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SP 888

Ordered, The House Concurring, That When The Senate And House Adjourn, They Do So Until Tuesday, February 10, 2026, At 10:00 In The Morning, Or Until The Call Of The President Of The Senate And The Speaker Of The House, Respectively.

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Teresa Pierce

Maine legislature orders both chambers to adjourn until February 10, 2026, at 10 AM, with authority for leadership to recall early if needed.

In concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.
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Bill Summary · SP 888

Legislative bill overview

SP 888 is a procedural order from the Maine legislature establishing an adjournment date for both the Senate and House. The bill sets February 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM as the scheduled reconvening date, with provisions allowing earlier recall by the Senate President and House Speaker if needed.

Why is this important

Adjournment orders are standard legislative housekeeping that allow lawmakers to recess between sessions while maintaining the ability to reconvene quickly for urgent business. This particular order affects the formal calendar of Maine's legislature during the 2026 session.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public visibility: Adjournment orders typically receive minimal public scrutiny, so the rationale for this specific date may not be widely understood or debated
  • Emergency recall provisions: The "call of the President" language grants significant discretionary power to leadership to reconvene without a full legislative vote
  • Session timing: Depending on pending legislation, some stakeholders might prefer earlier or later adjournment dates

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

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