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2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES › Chapter 379: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS › Subchapter 1: COMPENSATION › 5 §12004-C. Educational policy boards

§12004-C. Educational policy boards
The primary responsibilities of the boards in this section include the formulation of educational policy; review and evaluation of educational policy; and the administration of educational institutions.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
This classification includes the following.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
NAME OF ORGANIZATION
RATE OF COMPENSATION
STATUTORY REFERENCE
1.
State Board of Education
Legislative Per Diem and Expenses
20‑A MRSA §401
[PL 2013, c. 368, Pt. HHH, §1 (AMD).]
2.
Board of Trustees, University of Maine System
Expenses Only
P&SL 1865, c. 532
[PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
3.
Board of Trustees, Maine Community College System
Legislative Per Diem
20‑A MRSA §12705
[PL 1989, c. 443, §14 (AMD); PL 2003, c. 20, Pt. OO, §2 (AMD); PL 2003, c. 20, Pt. OO, §4 (AFF).]
4.
Board of Trustees, Maine Maritime Academy
Expenses Only
P&SL 1941, c. 37
[PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
5.
Board of Trustees, Maine Criminal Justice Academy
Expenses Only
25 MRSA §2802
[PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
6.
Board of Trustees, Maine School of Science and Mathematics
Expenses Only
20‑A MRSA §8204
[PL 1993, c. 706, Pt. A, §1 (NEW).]
7.
School Board of the Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Governor Baxter School for the Deaf
Legislative Per Diem and Expenses
20‑A MRSA §7406
[PL 2021, c. 293, Pt. A, §11 (AMD).]
8.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Council
Expenses Only
20‑A MRSA §11
[PL 2011, c. 346, §1 (NEW).]
9.
Board of Trustees, Maine School for Marine Science, Technology, Transportation and Engineering
Expenses Only
20‑A MRSA §8234
[PL 2015, c. 363, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 443, §14 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 706, §A1 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 676, §1 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 676, §13 (AFF). PL 2003, c. 20, Pt. OO, §2 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 20, Pt. OO, §4 (AFF). PL 2011, c. 346, §1 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 368, Pt. HHH, §1 (AMD). PL 2015, c. 363, §2 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 293, Pt. A, §11 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES › Chapter 379: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS › Subchapter 1: COMPENSATION › 5 §12004-D. Environmental regulation and control

§12004-D. Environmental regulation and control
The primary responsibility of environmental regulation and control boards is the protection of the State's natural resources and environment.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
The primary powers of these boards include regulation of activities that affect the environment and natural resources of the State, issuance of licenses and permits, setting of standards and procedures, assessment of fees and penalties, holding of hearings and the adoption of rules.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
This classification includes the following.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
NAME OF ORGANIZATION
RATE OF COMPENSATION
STATUTORY REFERENCE
1.  Maine Land Use Regulation Commission
[PL 2011, c. 682, §1 (RP).]
1-A.
Maine Land Use Planning Commission
Legislative Per Diem Plus Expenses. Notwithstanding any limitation on noonday meal expenses in section 12002, subsection 2, for each day in attendance at a commission meeting or hearing, each member is entitled to a meal allowance not to exceed the legislative meal allowance for each session day as provided for in Title 3, section 2.
12 MRSA §683‑A
[PL 2011, c. 682, §2 (NEW).]
2.
Board of Environmental Protection
Legislative Per Diem Plus Expenses. Notwithstanding any limitation on noonday meal expenses in section 12002, subsection 2, for each day in attendance at a board meeting or hearing, each member is entitled to a meal allowance not to exceed the legislative meal allowance for each session day as provided for in Title 3, section 2.
38 MRSA §341‑A
[PL 2007, c. 617, §2 (AMD).]
3.
Board of Pesticides Control
Legislative Per Diem
22 MRSA §1471‑B
[PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
4.  Facility Siting Board
[PL 2011, c. 655, Pt. GG, §2 (RP); PL 2011, c. 655, Pt. GG, §70 (AFF).]
5.
Nutrient Management Review Board
Expenses Only
7 MRSA §4203
[PL 1997, c. 642, §1 (NEW).]
6.
Interagency Task Force on Invasive Aquatic Plants and Nuisance Species
Expenses Only
38 MRSA §1871
[PL 2001, c. 434, Pt. B, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 503, §A8 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 585, §A5 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, §§A3,40 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 642, §1 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 434, §B1 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 617, §§1, 2 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 655, Pt. GG, §2 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 655, Pt. GG, §70 (AFF). PL 2011, c. 682, §§1, 2 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES › Chapter 379: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS › Subchapter 1: COMPENSATION › 5 §12004-E. Budget and rate regulation

§12004-E. Budget and rate regulation
The primary responsibilities of rate regulation boards include the setting of revenue or budget ceilings and the setting of prices or rates for commodities or services provided statewide. In addition to the power to hold hearings, adopt rules, establish policies and procedures, these boards may determine revenue limits, establish prices, conduct investigations and initiate action to revoke or suspend licenses and permits.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
This classification includes the following.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
NAME OF ORGANIZATION
RATE OF COMPENSATION
STATUTORY REFERENCE
1.  Maine Health Care Finance Commission
[PL 1995, c. 653, Pt. B, §1 (RP); PL 1995, c. 653, Pt. B, §8 (AFF).]
2.
Maine Milk Commission
Legislative Per Diem
7 MRSA §2952
[PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
3.  State Liquor Commission
[PL 1997, c. 373, §3 (RP).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 653, §B1 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 653, §B8 (AFF). PL 1997, c. 373, §3 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES › Chapter 379: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS › Subchapter 1: COMPENSATION › 5 §12004-H. Commodity or product protection and promotion boards

§12004-H. Commodity or product protection and promotion boards
(CONTAINS TEXT WITH VARYING EFFECTIVE DATES)
The primary responsibility for commodity or product protection and promotion boards is to protect natural resources and agricultural products produced in the State and promote the sales of these goods in the State and outside the State.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
The primary powers of these organizations may include the assessment and collection of industry taxes, quality control inspections, establishment of grades and classifications, advertising, the holding of hearings and the adoption of rules.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
This classification includes the following.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
NAME OF ORGANIZATION
RATE OF COMPENSATION
STATUTORY REFERENCE
1.  Agriculture Promotion Committee
[PL 1995, c. 233, Pt. A, §1 (RP).]
2.  Commodity Marketing Committee
[PL 1999, c. 668, §27 (RP).]
3.  Maine Dairy Promotion Board
[PL 1995, c. 693, §1 (RP).]
4.  Maine Dairy and Nutrition Council
[PL 1995, c. 693, §1 (RP).]
5.
Seed Potato Board
Expenses Only
7 MRSA §2151
[PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
6.  Maine Potato Quality Control Board
[PL 2005, c. 294, §5 (RP).]
7.  Maine Potato Board
[PL 1995, c. 502, Pt. C, §2 (RP).]
8.  Maine Sardine Council
[PL 1993, c. 585, §2 (RP).]
9.  Maine Potato Marketing Committee
[PL 1999, c. 668, §28 (RP).]
10.  Potato Marketing Improvement Committee
[PL 2005, c. 335, §1 (RP).]
10-A.  Potato Marketing Improvement Fund Committee
[PL 2021, c. 560, §2 (RP).]
11.  Maine Marketing Advisory Board
[PL 1999, c. 668, §29 (RP).]
12.
University of Maine System Blueberry Advisory Committee
Expenses Only
36 MRSA §4312
[PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
13.  Maine Blueberry Commission
[PL 1997, c. 511, §1 (RP).]
13-A.
Wild Blueberry Commission of Maine
Expenses Only
36 MRSA §4312‑C
[PL 1997, c. 511, §2 (NEW).]
14.  Maine Lobster Marketing Collaborative
[PL 2017, c. 368, §1 (AMD); MRSA T. 5 §12004-H, sub-§14 (RP).]
14-A.  (TEXT EFFECTIVE UNTIL 12/31/26) (TEXT REPEALED 12/31/26)
Maine Lobster Marketing Collaborative
$55 Per Diem Plus Expenses
12 MRSA §6455‑A
This subsection is repealed December 31, 2026.
[PL 2021, c. 491, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 503, §§A21,22 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 376, §26 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 446, §C1 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 523, §1 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 585, §2 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 233, §A1 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 502, §C2 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 693, §1 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 511, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 668, §§27-29 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 294, §5 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 335, §1 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 309, §1 (AMD). PL 2013, c. 403, §1 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 368, §1 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 491, §1 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 560, §2 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES › Chapter 379: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS › Subchapter 1: COMPENSATION › 5 §12004-K. Intergovernmental organizations

§12004-K. Intergovernmental organizations
The primary responsibility of intergovernmental organizations is to establish cooperation between this State and other states or Canadian provinces.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
This classification includes the following.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
FIELD
NAME OF ORGANIZATION
RATE OF COMPENSATION
STATUTORY REFERENCE
1.  Education
[PL 2011, c. 344, §13 (RP).]
2.
Education
New England Board of Higher Education
Not Authorized
20‑A MRSA §11002
[PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
3.
Environment
New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission
Expenses Only
38 MRSA §532
[PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
4.
Environment
Northeastern Forest Fire Protection Commission
Expenses Only
P&SL 1949, c. 75
[PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
4-A.  Environment: Natural Resources
[PL 1997, c. 393, Pt. A, §12 (RP).]
5.
Environment
St. Croix International Waterway Commission
Legislative Per Diem
38 MRSA §991
[PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
6.
Marine Resources
Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission
Expenses Only
12 MRSA §4603
[PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
7.  State Government
[PL 2001, c. 352, §5 (RP).]
8.
State Government
Commission on Uniform State Laws
Expenses Only
3 MRSA §241
[PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
9.  State Government
[PL 2003, c. 643, §4 (RP).]
10.
State Government
Maine-Canadian Legislative Advisory Commission
Expenses Only
3 MRSA §227
[PL 2021, c. 9, §1 (AMD).]
11.
State Government
New England and Eastern Canada Legislative Commission
Expenses Only
3 MRSA §231
[PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
11-A.  State Government
[PL 2005, c. 294, §11 (RP); PL 2005, c. 332, §2 (RP).]
12.  Transportation
[PL 2021, c. 36, §8 (RP).]
13.  Tribal-State Government
[PL 1993, c. 489, §4 (RP).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 503, §A38 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 631, §§2,6 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 381, §8 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 489, §4 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 393, §A12 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 411, §1 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 352, §5 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 643, §4 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 294, §11 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 332, §2 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 344, §13 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 9, §1 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 36, §8 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES › Chapter 379: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS › Subchapter 1: COMPENSATION › 5 §12004-L. Interagency organizations

§12004-L. Interagency organizations
The primary responsibilities of interagency organizations include the development or implementation of programs; coordination of programs; review of information, data and systems; planning; making recommendations; proposing legislation; holding hearings, entering into agreements; and receiving and administering funds. Those organizations are usually composed of commissioners, or their designees, or directors from different state executive agencies.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
This classification includes the following.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW).]
NAME OF ORGANIZATION
RATE OF COMPENSATION
STATUTORY REFERENCE
1.  Alcohol and Drug Abuse Planning Committee
[PL 1989, c. 934, Pt. A, §2 (RP).]
2.  Employee Suggestion System Board
[PL 1995, c. 368, Pt. HH, §6 (RP).]
3.  Maine Occupational Information Coordinating Committee
[PL 1997, c. 410, §2 (RP).]
4.  Joint Committee of Licensure-Certification for School Psychological Services
[PL 1993, c. 207, §1 (RP).]
5.
Commission on Municipal Deorganization
Legislative Per Diem County Commissioner Only
30‑A MRSA §7206
[PL 1989, c. 216, §1 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 601, Pt. B, §2 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 878, Pt. A, §18 (RPR).]
6.  Interagency Task Force on Homelessness and Housing Opportunities
[PL 2005, c. 380, Pt. B, §1 (RP).]
7.  Children's Residential Treatment Committee
[PL 1999, c. 668, §44 (RP).]
8.  Human Resource Development Council
[PL 1997, c. 410, §3 (RP).]
9.  Interdepartmental Council
[PL 1999, c. 668, §44 (RP).]
10.  Maine Drug Enforcement Agency Advisory Board
[PL 2021, c. 36, §9 (RP).]
11.  Maine Governmental Information Network Board
[PL 2003, c. 643, §5 (RP).]
12.  Council on Children and Families
[PL 2005, c. 294, §12 (RP).]
13.
Statewide Homeless Council
Not Authorized
30‑A MRSA §5046
[PL 2005, c. 380, Pt. B, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 786, §5 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 216, §1 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 601, §B2 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 878, §§A18,19 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 934, §A2 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 207, §1 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 381, §9 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 738, §B2 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 738, §B9 (AFF). PL 1995, c. 368, §HH6 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 410, §§2,3 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 428, §2 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 668, §44 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 785, §1 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 643, §5 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 294, §12 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 380, §§B1,2 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 36, §9 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES › Chapter 379: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS › Subchapter 1: COMPENSATION › 5 §12005. Report to Secretary of State (REPEALED)

§12005. Report to Secretary of State
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 812, §39 (NEW). PL 1985, c. 732, §5 (AMD). PL 1987, c. 786, §6 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES › Chapter 379: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS › Subchapter 1: COMPENSATION › 5 §12007. Clerk of board

§12007. Clerk of board
1.  Appointment.
Each board shall appoint a clerk who is responsible for submitting reports to and responding to the Secretary of State and the Commissioner of Administrative and Financial Services. Each clerk shall provide the Secretary of State and Commissioner of Administrative and Financial Services with the mailing address of the board and the clerk as required in this chapter. Each clerk shall respond and report in a timely manner as provided in this chapter.
[PL 1991, c. 780, Pt. Y, §104 (AMD).]
2.  Penalty.
Any board which fails to appoint a clerk and report as required shall be subject to the penalties in section 12006.
[PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 780, §Y104 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES › Chapter 379: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS › Subchapter 1: COMPENSATION › 5 §12008. Ad hoc advisory boards

§12008. Ad hoc advisory boards
The commissioner or chief executive officer of any state agency, as defined in section 8002, and the board of trustees of any state authority or organization may form informal, ad hoc advisory boards to advise the commissioner, director or board of trustees on any issue. In forming an ad hoc advisory board pursuant to this section, the commissioner, director or board of trustees shall make a reasonable effort to include a representative of all the interests that may be involved in or may be affected by the issue.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).]
Any ad hoc advisory board shall be deemed an informal board and shall not be required to be listed in this chapter. A member of any ad hoc advisory board shall be deemed not to be an officer of the State within the meaning of the Constitution of Maine.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES › Chapter 379: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS › Subchapter 1: COMPENSATION › 5 §12009. Duty of Secretary of State

§12009. Duty of Secretary of State
The Secretary of State shall compile and maintain the information provided pursuant to section 12005‑A.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).]
1.  Report to Commissioner of Administrative and Financial Services.
The Secretary of State, by January 15th of each year, shall submit to the Commissioner of Administrative and Financial Services a list of the boards, with the name and address of each clerk who failed to report as required in section 12005‑A.
[PL 1999, c. 668, §48 (AMD).]
2.  Report of board activities.
The Secretary of State, by January 30th of each year, shall submit a report to the Governor and the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over state and local government. This report, at a minimum, must include the following information with respect to boards in the previous calendar year:
A. The average meeting length of each board;   [PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).]
B. The number of meetings of each board;   [PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).]
C. The total compensation paid to each board;   [PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).]
D. The total amount of expenses reimbursed to each board; and   [PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).]
E. The average rate of attendance for each board.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).]
This report must also include a list of all boards that have failed to report as required in section 12005‑A and from whom the Secretary of State is seeking a report. This report must also include a list of boards that have sought an exemption from the reporting or other requirement of this chapter.
[PL 1991, c. 844, §3 (AMD).]
3.  Report on appointments.
By December 30th of each year, the Secretary of State shall submit a report to the Governor, the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate. This report shall include the following information and any additional information deemed important by the Secretary of State:
A. A list of appointments, by board, which will expire in the ensuing calendar year and for which reappointments or new appointments are required. This list shall include the date of expiration of the term of each appointment due to expire and the length of any existing vacancy;   [PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).]
B. The appointing authority responsible for making the appointments or reappointments as described in paragraph A;   [PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).]
C. A list of appointments due to expire in the following year which, by law, require a new appointment rather than reappointment of the person in that position; and   [PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).]
D. A list of appointments due to expire in the following year for which confirmation by the Senate is required.   [PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).]
[PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 786, §8 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 780, §Y105 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 844, §3 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 668, §48 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES › Chapter 379: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS › Subchapter 2: ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION › 5 §12011. Duty of Secretary of State

§12011. Duty of Secretary of State
The Secretary of State shall compile and maintain a current list of all boards in State Government, including the name of the board, the names of its members, positions in State Government held by any member, any vacancies, the date of the board's last reported meeting, its most recent reported expenditures on members' compensation and expenses and what other information the Secretary of State determines necessary. The list compiled under this section must at a minimum include all of the boards listed in this chapter.   [PL 1991, c. 844, §4 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 814 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 844, §4 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES › Chapter 379: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS › Subchapter 2: ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION › 5 §12012. Members from other branches of government

§12012. Members from other branches of government
Persons who serve in any branch of State Government may serve on a board that is solely advisory in authority. A person who serves in a branch of State Government may serve on a board of another branch of State Government as a nonvoting member in an advisory capacity only if that board is not solely advisory in authority. A person who serves in a branch of State Government may serve on any board that is solely advisory in authority, unless specifically prohibited by another provision of law.   [PL 1985, c. 295, §23 (AMD).]
A board is solely advisory in authority if its only authority is to review policies and procedures, conduct studies or advise or make recommendations to a branch of government. It may not have the authority to control expenditures, issue rules, approve decisions of other agencies or officials or enforce its decisions or recommendations.   [PL 1983, c. 814 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 814 (NEW). PL 1985, c. 295, §23 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES › Chapter 379: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS › Subchapter 2: ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION › 5 §12013. Finances

§12013. Finances
All boards shall maintain such financial records as may be required by the State Comptroller and State Auditor.   [PL 1983, c. 814 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 814 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES › Chapter 379: BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES AND SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS › Subchapter 2: ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION › 5 §12014. Powers and duties

§12014. Powers and duties
1.  Duties.
Each board shall have the following duties:
A. Keep minutes of all meetings and record all actions;   [PL 1983, c. 814 (NEW).]
B. Limit all activities of the board to the confines of its authorization; and   [PL 1983, c. 814 (NEW).]
C. Observe that a majority of the members of the board shall constitute a quorum unless otherwise specified.   [PL 1983, c. 814 (NEW).]
[PL 1983, c. 814 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1983, c. 814 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 380: LONG-TERM ECONOMIC GROWTH PLANNING AND COORDINATION OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND BUSINESS ASSISTANCE SERVICES (REPEALED) › 5 §13001. Economic Development and Business Assistance Coordinating Council established (REPEALED)

§13001. Economic Development and Business Assistance Coordinating Council established
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 854, §D1 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 410, §§E3,PPP2 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 648, §8 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 688, §§4,5 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 48, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 380: LONG-TERM ECONOMIC GROWTH PLANNING AND COORDINATION OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND BUSINESS ASSISTANCE SERVICES (REPEALED) › 5 §13002. Powers and duties (REPEALED)

§13002. Powers and duties
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 854, §D1 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 410, §§PPP3,4 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 48, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 380: LONG-TERM ECONOMIC GROWTH PLANNING AND COORDINATION OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND BUSINESS ASSISTANCE SERVICES (REPEALED) › 5 §13003. Regional economic development plans and strategies (REPEALED)

§13003. Regional economic development plans and strategies
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 854, §D1 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 48, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 380: LONG-TERM ECONOMIC GROWTH PLANNING AND COORDINATION OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND BUSINESS ASSISTANCE SERVICES (REPEALED) › 5 §13004. Long-term plan (REPEALED)

§13004. Long-term plan
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1991, c. 854, §D1 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 410, §E4 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 648, §8 (AMD). PL 1997, c. 48, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 381: MAINE SMALL BUSINESS COMMISSION › 5 §13031. Definitions

§13031. Definitions
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
1.  Administrative unit.
"Administrative unit" means the organization certified by the federal Small Business Administration to administer the Small Business Development Center Program in this State.
[PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
2.  Commission.
"Commission" means the Maine Small Business and Entrepreneurship Commission.
[PL 2003, c. 681, §3 (AMD).]
3.  Commissioner.
"Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Economic and Community Development or the commissioner's designee.
[PL 1995, c. 688, §6 (AMD).]
4.  Department.
"Department" means the Department of Economic and Community Development.
[PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
5.  Small Business Development Center Program.
"Small Business Development Center Program" means the program established by Public Law 96-302, Title II, 15 United States Code, Sections 636 and 648, the Small Business Development Center Act of 1980.
[PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1989, c. 875, §§L2,4 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 688, §6 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 681, §3 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 381: MAINE SMALL BUSINESS COMMISSION › 5 §13032. Maine Small Business and Entrepreneurship Commission established

§13032. Maine Small Business and Entrepreneurship Commission established
The Maine Small Business and Entrepreneurship Commission is established as an independent commission within the department to evaluate and coordinate small business and entrepreneurial programs, contract with the administrative unit and exercise other powers and responsibilities as provided in this chapter.   [PL 2003, c. 681, §4 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1989, c. 875, §§L2,4 (NEW). PL 2001, c. 142, §1 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 681, §4 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 381: MAINE SMALL BUSINESS COMMISSION › 5 §13033. Membership

§13033. Membership
The commission consists of 9 members: the Chief Executive Officer of the Finance Authority of Maine or the chief executive officer's designee; the Commissioner of Economic and Community Development or the commissioner's designee; the House and Senate chairs of the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over business, research and economic development matters, who are ex officio, nonvoting members; the chair of the Small Business Development Centers Advisory Council; and a designee from the administrative unit and 3 public members with expertise and knowledge in small business and entrepreneurship, appointed by the commissioner.   [PL 2007, c. 585, §1 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1989, c. 875, §§L2,4 (NEW). PL 2001, c. 142, §2 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 681, §5 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 425, §3 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 585, §1 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 381: MAINE SMALL BUSINESS COMMISSION › 5 §13033-A. Terms of membership

§13033-A. Terms of membership
Beginning January 1, 2009, the 3 public members appointed to the commission pursuant to section 13033 are appointed for staggered terms of 3 years. The commissioner shall appoint public members to vacancies on the commission as they occur or upon expiration of terms. Any vacancy must be filled for the unexpired portion of the term in which the vacancy occurs.   [PL 2007, c. 585, §2 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2007, c. 585, §2 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 381: MAINE SMALL BUSINESS COMMISSION › 5 §13034. Powers of commission

§13034. Powers of commission
The commission has the power to:   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
1.  Negotiate and approve contract.
Negotiate, approve and enforce the contract with the administrative unit by which state funds are provided by the administrative unit to the small business development centers throughout the State. Approval of the contract requires the approval of at least 4 members of the commission;
[PL 2001, c. 142, §3 (AMD).]
2.  Evaluate small business programs.
Evaluate and make recommendations to coordinate small business and entrepreneurial programs statewide, including those administered or overseen by the department;
[PL 2001, c. 142, §3 (AMD).]
3.  Issue reports and recommendations.
Issue reports and recommendations to the commissioner, the Governor and the Legislature in regard to programs that support or promote small business assistance and entrepreneurship. Beginning January 15, 2009, the commission shall provide an annual report, by January 15th of each year, to the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over business, research and economic development matters that includes the commission's proposed quarterly meeting schedule for the year, as well as a summary of the Small Business Development Center Program's activities in the State that focuses on its collaborative efforts with other economic development programs in the State; and
[PL 2007, c. 585, §3 (AMD).]
4.  Hire professional staff.
Hire professional staff who are not subject to the Civil Service Law and who serve at the pleasure of the commission.
A. Funding of professional staff must be provided by the department from resources made available to the Office of Business Development for personal services.   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
B. The department shall provide clerical support as required by the commission.   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
[PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1989, c. 875, §§L2,4 (NEW). PL 2001, c. 142, §3 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 585, §3 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 381: MAINE SMALL BUSINESS COMMISSION › 5 §13035. Duties of commission

§13035. Duties of commission
The commission is responsible for overseeing the Small Business Development Center Program, enforcing the contract between the department and the administrative unit, providing funds to the program, and advising the commissioner on strengthening the support infrastructure for entrepreneurship in the State. The commission has the following duties.   [PL 2001, c. 142, §4 (AMD).]
1.  Contract with the administrative unit.
The commission shall contract with the administrative unit for the purpose of providing direct business counseling, technical assistance, training and other services to small businesses. The contract must be completed and approved by the commission prior to July 1st of each year.
A. For fiscal year 1990-91 only, the contract may be approved no later than July 15, 1990.   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
B. If the administrative unit fails to sign a reasonable contract that meets the approval of a majority of the commission members, funding to the administrative unit continues at 85% of the funding level of the previous year on a month-by-month basis until a contract is signed.   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
[PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
2.  Review, evaluate and make recommendations to coordinate programs.
The commission shall review, evaluate and make recommendations to coordinate small business assistance and entrepreneurial programs statewide. The commission shall issue a report that meets the standards defined in section 13058, subsection 5. The commission shall advise the commissioner to help develop and implement statewide strategies and policies as they relate to encouraging economic development by developing and growing entrepreneurial businesses around the State.
[PL 2001, c. 142, §5 (AMD).]
3.  Advise and make recommendations.
The commission shall advise the commissioner, the Governor and the Legislature with respect to the results of its evaluation of small business and entrepreneurial programs and its oversight and enforcement of the contract with the administrative unit.
[PL 2001, c. 142, §5 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1989, c. 875, §§L2,4 (NEW). PL 2001, c. 142, §§4,5 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 381: MAINE SMALL BUSINESS COMMISSION › 5 §13036. Contract with administrative unit

§13036. Contract with administrative unit
The commission shall contract with the administrative unit to provide services as described in this chapter.   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
1.  Contract provisions.
The contract must contain the policies and procedures for the implementation and oversight of the Small Business Development Center Program. The contract must include, but is not limited to:
A. The percentage of state funds to be allocated to the small business development center subcenters;   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
B. The percentage of state funds to be allocated for administrative purposes;   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
C. The percentage of state funds to be allocated for statewide services;   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
D. The percentage of state funds to be allocated for small business research;   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
E. Evaluation and reporting requirements for the subcenters and the administrative unit; and   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
F. Any other provisions necessary for the implementation of this chapter.   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
[PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
2.  Annual plan.
The commission shall require the administrative unit to develop an annual plan. This plan must include, but is not limited to:
A. The types of services to be provided by the Small Business Development Center Program;   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
B. The means by which services will be delivered;   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
C. Special services to be provided and the reasons these services are needed;   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
D. The location and identity of the organizations providing the regional services; and   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
E. Any other information considered by the commission to be necessary and pertinent to the mission of the program.   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
[PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
3.  Evaluation and reporting requirements.
The commission shall establish evaluation and reporting requirements for the subcenter and the administrative unit. These requirements, at a minimum, must include:
A. The types, numbers and profiles of businesses served statewide and by each subcenter;   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
B. The types and numbers of training programs offered through statewide services and by each subcenter;   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
C. An evaluation of the programs and services including the criteria by which the evaluations are made; and   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
D. Any other requirements the commission considers necessary to effectively evaluate the Small Business Development Center Program.   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
[PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1989, c. 875, §§L2,4 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 381: MAINE SMALL BUSINESS COMMISSION › 5 §13037. Funding

§13037. Funding
The commission shall provide the funds to the administrative unit in an expeditious manner. The administrative unit is responsible for providing the funds to eligible business development centers for the purpose of providing direct business counseling, technical assistance, training and other services to small businesses in accordance with the contract pursuant to this chapter.   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1989, c. 875, §§L2,4 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 381: MAINE SMALL BUSINESS COMMISSION › 5 §13038. Contracts with subcenters

§13038. Contracts with subcenters
The administrative unit shall contract with each small business development center designated by the administrative unit within 90 days following the completion of the administrative unit contract with the commission. In completing and approving the annual contract for each small business development center, the administrative unit must involve all center directors.   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1989, c. 875, §§L2,4 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 381: MAINE SMALL BUSINESS COMMISSION › 5 §13039. Committee review

§13039. Committee review
The joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over economic development matters shall review the administration and operation of this chapter and report its findings and recommendations to the Legislature no later than January 2, 1992.   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. L, §§2, 4 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1989, c. 875, §§L2,4 (NEW).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 383: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Subchapter 1: GENERAL DEPARTMENT STRUCTURE AND AUTHORITY › Article 1: DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: GENERAL ORGANIZATION MISSION AND RESPONSIBILITIES › 5 §13051. Legislative findings (REPEALED)

§13051. Legislative findings
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 534, §§A17,A19 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 816, §P4 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 622, §F5 (AMD). RR 2013, c. 2, §5 (COR). PL 2017, c. 264, §1 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 383: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Subchapter 1: GENERAL DEPARTMENT STRUCTURE AND AUTHORITY › Article 1: DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: GENERAL ORGANIZATION MISSION AND RESPONSIBILITIES › 5 §13052. Purpose

§13052. Purpose
The Legislature finds that the decentralization of economic growth and development programs among several state agencies without any coordination of programs and agencies and without coordination with the State's municipal and regional economic efforts is not in the best interest of the State. The Legislature further finds that the State's economic development programs and policies and the economies of municipalities and regions mutually affect each other.   [PL 1987, c. 534, Pt. A, §§17, 19 (NEW).]
For state economic growth and development policies and programs to realize the greatest possible degree of effectiveness, it is necessary to coordinate these policies and programs on the state level, as well as with local and regional levels. It is necessary to formulate and implement economic development policies and programs that are consistent with an economic development strategy for the State.   [PL 1987, c. 534, Pt. A, §§17, 19 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 534, §§A17,A19 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 816, §P5 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 622, §F6 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 383: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Subchapter 1: GENERAL DEPARTMENT STRUCTURE AND AUTHORITY › Article 1: DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: GENERAL ORGANIZATION MISSION AND RESPONSIBILITIES › 5 §13053. Establishment

§13053. Establishment
The Department of Economic and Community Development is established to encourage economic and community planning and development policies and programs of the State and to coordinate these programs and policies within the context of a state economic development plan and the long-term economic plan for the State developed pursuant to Title 10, section 929‑A, subsection 1. The department is also established to work with municipalities and regional planning and economic development organizations to build strong local and regional economies and to implement programs and services through these local and regional organizations.   [PL 2017, c. 264, §2 (AMD).]
The department shall encourage the creation and retention of quality jobs through increased private sector investment and to enhance the quality of life for all by assisting local governments to plan and implement comprehensive community planning and development strategies.   [PL 1987, c. 816, Pt. P, §6 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 534, §§A17,A19 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 816, §P6 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 264, §2 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 383: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Subchapter 1: GENERAL DEPARTMENT STRUCTURE AND AUTHORITY › Article 1: DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: GENERAL ORGANIZATION MISSION AND RESPONSIBILITIES › 5 §13054. Definitions

§13054. Definitions
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 1987, c. 534, Pt. A, §§17, 19 (NEW).]
1.  Commissioner.
"Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Economic and Community Development.
[PL 2003, c. 451, Pt. L, §1 (AMD).]
2.  Department.
"Department" means the Department of Economic and Community Development.
[PL 2003, c. 451, Pt. L, §1 (AMD).]
2-A.  Permit.
"Permit" means a license, certificate, registration or other authorization required by a governmental agency for a business undertaking. "Permit" includes, but is not limited to, a permit by rule issued by the Department of Environmental Protection in accordance with Title 38, section 344, subsection 7.
[PL 1991, c. 826, §1 (NEW).]
3.  State Development Office.
"State Development Office" means the Department of Economic and Community Development.
[PL 1987, c. 534, Pt. A, §§17, 19 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 534, §§A17,A19 (NEW). PL 1991, c. 826, §1 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 20, §Q1 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 451, §L1 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 383: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Subchapter 1: GENERAL DEPARTMENT STRUCTURE AND AUTHORITY › Article 1: DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: GENERAL ORGANIZATION MISSION AND RESPONSIBILITIES › 5 §13055. Organization of department

§13055. Organization of department
The department shall consist of the organizations as established in this section to fulfill the purposes and mission as stated in this chapter and in a manner consistent with the State's economic development strategy.   [PL 1987, c. 534, Pt. A, §§17, 19 (NEW).]
1.  Organizations.
The department contains the following organizations:
A. The Office of Business Development;   [PL 2003, c. 198, §1 (AMD).]
B. The Office of Tourism;   [PL 2003, c. 673, Pt. M, §2 (AMD).]
C.   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. M, §§3, 13 (RP).]
D.   [PL 1989, c. 875, Pt. M, §§3, 13 (RP).]
E.   [PL 1991, c. 622, Pt. F, §7 (RP).]
F. The Office of Community Development; and   [PL 2003, c. 673, Pt. M, §2 (AMD).]
G. The Office of Innovation.   [PL 2003, c. 673, Pt. M, §2 (NEW).]
[PL 2003, c. 673, Pt. M, §2 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1987, c. 534, §§A17,A19 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 816, §§P7,P7A (AMD). PL 1989, c. 502, §B73 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 875, §§M2,3,13 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 622, §F7 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 560, §B2 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 198, §1 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 673, §M2 (AMD).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 383: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Subchapter 1: GENERAL DEPARTMENT STRUCTURE AND AUTHORITY › Article 1: DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: GENERAL ORGANIZATION MISSION AND RESPONSIBILITIES › 5 §13056-A. Comprehensive evaluation of state investments in economic development (REPEALED)

§13056-A. Comprehensive evaluation of state investments in economic development
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2007, c. 434, §1 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 563, §2 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 264, §3 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 383: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Subchapter 1: GENERAL DEPARTMENT STRUCTURE AND AUTHORITY › Article 1: DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: GENERAL ORGANIZATION MISSION AND RESPONSIBILITIES › 5 §13056-B. Reporting requirements of recipients of economic development funding (REPEALED)

§13056-B. Reporting requirements of recipients of economic development funding
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2007, c. 434, §2 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 337, §1 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 264, §4 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 383: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Subchapter 1: GENERAL DEPARTMENT STRUCTURE AND AUTHORITY › Article 1: DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: GENERAL ORGANIZATION MISSION AND RESPONSIBILITIES › 5 §13056-C. Maine Economic Development Evaluation Fund (REPEALED)

§13056-C. Maine Economic Development Evaluation Fund
(REPEALED)
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2007, c. 434, §3 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 337, §2 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 563, §3 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 264, §5 (RP).
2023 Maine Revised Statutes › TITLE 5: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SERVICES › Part 18-A: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Chapter 383: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT › Subchapter 1: GENERAL DEPARTMENT STRUCTURE AND AUTHORITY › Article 1: DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: GENERAL ORGANIZATION MISSION AND RESPONSIBILITIES › 5 §13056-H. Maine Economic Development Fund

§13056-H. Maine Economic Development Fund
The Maine Economic Development Fund is established as a nonlapsing fund within the department to encourage and support economic and business growth, rural manufacturing and industrial site redevelopment and implementation of a strategic plan.   [PL 2019, c. 343, Pt. TTTT, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2019, c. 343, Pt. TTTT, §1 (NEW).