Bill > LD1331

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to Maine's state constitution that would limit the Governor's ability to convene the Legislature after it has adjourned without day (a legal term meaning the Legislature has concluded its session with no specified return date). Specifically, the amendment would prevent the Governor from calling the Legislature back into session for 90 days after such an adjournment. The proposed change would be submitted to Maine voters in a November statewide referendum, where voters will be asked to approve or reject the amendment by voting "Yes" or "No" on a ballot. If a majority of voters support the amendment, it will become part of the Maine Constitution on the date the Governor proclaims its adoption. The purpose of this limitation appears to be to provide a waiting period and potentially reduce the Governor's power to immediately recall the Legislature after it has formally concluded its session, thus ensuring a more structured legislative process.

Government Affairs

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1331&snum=132