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ME LD1428

Bill

Status

Passed

6/9/2025

Primary Sponsor

Ryan Fecteau

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Child care facilities and family child care providers may operate without on-site outdoor recreational space if a public recreational space is available within reasonable distance

  • Child care facilities and family child care providers are now permitted uses in residential zoning districts, subject to the same requirements as other residential properties

  • Removes municipal zoning barriers that previously restricted or prohibited child care operations in residential areas

  • Signed into law on June 12, 2025 as Public Law Chapter 288

Legislative Description

An Act to Increase Access to Child Care for Maine Families

Children And Families

Last Action

PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.

6/9/2025

Committee Referrals

Health And Human Services4/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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