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ME LD316
ME LD316RESOLUTION, Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of Maine to Create Equity in State Senate Representation
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Introduced
01/30/2025
01/30/2025
In Committee
01/30/2025
01/30/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/09/2025
06/09/2025
Introduced Session
132nd Legislature
Bill Summary
This resolution proposes to amend the Constitution of Maine to reduce the size of the Senate from no more than 35 members to 32 members as a result of reapportioning to 2 Senators per county. The resolution also requires the redrawing of district lines in 2026 to coincide with the counties of the State.
AI Summary
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to modify the Maine State Senate's composition and representation structure. Specifically, the bill aims to reduce the Senate size from a maximum of 35 members to a fixed 32 members, with a key change being that starting in 2026, Senators will be elected with two Senators representing each county. The legislation mandates that the Legislature convening in January 2026 must redraw senatorial districts so they align precisely with county boundaries, ensuring each county has equal representation with two Senators. The proposed amendment will be placed on a statewide ballot in November, where voters will decide whether to approve the change. If approved, the new Senate structure will become effective on December 2, 2026. This proposal is intended to create more equitable representation across Maine's counties by standardizing Senate district boundaries and ensuring consistent representation regardless of county population size.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (7)
Dick Campbell (R)*,
Gary Drinkwater (R),
Irene Gifford (R),
Abigail Griffin (R),
Shelley Rudnicki (R),
Michael Soboleski (R),
Tiffany Strout (R),
Last Action
Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD) (on 06/09/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=316&snum=132 |
| BillText | https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/getPDF.asp?paper=HP0216&item=1&snum=132 |
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