LD556

An Act to Preserve Heating and Energy Choice by Prohibiting a Municipality from Prohibiting a Particular Energy System or Energy Distributor

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Maine LD556 prohibits municipalities from banning specific heating or energy systems or distributors.

Maine LD556 prevents municipalities from enacting ordinances or regulations that restrict the use of a chosen heating or energy system, including those for motor vehicles, or the engagement of a preferred energy distributor. This law does not exempt individuals or entities from complying with licensing or other applicable requirements. "Energy distributor" refers to those authorized to supply oil, propane, natural gas, wood, or renewable resources to consumers in Maine.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

1 Yea

D

31 Nay

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3 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 9, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

Mar 24, 2025

10:00 AM

Hearing

History

Jun 25, 2025

House

RELEASED.

Jun 25, 2025

Senate

PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence. PREVAILED

Jun 25, 2025

Senate

Roll Call Ordered Roll Call Number 646 Yeas 18 - Nays 14 - Excused 3 - Absent 0