LD1733

An Act to Provide Reduced Interest Rates for Logging and Fishing Operations

Complete·6/10/25

Establishes a loan program with reduced interest rates for logging and fishing enterprises in Maine.

This bill creates the Improvements to Logging and Fishing Enterprises Loan Program within the Finance Authority of Maine. It authorizes loans to logging and fishing enterprises for purchasing capital equipment, refinancing existing loans, and other eligible uses. The interest rate for these loans is capped at 2%. The program aims to increase the availability of capital for these enterprises. The authority overseeing the program must submit an annual report detailing the effectiveness of the program, including job creation and business revenue.

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Calendar

May 15, 2025

9:00 AM

Hearing

May 12, 2025

11:00 AM

Hearing

History

Jun 10, 2025

Senate

PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.

Jun 9, 2025

House

CONSENT CALENDAR - FIRST DAY

Jun 9, 2025

House

Under suspension of the rules CONSENT CALENDAR - SECOND DAY.