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LD 605

An Act To Provide Solutions For Sustainable Management Of Municipal Solid Waste

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Dick Campbell

Maine bill to establish sustainable municipal solid waste management practices, currently stalled in committee since March 2025.

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
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Bill Summary · LD 605

Legislative bill overview

LD 605 addresses sustainable management of municipal solid waste in Maine, though specific provisions are not detailed in the legislative record provided. The bill was introduced by Rep. Dick Campbell and has remained in committee work sessions without advancing to a vote.

Why is this important

Solid waste management is a critical infrastructure and environmental issue affecting all Maine municipalities. How states handle waste disposal, recycling, and sustainability directly impacts landfill capacity, environmental contamination, and waste management costs passed to residents and businesses.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: Sustainable waste solutions often require municipal infrastructure investment, raising concerns about property tax impacts
  • Regulatory scope: Disagreement likely exists over whether mandates should apply uniformly to all municipalities or vary by size/capacity
  • Industry stakeholder interests: Waste management companies, recyclers, and landfill operators may have competing interests in what "sustainable" requirements mean

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

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