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An Act Increasing the Debt Limit of the West Paris Water District Emergency preamble. Whereas, acts and resolves of the Legislature do not become effective until 90 days after adjournment unless enacted as emergencies; and Whereas, the West Paris Water District is under an administrative order from the Maine drinking water program to replace a water storage tank by December 31, 2027; and Whereas, the needed funds exceed the current borrowing capacity of the district; and Whereas, the district needs an immediate increase in its borrowing authority in order to timely schedule the needed improvements; and Whereas, in the judgment of the Legislature, these facts create an emergency within the meaning of the Constitution of Maine and require the following legislation as immediately necessary for the preservation of the public peace, health and safety; now, therefore,

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Joseph Martin (R)*, 

Governor's Action: Emergency Signed, Apr 13, 2026 (on 04/13/2026)

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