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ME LD1111

ME LD1111
An Act to Provide Water Service Infrastructure to Fairfield Residents Affected by Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances


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Introduced
03/18/2025
In Committee
03/18/2025
Crossed Over
05/20/2025
Passed
05/21/2025
Dead

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
132nd Legislature

Bill Summary

This bill provides one-time funding to the Kennebec Water District to expand water service infrastructure in Fairfield in response to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, contamination in private wells.

AI Summary

This bill provides a one-time appropriation of $10 million from the General Fund in the 2025-26 fiscal year to the Kennebec Water District to address water infrastructure challenges in Fairfield, Maine, specifically in response to contamination by perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS are a group of human-made chemicals widely used in industrial and consumer products that have been linked to significant health concerns, and in this case, have contaminated private wells in the Fairfield area. The funding is intended to help expand water service infrastructure, which will likely involve extending public water lines to affected residents and potentially treating or replacing contaminated water sources, thereby ensuring that local residents have access to safe drinking water free from these harmful chemicals.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

CARRIED OVER, in the same posture, to any special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order SP 800. (on 06/25/2025)

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