LD1013

An Act to Protect Taxpayers by Requiring Referenda on Significant Municipal Debt

Failed·5/22/25
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Maine LD1013 mandates a referendum for municipal bonds of $10 million or more.

Maine LD1013 requires municipalities to hold a referendum for voter approval on bonds amounting to $10 million or more. The referendum must occur on the first Tuesday in November, following procedures outlined in sections 2354 and Title 21-A. This bill aims to protect taxpayers by ensuring significant municipal debt is subject to public approval.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

74 Yea

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68 Nay

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9 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 14, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

Mar 31, 2025

10:00 AM

Hearing

History

May 22, 2025

House

The House INSISTED on ACCEPTANCE of the Minority Ought Not to Pass Report.

May 22, 2025

House

ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.

May 22, 2025

House

Placed in the Legislative Files. (DEAD)