LD985

An Act to Impose a Moratorium on the Ownership or Operation of Hospitals in the State by Private Equity Companies or Real Estate Investment Trusts

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Maine LD985 prohibits private equity companies and real estate investment trusts from acquiring or increasing control over hospitals until June 15.

Maine LD985 imposes a moratorium on private equity companies and real estate investment trusts acquiring or increasing ownership, operational control, or financial control over hospitals in the state. This prohibition remains in effect until June 15, 2029. The bill defines key terms such as "hospital," "indirect ownership interest," "operational control," "ownership interest," "private equity company," and "real estate investment trust." The moratorium aims to prevent these entities from influencing hospital operations or finances during the specified period.

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Calendar

May 22, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

May 6, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

History

Jun 10, 2025

Senate

PASSED TO BE ENACTED - Emergency - 2/3 Elected Required, in concurrence.

Jun 9, 2025

House

CONSENT CALENDAR - FIRST DAY

Jun 9, 2025

House

Under suspension of the rules CONSENT CALENDAR - SECOND DAY.