LD253

An Act to Prevent the MaineCare Program from Covering Abortion Services

Failed·6/10/25
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Maine LD253 repeals the requirement for the MaineCare Program to cover abortion services.

Maine LD253 repeals the requirement that the Department of Health and Human Services fund abortion services for MaineCare members. This bill removes the mandate that the State pay for abortion services not covered by Medicaid. The repeal affects the MaineCare Program, which provides healthcare coverage to eligible individuals in Maine.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

20 Yea

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14 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 1, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

Mar 28, 2025

9:30 AM

Hearing

History

Jun 10, 2025

Senate

Reports Read

Jun 10, 2025

Senate

On motion by Senator CARNEY of Cumberland the Majority Ought Not to Pass Report ACCEPTED in concurrence. PREVAILED

Jun 10, 2025

Senate

Roll Call Ordered Roll Call Number 426 Yeas 20 - Nays 14 - Excused 1 - Absent 0