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ME LD657

Bill

Status

Failed

4/30/2025

Primary Sponsor

Abden Simmons

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Adds broadband internet access service and wireless access point technology to the definition of "basic necessities" under Maine's municipal general assistance program

  • Defines "broadband Internet access service" by reference to existing Maine statute (Title 10, section 1500-U)

  • Defines "wireless access point technology" as technology that allows devices with wireless capacity to connect to a network wirelessly

  • Amends 22 MRSA §4301, sub-§1, expanding the list of items municipalities must consider when providing general assistance to eligible residents

Legislative Description

An Act to Modify the Law Governing Municipal General Assistance by Designating Broadband Internet Access Service and Wireless Access Point Technology as Basic Necessities

Administration

Last Action

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

4/30/2025

Committee Referrals

Health And Human Services2/20/2025

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