Budget & Taxes

died · Maine · House Apr 29, 2026

LD 1957: An Act To Promote Film Production In Maine

LD 1957 creates a certification system for film productions filming in Maine, allowing qualifying companies to access tax credits and reimbursements. It directly affects film production companies that meet specific criteria, such as demonstrating job creation for Mainers and spending at least $75,000 per individual on wages or services within the state. To qualify, companies must provide proof of employment benefits, confirm no state loan defaults, submit a production schedule, and agree to withhold taxes on payments to "loan-out companies" (entities used by actors/artists). The bill enables certified productions to claim tax credits for eligible expenses like crew wages, equipment rentals, and local services, aiming to boost Maine's film industry and local hiring.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax credits/reimbursements to qualifying film companies, directly reducing their tax burden as fiscal incentive for economic development.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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signed · Maine · Senate Jul 1, 2025

LD 125: An Act To Increase The Total Amount Of Credits Authorized Under The Maine Seed Capital Tax Credit Program

LD 125 increases the annual limit for Maine Seed Capital Tax Credit Program tax credits from $5 million to $10 million for investments made in calendar years beginning with 2027. This bill directly affects investors who qualify under the program by allowing the Finance Authority of Maine to issue up to $10 million in tax credits annually for qualifying early-stage business investments. The key change is doubling the maximum annual credit amount available for investments after 2026. This adjustment aims to support continued investment in Maine's startup and early-stage business ecosystem. The program helps investors offset taxes by funding qualifying businesses, with the new limit applying to all subsequent years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases tax credit limits for seed capital investments, providing tax relief under Maine's Seed Capital Tax Credit Program.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

signed · Maine · Senate Jul 1, 2025

LD 1951: An Act To Promote Food Processing And Manufacturing Facility Expansion And Create Jobs

LD 1951 modifies Maine's tax credit program for food processing and manufacturing facility expansions. It increases the annual tax credit rate from 1.8% to 2% of qualified investments for facilities meeting new criteria, effective 2027. The bill raises the total funding cap for approved projects from $100 million to $200 million and sets a new $100 million maximum per project. To qualify, applicants must employ at least 40 full-time Maine-based workers within 12 months of facility startup and meet specific wage requirements tied to county income levels. This primarily affects businesses seeking tax incentives for expanding or building new food processing facilities in Maine.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax credit rate (1.8%→2%) and funding cap ($100M→$200M) for food processing incentives, directly advancing tax incentive policy to stimulate economic growth.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRequires 40 full-time Maine workers per project within 12 months, directly promoting job creation and employment standards.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

failed · Maine · Senate Jun 16, 2025

LD 372: An Act To Protect Maine People From Inflation By Exempting Gold And Silver Coins And Bullion From The State Sales And Use Tax

LD 372 exempts sales of qualifying gold and silver coins and bullion from Maine's state sales and use tax, effective January 1, 2026. The bill specifically covers coins, bars, or rounds marked by weight, purity, and content (like investment-grade bullion), but excludes fabricated gold or silver used for industrial, professional, or artistic purposes. This policy change directly affects consumers and businesses purchasing these specific precious metal products, reducing their tax burden. The exemption is a straightforward tax policy adjustment with no additional mechanisms or requirements described in the bill text.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts investment-grade gold/silver sales from state sales tax, providing direct tax relief to consumers/businesses purchasing qualifying bullion, aligning with tax relief indicators.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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failed · Maine · House Jun 16, 2025

LD 291: An Act To Eliminate The Lodging Tax On Campground Sites And Revert To Using The Current Sales Tax

LD 291 eliminates the 9% lodging tax on campground rentals (for tourist and trailer camps) and instead applies Maine's standard 5.5% general sales tax to these stays. This change directly affects campground operators and guests staying in these facilities, reducing their tax burden starting January 1, 2026. The bill modifies Maine Revised Statutes §1811 to remove campground living quarters from the higher tax rate category. It does not alter the tax treatment of hotels or rooming houses, which remain subject to the 9% rate. The policy change simplifies tax application for campground rentals without creating new exemptions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReduces tax burden from 9% to 5.5% on campgrounds, providing tax relief per support indicators95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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failed · Maine · House Jun 12, 2025

LD 1657: An Act To Expand The Use Of Tax Increment Revenue For Affordable Housing By Adding Authorized Project Costs

LD 1657 expands Maine municipalities' ability to use tax increment revenue for affordable housing by adding specific allowable costs. The bill allows funds to cover development, purchase, operation, and financial support of affordable housing projects, including costs for creating municipal loan or grant programs that assist qualifying homebuyers. Crucially, it removes the requirement that these housing projects must be located within designated affordable housing development districts. This change gives municipalities greater flexibility to support affordable housing initiatives and workforce recruitment efforts outside existing tax increment zones.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands municipal use of existing tax increment revenue for affordable housing, funding essential housing programs through fiscal mechanisms without new taxes.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands tax increment funding for affordable housing by adding allowable costs and removing location restrictions, directly advancing affordable housing access.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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failed · Maine · House Jun 11, 2025

LD 856: An Act To Phase Out The Income Tax

LD 856 would eliminate Maine's individual and corporate income tax through a phased reduction schedule. Starting in 2026, the tax owed would be reduced by 20% each year (80% in 2026, 60% in 2027, 40% in 2028, 20% in 2029), with no income tax imposed beginning January 1, 2030. This applies to all Maine residents and businesses paying income tax under current law. The bill modifies tax brackets and rates for 2017-2029 before fully eliminating the tax.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill explicitly phases out Maine's income tax (2026-2030), weakening the state's tax base and fiscal structure per its title and summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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failed · Maine · House Jun 9, 2025

LD 1505: An Act To Phase Out The Sales And Use Tax

LD 1505 phases out Maine's sales and use tax by gradually reducing the tax rate by 0.5 percentage points every two years, starting January 1, 2026, until the rate reaches 0% for all taxable categories. It directly affects businesses selling tangible goods, digital products, and taxable services, as well as consumers purchasing these items. The bill requires the State Tax Assessor to publish updated tax rates on a public website every two years before each reduction and submit legislative proposals to adjust tax laws accordingly. This process ensures transparency and administrative updates as the tax is eliminated over time.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesPhasing out sales tax reduces state revenue, weakening the tax system and opposing current fiscal structure.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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failed · Maine · House Jun 9, 2025

LD 1707: An Act To Require A Person To Be A United States Citizen To Receive State Or Local Financial Assistance And To Ensure Municipal Compliance With Federal Immigration Laws

LD 1707 requires all individuals to be U.S. citizens to receive most state or local financial assistance in Maine, including municipal aid programs. The bill exempts general purpose school funding distributed under Title 20-A, Chapter 606-B. It also makes municipalities ineligible for state funding (like revenue sharing or general assistance) if they prohibit local officials from sharing immigration status information with federal authorities, aligning with federal immigration law (specifically the 1996 Illegal Immigration Reform Act). This policy directly affects non-citizen residents seeking financial aid and requires municipal compliance with federal immigration information-sharing requirements.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts state funding eligibility to U.S. citizens, limiting government spending on non-citizens and reducing municipal access to state financial assistance programs.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts non-citizen access to state/local financial aid and mandates sharing immigration status with federal authorities per federal law.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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failed · Maine · House Jun 5, 2025

LD 1476: An Act To Support Maine'S Homeless Shelters By Imposing A Fee For Booking Hotels, Short-Term Rentals And Recreational Vehicle Camping Reservations

LD 1476 imposes a $2 fee on the rental of living quarters in hotels or short-term rentals, and on recreational vehicle camping reservations, starting January 1, 2026. The revenue generated from this fee must be directed to the Maine Department of Health and Human Services. This funding is specifically designated to support the operational costs of homeless shelters across the state. The bill directly affects property owners and renters in the hospitality and camping sectors, while providing new resources for shelter services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesImposes new $2 fee on hospitality sectors to fund homeless shelter operations, directly increasing state budget allocation for essential public services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds homeless shelter operations via hospitality fees, directly addressing homelessness and supporting housing stability for vulnerable populations.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Budget & Taxes

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