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ME LD1023
Bill
AI Summary
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Reestablishes Maine's Blue Economy Task Force with 23 members, convened by the Department of Economic and Community Development, to support sustainable ocean-based economic development
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Task force membership includes 3 legislators, 19 appointees representing research institutions, fisheries, aquaculture, blue economy businesses and investors, plus the Maine Technology Institute president
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Primary duty is developing recommendations for establishing a "Center for the Blue Economy," including organizational structure, budget, and whether to house it within the University of Maine System or as an independent entity
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Report with findings and recommendations due to the Joint Standing Committee on Housing and Economic Development by December 3, 2025
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Appropriates $100,000 in one-time General Fund money for FY 2025-26 to match funds for blue economy research and development
Legislative Description
Resolve, to Reestablish the Blue Economy Task Force to Support Maine's Emergence as a Center for Blue Economy Innovation and Opportunity in the 21st Century
Economic Development
Last Action
FINALLY PASSED, in concurrence.
6/25/2025