An Act To Reinforce Free Speech At Town Meetings By Allowing Persons A Minimum Amount Of Time In Which To Speak

LD 1091 requires that at Maine town meetings, a person recognized by the moderator to speak must be allowed at least two minutes to speak. Non-voters must still obtain approval from two-thirds of the voters present to speak, as specified in the amended statute. The bill adds this minimum speaking time requirement to existing law, ensuring speakers cannot be cut off prematurely. This change applies to all recognized speakers at town meetings across Maine, reinforcing consistent speaking opportunities.