Maine LD1521 mandates zero-based budgeting for state agencies every 10 years and requires interim budget reviews.

Maine LD1521 requires state agencies to adopt zero-based budgeting for the fiscal years 2027-28 and 2028-29. Zero-based budgeting involves justifying programs and activities using cost-benefit analysis without considering prior budgets. In non-zero-based budgeting years, agencies must provide alternative funding and budget recommendations, including proposals for 5% and 10% funding reductions. The Department of Administrative and Financial Services must review relevant statutes and submit legislation to facilitate zero-based budgeting by January 1, 2026.

Maine LD1521 mandates zero-based budgeting for state agencies every 10 years and requires interim budget reviews.

Maine LD1521 requires state agencies to adopt zero-based budgeting for the fiscal years 2027-28 and 2028-29. Zero-based budgeting involves justifying programs and activities using cost-benefit analysis without considering prior budgets. In non-zero-based budgeting years, agencies must provide alternative funding and budget recommendations, including proposals for 5% and 10% funding reductions. The Department of Administrative and Financial Services must review relevant statutes and submit legislation to facilitate zero-based budgeting by January 1, 2026.