LD1722

An Act to Amend the Laws Governing the Regulation of Aquaculture Leases

Complete·6/18/25

This bill revises the process for renewing and converting aquaculture leases in Maine.

The bill modifies the regulations for aquaculture leases in Maine. It streamlines the lease renewal process by requiring the Commissioner of Marine Resources to renew a lease as soon as possible upon receiving a complete application. Additionally, it replaces the existing process for converting a limited-purpose lease for commercial aquaculture research and development to a standard aquaculture lease, mandating that the commissioner approve the conversion as soon as possible upon receipt of a complete application.

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Calendar

May 8, 2025

12:00 PM

Hearing

Apr 24, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

History

Jun 18, 2025

House

This being an emergency measure, a two-thirds vote of all the members elected to the House was necessary.

Jun 18, 2025

House

PASSED TO BE ENACTED.

Jun 18, 2025

House

Sent for concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.