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ME · LD1226FINAL · 9 COSPONSORS

An Act to Protect Consumers by Licensing Residential Building Contractors

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This bill creates a new law to license residential building contractors in Maine. It establishes a Residential Construction Board to oversee the licensing process, set standards, and handle applications for contractors working on projects over $15,000 or those involving two or more licensed professionals. Contractors must be licensed starting January 1, 2027, and face penalties for violations, including fines and loss of lien claims.

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Votes
Sponsorship · 10 Sponsors
Democrat10Republican0Independent0Other0
  • D · PrimeTiffany Roberts-Lovell
  • D · CoDonna Bailey
  • D · CoJoseph Baldacci
  • D · CoGlenn Curry
  • D · CoValli Geiger
  • D · CoCassie Julia
  • D · CoChristopher Kessler
  • D · CoAnne-Marie Mastraccio
  • D · CoDaniel Sayre
  • D · CoDaniel Shagoury
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