Bill > LD870

This bill increases the number of members on the Maine Land Use Planning Commission (LUPC), which is responsible for implementing land use planning in certain areas of Maine, from 9 to 11. It establishes new appointment processes, including two appointments by the Governor: one with expertise in natural resources and the commission's jurisdiction, and another from a federally recognized Indian nation in Maine. Additionally, the President of the Senate and Speaker of the House will jointly appoint one at-large member with scientific or technical expertise. The bill also modifies the appointment process for county representatives, requiring more public notice and a clearer evaluation of candidates, and introduces term limits of two consecutive terms for all members. Furthermore, it changes the quorum requirement for commission meetings to a simple majority and updates the administrative procedures for rule-making. Finally, the bill allocates funds for technology, administrative overhead, and per diem expenses for the additional board members.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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