Bill > LD1454

This bill modifies the definition of "term" in Maine's term limits law specifically for certain state constitutional officers. Currently, a partial term served before the 3rd Wednesday in June of an odd-numbered year counts toward term limits for state Senators and Representatives. The bill changes this starting point for the Secretary of State, Treasurer of State, Attorney General, and State Auditor to the first Wednesday in December of an odd-numbered year. This means that if these officers serve in a partial term before that specific date, it will not be considered a full term for purposes of calculating their term limits. The practical effect is to provide these four specific constitutional officers with more flexibility in how partial terms are counted, potentially allowing them to serve slightly longer before hitting term limit restrictions. The change is narrow and technical, affecting only the calculation of terms for these specific state-level positions.

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https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1454&snum=132