LD57

An Act to Enable Maine National Guard Commanders to More Efficiently Effect Disciplinary Measures Through the Maine Code of Military Justice

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This bill amends the Maine Code of Military Justice to streamline disciplinary measures for Maine National Guard members.

The bill makes several amendments to the Maine Code of Military Justice to enable more efficient disciplinary measures for Maine National Guard members. It includes changes to the authority of officers to impose punishments, such as forfeiture of pay, extra duties, and prohibition of promotion. Additionally, it specifies that marine patrol officers representing the Department of Marine Resources in libel proceedings are subject to the Code. The bill also clarifies the applicability of the Code to members serving out-of-state and those enrolled in law school.

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Calendar

Feb 26, 2025

11:30 AM

Hearing

Feb 5, 2025

10:00 AM

Hearing

History

May 21, 2025

Senate

PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.

May 20, 2025

Joint

Reported Out: OTP-AM

May 20, 2025

House

PASSED TO BE ENACTED.