WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

SP 878

Ordered, The House Concurring, That When The Senate And House Adjourn, They Do So Until Tuesday, January 27, 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 adjourns both chambers until January 27, 2026, at 10 AM, with provision for early recall by leadership.

In concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · SP 878

Legislative bill overview

SP 878 is a procedural order that adjourns both chambers of the Maine legislature until Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM, or until recalled by the President of the Senate and Speaker of the House. This is a routine housekeeping measure that sets the next convening date for the legislature.

Why is this important

Adjournment orders establish when legislators will reconvene to conduct business. This determines when new bills can be introduced, committees can meet, and legislative work resumes. The provision allowing early recall by leadership enables the chambers to reconvene sooner if urgent matters arise.

Potential points of contention

  • No substantive controversy anticipated — This is a standard procedural measure with no policy content
  • Timing considerations — The one-week gap may be questioned if urgent legislative business emerges, though the recall provision addresses this
  • Transparency — The "call of the President/Speaker" language gives leadership discretion to reconvene without full chamber votes, which some might view as concentrated power

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

Sign in to ask a question.