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LD 870

An Act Regarding The Membership Of The Maine Land Use Planning Commission

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Rick Bennett and 9 co-sponsors

LD 870: An Act Regarding The Membership Of The Maine Land Use Planning Commission OverviewBill Number: LD 870 Title: An Act Regarding The Membership Of The Maine Land Use Planning

Became Law without Governor's Signature
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Bill Summary · LD 870

LD 870: An Act Regarding The Membership Of The Maine Land Use Planning Commission

Overview

Bill Number: LD 870
Title: An Act Regarding The Membership Of The Maine Land Use Planning Commission
Status: HELD BY THE GOVERNOR
Introduced: March 04, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of LD 870 is to modify the composition and appointment process for the Maine Land Use Planning Commission (LUPC). The bill aims to increase representation from local communities and stakeholders affected by the LUPC's decisions.

Key Provisions

  • Expands the LUPC from 7 to 9 members
  • Requires that 4 of the 9 members be appointed from a list of nominees submitted by county commissioners in the LUPC's jurisdiction
  • Mandates that at least 2 of the 9 members reside within the LUPC's jurisdiction
  • Specifies that the Governor's appointments must be confirmed by the Legislature's Joint Standing Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry

Affected Parties and Impacts

The bill would directly impact the composition and appointment process for the Maine Land Use Planning Commission. This could lead to increased local representation and influence on the LUPC's decisions, which could benefit county governments, municipalities, and other stakeholders within the LUPC's jurisdiction.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

LD 870 was introduced on March 4, 2025 and is currently being held by the Governor. The bill will need to be taken up again in the next legislative session for further consideration and potential enactment. If signed into law, the changes to LUPC membership would take effect for future appointments to the commission.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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