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This bill directs the Maine judicial branch to conduct a comprehensive inspection and space study of the Rumford Courthouse located at 145 Congress Street, which also houses the Rumford Police Department. The primary goal is to assess the building's condition and determine what updates and improvements are necessary to resume jury trials in the facility. By April 1, 2027, the judicial branch is required to submit a detailed report to the legislative committee responsible for judicial matters, outlining all required structural and cosmetic improvements, along with an estimated timeline for completing the renovations. The report will provide a thorough evaluation of the courthouse's current state and potential restoration needs, and the receiving legislative committee will have the option to introduce additional legislation based on the findings of the inspection and study.

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https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1085&snum=132