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ME LD1524

Bill

Status

Failed

5/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Adam Lee

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Requires the Governor to consult directly with the Legislative Council when exercising emergency management authority and emergency powers following a proclamation

  • States of emergency cannot continue beyond 30 days unless renewed by a 3/5 vote of each House of the Legislature (previously the Governor could renew unilaterally)

  • Governor must provide detailed written weekly briefings to the Legislative Council during emergencies, documenting all actions taken and their effectiveness in addressing the crisis

  • Prohibits the Governor from reissuing, renewing, or issuing substantially similar emergency proclamations without legislative approval, including those previously terminated by the Legislature

  • Grants Superior Court jurisdiction over cases brought by individuals adversely affected by emergency actions, with expedited appeals to the Supreme Judicial Court; requires Governor's actions be "narrowly tailored" to address the specific emergency

Legislative Description

An Act to Enhance Legislative Participation in the Governor's Exercise of Emergency Powers

State Officers

Last Action

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)

5/21/2025

Committee Referrals

State And Local Government4/8/2025

Full Bill Text

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