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ME LD894
ME LD894An Act to Preserve Heating and Energy Choice by Prohibiting a Municipality from Prohibiting a Particular Energy System or Energy Distributor
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Introduced
02/28/2023
02/28/2023
In Committee
02/28/2023
02/28/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/14/2023
06/14/2023
Introduced Session
131st Legislature
Bill Summary
This bill prohibits municipalities from prohibiting an individual or entity from installing a heating or energy system for that individual's or entity's own heating or energy needs or engaging the services of an energy distributor of that individual's or entity's choice unless the prohibition is otherwise authorized by statute.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits municipalities from prohibiting an individual or entity from installing, connecting, or resupplying a safe and commercially available heating or energy system of their choice to serve their heating or energy needs, or from engaging the services of an energy distributor to do so, unless otherwise authorized by statute. The term "energy distributor" refers to an individual or entity allowed to distribute or supply oil, propane, natural gas, wood, renewable resources, or other related energy services to consumers in the state.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Matt Harrington (R)*,
Eric Brakey (R),
Billy Bob Faulkingham (R),
Troy Jackson (D),
Trey Stewart (R),
Last Action
Accepted Minority (ONTP) Report, Jun 14, 2023 (on 06/14/2023)
Bill Topics
Energy
- ‐ Alternative and Renewable Energy
- ‐ General Energy
- ‐ Natural Gas and Oil
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=894&snum=131 | 02/27/2023 |
| Fiscal Note: Text | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/bills_131st/fiscalpdfs/FN089401.pdf | 03/02/2023 |
| BillText | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/getPDF.asp?paper=SP0386&item=1&snum=131 | 02/27/2023 |
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