date of retirement and each succeeding retirement anniversary thereafter until the minimum has been reached.   [PL 1993, c. 386, §6 (AMD).]
B. On retirement for disability, the amount of basic insurance in force at the time of retirement must be continued in force until normal retirement age, after which the amount must be reduced, as provided in paragraph A at no cost to the recipient. The 10-year participation requirement does not apply to recipients of disability retirement benefits.   [PL 1991, c. 480, §12 (AMD).]
C. The premiums for the coverage provided by this subsection must be paid by the participating local district which employed the participant immediately before the participant's retirement. Delinquent payments under this section may be collected as provided under section 18303, subsection 3.   [PL 1991, c. 480, §12 (NEW).]
[PL 1993, c. 386, §6 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 710, §24 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 480, §12 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 386, §6 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM › Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS › Subchapter 6: GROUP LIFE INSURANCE › 5 §18662. Participation of local districts

§18662. Participation of local districts
The employees of any local district may participate in the group life insurance program to the full extent of any and all benefits provided for in this subchapter subject to section 18655, subsections 1 and 2. The participation of these employees is governed as follows.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
1.  Minimum number.
Initially, the minimum number of persons required for a covered group is 75% of the eligible employees of a local district.
[PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
2.  Supplemental and dependent insurance.
Employees of a local district who are covered under the basic group life insurance plan are also eligible for the supplemental insurance under section 18656, subsection 2, and dependent insurance under section 18656, subsection 3, if the local district elects to adopt those benefit plans.
[PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
3.  Information required.
The chief fiscal officer of a local district shall submit to the board whatever information about the employees of the district is prescribed by the board as necessary to administer this subchapter.
[PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
4.  Pro rata cost.
The chief fiscal officer of a local district shall pay whatever pro rata cost of premiums and expenses is levied by the board.
[PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM › Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS › Subchapter 6: GROUP LIFE INSURANCE › 5 §18663. Withdrawal of local districts

§18663. Withdrawal of local districts
Any local district participating in the group life insurance program under this subchapter may withdraw from further participation by filing with the board a duly certified copy of the results of the vote of the body that would be entitled to approve participation in the Participating Local District Retirement Program under section 18201. This certification must include certification to the board that equivalent coverage has been provided.   [PL 2007, c. 491, §250 (AMD).]
1.  Continuous coverage.
In order to provide continuous coverage, withdrawal of a local district under this section is not effective until equivalent coverage is made available to current active and retired employees of the district.
[PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
2.  Effective date.
Withdrawal is effective on the last day of the last full pay period before the end of the month following the month in which the certification under subsection 1 is received by the board.
[PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 491, §250 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM › Chapter 425: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS › Subchapter 7: LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE › 5 §18701. Long-term disability insurance coverage authorized

§18701. Long-term disability insurance coverage authorized
The board may offer long-term disability insurance coverage to members and employees who choose not to become members but participate in the defined contribution plan pursuant to section 18801, subsection 1 through their employer and may contract with one or more insurance companies to provide this coverage.   [PL 2017, c. 378, §2 (NEW).]
1.  Premiums.
All premiums and any other amounts due to an insurance company or other 3rd party in connection with coverage under this subchapter must be borne by the covered person, the covered person's employer or both the covered person and the covered person's employer.
[PL 2017, c. 378, §2 (NEW).]
2.  Rules.
The board may adopt rules to implement this subchapter. Rules adopted pursuant to this subsection are routine technical rules pursuant to chapter 375, subchapter 2‑A.
[PL 2017, c. 378, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2017, c. 378, §2 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM › Chapter 427: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS CONSOLIDATED PLAN › 5 §18802. Participating Local District Advisory Committee (REPEALED)

§18802. Participating Local District Advisory Committee
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1989, c. 811, §3 (NEW). P&SL 1993, c. 67, §1 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 250, §5 (AMD). MRSA T. 5 §18802, sub-§7 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM › Chapter 427: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS CONSOLIDATED PLAN › 5 §18803. Assistance by board

§18803. Assistance by board
1.  Staff assistance.
The board may authorize the retirement system staff to give assistance to the advisory committee.
[PL 1989, c. 811, §3 (NEW).]
2.  Expenses.
The board may authorize the payment of necessary expenses incurred in the operation of the advisory committee from the funds allocated for that purpose based upon a budget submitted by the advisory committee.
[PL 1989, c. 811, §3 (NEW).]
3.  Duties of the board.
Nothing in this chapter alters the duties of the board to administer the retirement plan of participating local districts.
[PL 1989, c. 811, §3 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1989, c. 811, §3 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM › Chapter 427: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS CONSOLIDATED PLAN › 5 §18805. Chief fiscal officer

§18805. Chief fiscal officer
The chief fiscal officer of a participating local district, in order to assist in the administration of the retirement system shall:   [PL 1989, c. 811, §3 (NEW).]
1.  Information.
Submit to the board whatever information the board prescribes about the employees of the participating local district relating to participation in the plan; and
[PL 1989, c. 811, §3 (NEW).]
2.  Duties.
Cause to be performed whatever duties the board prescribes, with respect to the employees of the participating local district.
[PL 1989, c. 811, §3 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1989, c. 811, §3 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 20: STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM › Chapter 427: PARTICIPATING LOCAL DISTRICTS CONSOLIDATED PLAN › 5 §18806. Alternative benefits

§18806. Alternative benefits
The plan adopted under section 18801 may include benefits provided by this section.   [PL 1989, c. 811, §3 (NEW).]
1.  Districts with employees covered by the Social Security Act.
A participating local district with employees covered by the United States Social Security Act may provide service retirement benefits for employees not covered by a special plan that equal 1% of the member's average final compensation multiplied by the number of years of membership service. The board shall establish by rule the rate at which members covered by this benefit shall contribute to the Participating Local District Retirement Program.
[PL 2015, c. 385, §11 (AMD).]
2.  Defined contribution plan.
A participating local district may provide for the participation of its employees who are members of the Participating Local District Retirement Program under this chapter, in a defined contribution plan that is part of the consolidated plan provided by section 18801. Employees who choose not to become members under section 18801, subsection 1, paragraph D may also participate in the defined contribution plan.
[PL 2007, c. 491, §254 (AMD).]
3.  Ancillary benefits.
The plan must include disability benefits and death benefits for those employees who choose not to be members under section 18801, subsection 1, paragraph D and who participate in the defined contribution plan.
[PL 1991, c. 300, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1989, c. 811, §3 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 300, §2 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 491, §§253, 254 (AMD). PL 2015, c. 385, §11 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 21: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR STATE AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES › Chapter 431: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR STATE AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES › 5 §19001. Declaration of policy

§19001. Declaration of policy
In order to extend to employees of the political subdivisions of the State of Maine, and to the civilian employees of the Maine National Guard who are employed pursuant to section 90 of the National Defense Act of June 3, 1916 (32 U.S.C., sec. 42), whether members of existing retirement or pension systems or not, the benefits of social security, provided under the Federal Social Security Act enacted by the Congress of the United States, it is declared to be the policy of the Legislature, subject to the limitations of this chapter, that such steps be taken as to provide such protection to such employees on as broad a basis as is permitted under the Social Security Act. This chapter shall apply to employees of Maine Maritime Academy who are members of an existing retirement or pension system. This chapter shall not apply to teachers who are under a state or local government pension or retirement plan, except teachers at the Maine Maritime Academy. For the purposes of bringing sheriffs and their deputies under social security, these law enforcement officers shall be deemed policemen.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 21: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR STATE AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES › Chapter 431: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR STATE AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES › 5 §19003. Federal-state agreement

§19003. Federal-state agreement
The state agency, with the approval of the Governor, is authorized to enter on behalf of the State into an agreement with the Federal Security Administrator, consistent with the terms and provisions of this chapter, for the purpose of extending the benefits of the Federal Old Age and Survivors Insurance System to employees of any political subdivision of the State and to the civilian employees of the Maine National Guard who are employed pursuant to section 90 of the National Defense Act of June 3, 1916 (32 U.S.C., Sec. 42), with respect to services specified in such agreement which constitute "employment" as defined in section 19002. Such agreement may contain such provisions relating to coverage, benefits, contributions, effective date, modification and termination of the agreement, administration and other appropriate provisions as the state agency and Federal Security Administrator shall agree upon, but, except as may be otherwise required by or under the Social Security Act as to the services to be covered, such agreement shall provide in effect that:   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
1.  Benefits.
Benefits shall be provided for employees whose services are covered by the agreement, and their dependents and survivors, on the same basis as though such services constituted employment within the meaning of the Social Security Act, Title II;
[PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
2.  Contributions.
The State shall pay to the Secretary of the Treasury, at such time or times as may be prescribed under the Social Security Act, contributions with respect to wages, as defined in section 19002, equal to the sum of the taxes which would be imposed by the Federal Insurance Contributions Act, sections 1400 and 1410, if the services covered by the agreement constituted employment within the meaning of that Act;
[PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
3.  Effective date.
Such agreement shall be effective with respect to services in employment covered by the agreement performed after a date specified therein, but in no event may it be effective with respect to any such services performed prior to the first day of January, 1951; and
[PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
4.  Services covered.
All services, which constitute employment as defined in section 19002, are performed in the employ of a political subdivision of the State, and are covered by a plan which is in conformity with the terms of the agreement and has been approved by the state agency under section 19005, shall be covered by the agreement.
[PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 21: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR STATE AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES › Chapter 431: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR STATE AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES › 5 §19006. Rules and regulations

§19006. Rules and regulations
The state agency shall make and publish such rules and regulations, not inconsistent with this chapter, as it finds necessary or appropriate to the efficient administration of the functions with which it is charged under this chapter.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 21: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR STATE AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES › Chapter 431: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR STATE AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES › 5 §19007. Cost of administration

§19007. Cost of administration
Any cost of administering this chapter may be prorated among the political subdivisions joining this plan. A revolving fund is established from which costs of administration shall be paid and to which shall be credited the amounts billed to and received from the political subdivisions in the plan.   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1985, c. 801, §§5,7 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 435: MAINE HEALTH POLICY ADVISORY COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19101. Establishment; role (REPEALED)

§19101. Establishment; role
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 542, §§C2,C3 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 503, §B34 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 622, §S20 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 435: MAINE HEALTH POLICY ADVISORY COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19102. Definitions (REPEALED)

§19102. Definitions
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 542, §§C2,C3 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 816, §KK10 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 622, §S20 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 435: MAINE HEALTH POLICY ADVISORY COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19103. Membership; officers; compensation (REPEALED)

§19103. Membership; officers; compensation
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 542, §§C2,C3 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 816, §KK11 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 622, §S20 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 435: MAINE HEALTH POLICY ADVISORY COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19104. Studies and reports (REPEALED)

§19104. Studies and reports
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 542, §§C2,C3 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 799, §1 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 622, §S20 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 435: MAINE HEALTH POLICY ADVISORY COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19105. Working relationships (REPEALED)

§19105. Working relationships
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 542, §§C2,C3 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 622, §S20 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 435: MAINE HEALTH POLICY ADVISORY COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19106. Annual reports (REPEALED)

§19106. Annual reports
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 542, §§C2,C3 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 622, §S20 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 435: MAINE HEALTH POLICY ADVISORY COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19107. Public participation and hearings (REPEALED)

§19107. Public participation and hearings
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 542, §§C2,C3 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 622, §S20 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 435: MAINE HEALTH POLICY ADVISORY COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19108. Staff (REPEALED)

§19108. Staff
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 542, §§C2,C3 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 799, §2 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 622, §S20 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 435: MAINE HEALTH POLICY ADVISORY COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19109. Advisory committees (REPEALED)

§19109. Advisory committees
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 542, §§C2,C3 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 622, §S20 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 435: MAINE HEALTH POLICY ADVISORY COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19110. Funding (REPEALED)

§19110. Funding
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 542, §§C2,C3 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 799, §3 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 622, §S20 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 437: INTERDEPARTMENTAL COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19111. Interdepartmental council (REPEALED)

§19111. Interdepartmental council
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1993, c. 738, §B3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 738, §B9 (AFF). RR 1995, c. 2, §15 (COR). PL 1999, c. 668, §57 (RP). PL 1999, c. 785, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 437: INTERDEPARTMENTAL COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19112. Goals of the council (REPEALED)

§19112. Goals of the council
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1993, c. 738, §B3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 738, §B9 (AFF). PL 1997, c. 342, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 668, §58 (RP). PL 1999, c. 785, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 437: INTERDEPARTMENTAL COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19113. Powers and duties (REPEALED)

§19113. Powers and duties
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1993, c. 738, §B3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 738, §B9 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 668, §59 (RP). PL 1999, c. 785, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 437: INTERDEPARTMENTAL COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19114. Children's Residential Treatment Committee (REPEALED)

§19114. Children's Residential Treatment Committee
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1993, c. 738, §B3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 738, §B9 (AFF). PL 1995, c. 560, §K82 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 560, §K83 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 668, §60 (RP). PL 1999, c. 785, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 437: INTERDEPARTMENTAL COUNCIL (REPEALED) › 5 §19115. Administration (REPEALED)

§19115. Administration
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1993, c. 738, §B3 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 738, §B9 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 668, §61 (RP). PL 1999, c. 785, §2 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 438: COUNCIL ON CHILDREN AND FAMILIES (REPEALED) › 5 §19121. Council on Children and Families (REPEALED)

§19121. Council on Children and Families
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 785, §3 (NEW). PL 2001, c. 354, §3 (AMD). RR 2003, c. 2, §9 (COR). PL 2005, c. 294, §13 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 438: COUNCIL ON CHILDREN AND FAMILIES (REPEALED) › 5 §19122. Purposes of the council; goals (REPEALED)

§19122. Purposes of the council; goals
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 785, §3 (NEW). PL 2005, c. 294, §13 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 438: COUNCIL ON CHILDREN AND FAMILIES (REPEALED) › 5 §19123. Duties (REPEALED)

§19123. Duties
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 785, §3 (NEW). PL 2005, c. 294, §13 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 438: COUNCIL ON CHILDREN AND FAMILIES (REPEALED) › 5 §19124. Staffing; administration (REPEALED)

§19124. Staffing; administration
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 785, §3 (NEW). PL 2005, c. 294, §13 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 439: CHILDREN'S CABINET › 5 §19131. Children's Cabinet

§19131. Children's Cabinet
1.  Establishment.
The Children's Cabinet, referred to in this chapter as the "cabinet," is established to promote and support active, vigorous and frequent interdepartmental collaboration on children and youth policy development and program implementation supporting the provision of services for Maine families, children and youth that are planned, managed and delivered in an integrated manner to support and enhance educational opportunities, self-sufficiency, safety, economic stability, health and well‑being.
[PL 2019, c. 450, §4 (AMD).]
2.  Membership.
The cabinet consists of the following members:
A. The Commissioner of Corrections;   [PL 1999, c. 785, §3 (NEW).]
B. The Commissioner of Education;   [PL 1999, c. 785, §3 (NEW).]
C. The Commissioner of Health and Human Services;   [PL 2005, c. 397, Pt. A, §7 (AMD).]
D.   [PL 2005, c. 397, Pt. A, §8 (RP).]
E. The Commissioner of Public Safety;   [PL 2003, c. 576, §2 (AMD).]
F. The Commissioner of Labor; and   [PL 2003, c. 576, §3 (NEW).]
G. At the discretion of the Governor, a member of the public, appointed by the Governor.   [PL 2003, c. 576, §3 (NEW).]
[PL 2005, c. 397, Pt. A, §§7, 8 (AMD).]
3.  Chair.
The Governor shall appoint one of the members serving pursuant to subsection 2, paragraphs A to F to serve as chair of the cabinet. The term of the chair is one year.
[PL 2019, c. 450, §5 (AMD).]
4.  Meetings.
The cabinet shall meet at least 4 times per year.
[PL 2019, c. 450, §6 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 785, §3 (NEW). PL 2001, c. 354, §3 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 576, §§1-3 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 397, §§A7,8 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 450, §§4-6 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 439: CHILDREN'S CABINET › 5 §19133. Program implementation and oversight

§19133. Program implementation and oversight
The cabinet shall initiate, implement and oversee programs, policies and services consistent with the purposes of this chapter.   [PL 2019, c. 450, §8 (AMD).]
1.  Communities for Children.
[PL 2019, c. 450, §8 (RP).]
2.  Effectiveness indicators.
[PL 2019, c. 450, §8 (RP).]
3.  Safe homes.
[PL 2019, c. 450, §8 (RP).]
4.  Civil and caring school environments.
[PL 2019, c. 450, §8 (RP).]
5.  Supportive communities.
[PL 2019, c. 450, §8 (RP).]
6.  Reducing suicide.
[PL 2019, c. 450, §8 (RP).]
7.  Access to information and referral.
[PL 2019, c. 450, §8 (RP).]
8.  Service coordination.
[PL 2019, c. 450, §8 (RP).]
9.  Ensuring services.
[PL 2019, c. 450, §8 (RP).]
10.  Local case review and resolution; pooled funds.
[PL 2019, c. 450, §8 (RP).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 785, §3 (NEW). PL 2019, c. 450, §8 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 439: CHILDREN'S CABINET › 5 §19134. Funds

§19134. Funds
The cabinet is authorized to request, receive and pool funds from the Federal Government, any department, office or political subdivision of the State or any individual, foundation or corporation and may expend those funds for purposes that are consistent with this chapter.   [PL 2019, c. 450, §9 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 785, §3 (NEW). PL 2019, c. 450, §9 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 22: INTERDEPARTMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCILS › Chapter 439: CHILDREN'S CABINET › 5 §19135. Annual report

§19135. Annual report
The cabinet shall provide an annual report to the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over appropriations and financial affairs, the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over criminal justice matters, the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over education and cultural affairs and the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over health and human services matters and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. A copy of the report must be made available to the public.   [PL 2005, c. 294, §14 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1999, c. 785, §3 (NEW). PL 2005, c. 294, §14 (AMD).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 23: PUBLIC HEALTH › Chapter 501: MEDICAL CONDITIONS › 5 §19203-G. HIV testing in conjunction with testing for possible sexually transmitted diseases and infections

§19203-G. HIV testing in conjunction with testing for possible sexually transmitted diseases and infections
Subject to the consent and procedure requirements of section 19203‑A, subsection 1, a health care provider shall include an HIV test in the standard set of medical tests performed on an individual with a possible sexually transmitted disease or infection.   [PL 2023, c. 281, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2023, c. 281, §1 (NEW).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).
2023 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).