LD798

An Act to Authorize a General Fund Bond Issue to Fund Mass Timber Manufacturing

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Authorizes a $50,000,000 bond issue to fund mass timber manufacturing in Maine.

This bill authorizes the issuance of $50,000,000 in bonds to finance the design, construction, or retrofitting of a manufacturing facility for mass timber in Maine. Mass timber involves large, engineered wood panels and includes products like cross-laminated timber. The proceeds must be used for this purpose and are subject to voter approval in a statewide election. If approved, the bonds will be issued under the direction of the Governor and managed by the Treasurer of State.

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Calendar

Apr 9, 2025

10:00 AM

Hearing

History

Apr 29

House

The Bill was in the possession of the Committee on Appropriations and Financial Affairs when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was placed in the Legislative Files. (DEAD)

Jun 25, 2025

Joint

Carry Over Approved

Jun 25, 2025

House

Carried over, in the same posture, to any special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order SP 800.