LD1935

An Act to Increase Penalties for Violations Related to Water Well Drilling

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Maine LD1935 increases penalties for unlicensed water well drilling and related violations.

Maine LD1935 amends the Maine Revised Statutes to increase the maximum fine for licensing violations and certain code violations related to well drilling from $1,000 to $25,000. It also classifies unlicensed drilling of water wells or geothermal heat exchange wells as a Class D crime. The bill applies to individuals, companies, firms, partnerships, and corporations, except for apprentice well drillers or pump installers.

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Calendar

May 14, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

May 13, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

History

Jun 5, 2025

Senate

Reports Read

Jun 5, 2025

Senate

On motion by Senator TIPPING of Penobscot the Majority Ought Not to Pass Report ACCEPTED in concurrence.

Jun 5, 2025

Senate

Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)