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ME LD2018
Bill
Status
12/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kristi Mathieson
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AI Summary
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Prohibits pooling of risk, financial resources, or administration among multiple employers for self-insurance plans under Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave benefits program
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Requires employers with self-insurance plans to furnish a bond to the State with a surety company authorized to transact business in Maine, in the form, amount, and manner required by the department
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Adds pooling among multiple employers as a new ground for the department to revoke or deny approval of a private self-insurance plan
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Applies retroactively to April 1, 2025
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Amends 26 MRSA §850-H, originally enacted by PL 2023, c. 412
Legislative Description
An Act to Amend the Requirements Governing Self-insurance Plans in the Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Program
Employment Practices
Last Action
Voted: Divided Report
3/10/2026