LD1226

An Act to Protect Consumers by Licensing Residential Building Contractors

Failed·4/29/26
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Establishes licensing requirements for residential general contractors in Maine.

This bill establishes licensing requirements for residential general contractors in Maine, effective January 1, 2027. It creates the Residential Construction Board within the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation to administer these requirements. The board sets standards of practice and qualification for contractors, and it approves curricula and standards for educational programs. Contractors must meet certain criteria, including providing personal and business information, evidence of insurance, and proof of education or experience.

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Roll Call Votes

18 Yea

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15 Nay

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2 Absent

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Calendar

May 1, 2025

9:00 AM

Hearing

Apr 17, 2025

1:15 PM

Hearing

History

Apr 29

Senate

Died in Possession of the Senate when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was PLACED IN THE LEGISLATIVE FILES. (DEAD)

Jun 25, 2025

Senate

CARRIED OVER, in the same posture, to any special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order SP 800.

Jun 3, 2025

Senate

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