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ME LD2041

Bill

Status

Passed

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Sheila Lyman

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Removes the $900,000 debt limit for the North Jay Water District, allowing trustees to borrow amounts they deem necessary without a statutory cap
  • Amends the district's original 1951 charter (P&SL 1951, c. 107, §9), which was last modified in 2003
  • Enacted as emergency legislation to take effect immediately upon approval, bypassing the standard 90-day waiting period
  • Addresses urgent need for a new water main to protect the health of district residents
  • Authorizes the district to issue bonds, notes, or other debt instruments for water infrastructure construction, maintenance, extensions, and improvements

Legislative Description

An Act to Increase the Debt Limit of the North Jay Water District

Water Districts

Last Action

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

2/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Energy, Utilities And Technology12/3/2025

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