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ME LD789
Bill
AI Summary
- Proposes amending the Maine Constitution (Article IV, Part Third, §24) to limit any governor-declared state of emergency to a maximum of 60 days
- Requires legislative approval for any subsequent state of emergency beyond the initial 60-day period, with each extension also limited to 60 days
- Requires two-thirds approval from both legislative branches to place the amendment on the ballot
- Would appear on a statewide November ballot as a referendum question for Maine voters to ratify
- Presented by Senator Stewart of Aroostook with bipartisan cosponsors from both chambers
Legislative Description
RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Require Legislative Approval of Any State of Emergency Lasting Longer than 60 Days
State Officers
Last Action
Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
5/21/2025
Committee Referrals
State And Local Government3/4/2025
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