Ghost-gun Ban  |  LD1126

LD1126 creates new restrictions on firearms lacking serial numbers, and bans “undetectable firearms” in Maine. It requires unfinished frames or receivers—and any firearm without a serial number—to be serialized by a federally licensed firearms dealer, and makes it illegal to possess, manufacture, import, sell, or transfer unserialized firearms or components except in limited circumstances. The bill establishes civil and criminal penalties that increase with repeat offenses, and requires background checks before receiving a newly serialized firearm or frame. It also prohibits the manufacture, possession, sale, or transfer of undetectable firearms—such as certain 3D-printed guns that cannot be detected by security scanners—with higher penalties for use in sensitive locations or during serious crimes.

The Maine State Senate passed LD1126 on June 25, 2025 by a vote of 17 to 16. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this legislation violates the God-given right to self-defense protected by the Second and Ninth Amendments of the U.S. Constitution. Banning individuals and businesses from engaging in firearm production restricts citizens from lawfully exercising this right. Additionally, criminalization of unserialized firearms, also known as ghost guns, imposes unconstitutional government control over personal property. State governments must reject laws that infringe on God-given, constitutionally protected rights.

Ranked-choice-voting Expansion  |  LD1666

LD1666 expands ranked-choice voting (RCV) to Maine’s general and special elections for governor, state senators, and state representatives, replacing traditional plurality voting for those offices. It updates definitions, ballot instructions, and tabulation procedures to reflect RCV, clarifying how rankings, rounds, and eliminated candidates are handled. Wardens will report only first-choice rankings on election returns, and party vote totals are based on first-round rankings. Overall, the bill extends Maine’s RCV system to all statewide and legislative general and special elections.

The Maine State Senate passed LD1666 on June 18, 2025 by a vote of 21 to 14. We have assigned pluses to the nays because RCV undermines election integrity and the electorate’s ability to choose the best candidate. By design, RCV favors moderate-to-leftist candidates who often fail to uphold the Constitution. This complex, multi-round system can result in winners who lack true plurality support, and imposes ballot-marking requirements that may pressure voters to act against their conscience. States should firmly reject all attempts to implement this unconstitutional voting method.

Renewable-energy Goals  |  LD1868

LD1868 updates the state’s renewable and clean-energy laws by setting a 2040 goal that 90 percent of retail electricity sales come from renewable resources and 10 percent from “clean resources,” including certain nuclear, hydro, and low-emission generators. The law creates a new “Class III” clean-resource category with a phased-in portfolio requirement for competitive electricity providers (ramping from 1 percent in 2031 to 10 percent by 2040), and authorizes the use and trading of “clean energy credits” alongside existing renewable energy credits. It directs the Department of Environmental Protection and governor’s Energy Office to define and verify which resources qualify as clean, expands long-term contracting and procurement rules to cover clean resources and credits (including regional joint procurements), and refines alternative compliance payment, reporting, and consumer information provisions, so that customers can buy certified renewable and clean-energy products while regulators monitor costs and market impacts.

The Maine State Senate passed LD1868 on June 17, 2025 by a vote of 19 to 16. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill entrenches state-directed energy planning and advances the United Nations’ Agenda 2030 goals. Instead of allowing the free market to determine the most efficient and affordable sources of electricity, LD1868 empowers state agencies to dictate what qualifies as acceptable energy, manipulate the market through credits and mandates, and channel taxpayer dollars into politically favored industries. Such central planning mirrors the top-down climate framework promoted by globalist entities, undermining property rights, inflating energy costs, and concentrating power in unelected bureaucracies. Maine should reject this shift toward Agenda 2030-style energy controls and restore a free, competitive energy market.

Speedy Trials  |  LD340

LD340 creates the “Maine Speedy Trial Act,” setting strict deadlines for when criminal trials must begin after arraignment, with shorter timelines phased in over several years depending on the severity of the charge. Certain delays—such as mental-health evaluations, defendant-requested continuances, or codefendant issues—do not count toward the time limit. Courts may extend deadlines only for good cause. If a trial does not begin on time, the court must dismiss the case, either with or without prejudice, after considering factors such as the seriousness of the offense and victims input. Victims must be notified of hearings on dismissal motions and may address the court.

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD340 on June 13, 2025 by a vote of 77 to 69. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because nothing should interfere with the Bill of Rights and, in this case, the Sixth Amendment guarantee that “the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial.” Elected representatives should fully embrace constitutional principles in every situation. Despite concerns about staffing, resources, and potential miscarriages of justice, none of these challenges justify infringing upon an individual’s constitutionally protected rights. For these same reasons, longer delays also increase the risk of miscarriages of justice, undermine public trust, and ultimately harm both victims and the accused. The Constitution is the solution.

Con-Con: Term Limits  |  SP0010

SP10 submits two formal applications under Article V of the U.S. Constitution asking Congress to call constitutional conventions. The first seeks a convention to propose term limits for members of the U.S. House and Senate. The second seeks a separate convention to propose 18-year staggered term limits for U.S. Supreme Court justices.

The Maine State Senate rejected SP10 on May 22, 2025 by a vote of 18 to 15 (a two-thirds majority of the Senate was required for the bill to pass). We have assigned pluses to the nays because term limits restrict the people’s right to choose their own representatives—and even more concerning is the call for an Article V “convention of the states.” Despite claims of limitation, such a convention could easily become a runaway convention with authority to rewrite or fundamentally alter the U.S. Constitution, endangering the very safeguards that restrain government power. Article V was designed to correct structural flaws, not fix the moral failings of elected officials who disregard their oaths. Rather than risk the Constitution itself, states should use their lawful authority under Article VI to enforce it as written and nullify unconstitutional federal acts. The true remedy for federal overreach is obedience to the Constitution—not revision of it.

January 6 Commemoration  |  LD702

LD702 designates January 6 as “A Day to Remember.” Each year, the governor must issue a proclamation honoring what the law describes as the “resilience of democracy” during the events of January 6, 2021, and encourage citizens to reflect on “democratic values,” “civic responsibility,” and “constitutional governance.” The law also urges schools, civic groups, and libraries to hold educational discussions and events promoting civic engagement and respect for the rule of law.

The Maine State Senate passed LD702 on May 22, 2025 by a vote of 19 to 14. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this measure enshrines into state law a misleading and politically charged narrative of January 6. Rather than promoting genuine civic understanding, LD702 requires the governor and public institutions to reinforce a storyline that ignores federal involvement, selective media framing, and the serious due-process violations suffered by many defendants. By mandating annual observances that celebrate the “resilience of democracy,” the bill transforms a complex and heavily politicized event into a tool for ideological instruction—particularly in schools and civic groups—while obscuring the constitutional concerns raised by the government’s own actions that day and afterward. Maine should not codify propaganda or compel citizens to affirm a version of events that remains deeply disputed and weaponized for partisan ends.

MaineCare Funding  |  LD1948

LD1948 is an emergency measure that immediately provides a one-time allocation of $117.6 million to fund MaineCare for fiscal year 2024-25.

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD1948 on May 20, 2025 by a vote of 93 to 50. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill pours more taxpayer money into an already unsustainable and unconstitutional program. By rushing through an emergency bailout for MaineCare, LD1948 deepens the state’s reliance on federal Medicaid dollars and props up a failing government-run healthcare model. MaineCare, as part of Medicaid, is not authorized anywhere in Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution, and these programs inevitably come with federal “quality metric” mandates and other strings attached. Instead of perpetually rescuing the system with emergency infusions, Maine should allow the free market—not government bailouts and federal dictates—to determine which providers succeed.

Abortion-drug-prescriber Protection  |  LD538

LD538 amends prescription-drug labeling rules to allow the prescriber’s name to be removed specifically for mifepristone, misoprostol, and their generic equivalents. At the prescriber’s request, the pharmacy label may list the name of the prescriber’s healthcare facility instead of the individual practitioner, while all other standard labeling requirements remain in place.

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD538 on May 20, 2025 by a vote of 75 to 71. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill conceals the identities of prescribers who dispense abortion-inducing drugs, shielding them from accountability and further normalizing the destruction of innocent human life. Mifepristone and misoprostol are used to end the life of a preborn child, and removing prescriber transparency only enables an already unrestrained abortion regime. The care of human life—not its destruction—is the highest duty of government. Yet LD538 treats abortion as routine “healthcare,” disregarding the God-given, unalienable right to life affirmed in the Declaration of Independence and secured by the Fifth and 14th Amendments. Government has no authority to hide those involved in taking human life; rather, it must protect that life at every stage.

Defend the Guard  |  LD265

LD265 prohibits Maine’s National Guard from being sent into active-duty combat overseas unless Congress issues a formal declaration of war or takes an official action authorized under Article I, Section 8, Clause 15 of the U.S. Constitution. It directs the governor to ensure compliance with this requirement while still allowing the Guard to be deployed for domestic civil missions or under Title 32 authority.

The Maine State House of Representatives voted to uphold a committee recommendation “not to pass” LD265 on April 24, 2025 by a vote of 109 to 33. We have assigned pluses to the nays because under Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution, only Congress—not the president—has the authority to declare war, raise and support armies, and call forth the militia. Clauses 11, 12, and 15 specifically limit these powers to Congress, making any unauthorized foreign deployment of state militias a violation of the Constitution.

Equal Rights Amendment  |  LD260

LD260 proposes adding an “Equality of Rights” amendment to the Maine Constitution that would bar the State or any political subdivision from denying or restricting “equal rights” on the basis of a person’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, ancestry, or national origin.

The Maine State House of Representatives rejected LD260 on April 23, 2025 by a vote of 74 to 65 (a two-thirds majority of the House was required for the bill to pass). We have assigned pluses to the nays because this amendment is both unnecessary and dangerous. Our rights are already protected under the Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment, which secure equal protection for every individual—not for groups defined by subjective or perceived traits. Measures such as LD260 open the door to the same radical reinterpretations seen at the federal level, where broad “equality” language has been used to advance anti-constitutional policies on everything from abortion to enforced gender ideology and manufactured “equity” outcomes. The underlying problem is that such amendments rest on the false premise that government can redefine human nature and erase the distinctions rooted in the laws of nature. Rather than ensuring equal justice, measures such as LD260 invite judicial activism and empower the state to impose ideological mandates under the guise of protecting rights.

Status of Women Commission  |  LD522

LD522 requires the Permanent Commission on the Status of Women to study how much gender segregation exists in Maine’s workforce—meaning whether men and women tend to be clustered in different occupations—and to determine whether this segregation leads to differences in pay or workplace safety. The commission must submit its findings in a report to the secretary of state and the Legislature’s Labor Committee by January 15, 2026, and the committee may propose related legislation afterward.

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD522 on April 15, 2025 by a vote of 82 to 63. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill expands government bureaucracy by directing yet another state commission to study supposed gender segregation in the workforce—an exercise that assumes inequality and invites policymakers to engineer outcomes through further regulation. Instead of uniting Mainers, this approach reinforces group identities and frames ordinary occupational choices as evidence of discrimination. As the Declaration of Independence affirms, “all men are created equal” and endowed with God-given rights; government’s role is to secure those rights, not to divide people into categories or use data studies to justify more interference in the free market.

Article V Convention for Campaign Finance  |  SP0173

SP173 declares that if Congress does not propose a constitutional amendment by December 31, 2026 to regulate money in politics—including increasing transparency, limiting the buying of political influence, and overturning Citizens United and related rulings—then Maine will formally apply for an Article V convention limited to that purpose. The application may be counted only with other state applications on this same topic and will remain active until two-thirds of states submit matching requests. The resolution also directs that authenticated copies be sent to Congress and every state legislature.

The Maine State Senate voted to uphold a committee recommendation “not to pass” SP173 on March 18, 2025 by a vote of 19 to 16. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because SP173 rightly rejects the push for a federal constitutional amendment that would restrict political speech under the guise of “campaign finance reform.” Efforts to regulate or limit money in politics—whether through contribution caps, mandated disclosures, or overturning Citizens United—amount to government control over how Americans may speak, associate, and spend their own resources to influence elections. Such restrictions violate the First Amendment, and convert political participation into a privilege granted by the state rather than a God-given right. Moreover, empowering Washington to police “transparency” or “corruption” inevitably leads to greater federal surveillance of candidates, citizens, and grassroots organizations. Article I, Section 4 intentionally keeps the regulation of elections primarily at the state level, closer to the people. For the sake of preserving free political expression and resisting unconstitutional federal overreach, states should refuse to advance any Article V Con-Con campaign seeking to curtail Americans’ ability to support the candidates and causes of their choosing.

Corporate-welfare Tax Credit  |  LD2258

LD2258 creates a refundable income tax credit for investments in Minor League Baseball facilities to keep teams in the state. Businesses investing at least $1 million in stadium improvements between 2023 and 2026 can receive a tax credit of 1.33% of their investment per year, up to $133,000 annually and $1.995 million total over 15 years. The bill includes reporting requirements, ensures fair wages for workers, and mandates recapturing credits if the facility ceases operations within five years.

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD2258 on April 17, 2024 by a vote of 92 to 52. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill enacts state subsidies for professional and semiprofessional sports teams, which is beyond the limited purpose and scope of government. It’s nothing but theft from the taxpayer, and Maine ought not to disparage people of their income or property.

Firearm Waiting Period  |  LD2238

LD2238 imposes a 72-hour waiting period for firearm purchases, meaning a seller cannot deliver a firearm to a buyer until three days after the purchase agreement. This waiting period runs alongside any required background checks.

The Maine State Senate passed LD2238 on April 17, 2024 by a vote of 18 to 17. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill is just another example of Maine disparaging the rights of law-abiding citizens by hindering, through warrantless inquiry and delay, their ability to freely purchase and receive a firearm—without the burden of providing probable cause or proof of criminal activity. Nevertheless, the Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment prevent “any State” from depriving or denying “any person” of “life, liberty, or property, without due process of law.” Moreover, the Second Amendment guarantees that the unalienable “right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.”

Big-government Funding  |  LD1156

LD1156 proposes a $30 million bond issue to fund the design, development, and maintenance of nonmotorized, motorized, and multi-use trails across Maine. Administered by the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, the funds will be distributed through a competitive grant process to municipalities, state agencies, and nonprofits, with at least $3 million in matching contributions from public and private sources. Projects must prioritize sustainability, accessibility, and public access. Up to 3% of the funds may be used for program administration and 1% for planning grants. The bond issue requires voter approval in a statewide referendum.

The Maine State Senate passed LD1156 on April 16, 2024 by a vote of 29 to 3. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill expands state control over land, limiting private-property rights and increasing government influence. State ownership restricts how land can be used, preventing private individuals and businesses from purchasing and developing it. Additionally, these grants allow the government to pick winners and losers, an inappropriate role for the state. With existing heavy restrictions on taxpayer-owned land, Mainers should question whether this bond represents a responsible use of public funds.

Renewable Energy Transmission  |  LD1963

LD1963 imposes new rules on the development of renewable energy transmission in northern Maine by shifting permit review to the Department of Environmental Protection and setting up a structured bidding process for new power lines and renewable energy projects. It mandates that new transmission lines connect at least 1,200 megawatts of renewable energy to the New England grid and prioritizes “energy equity.” The bill also requires developers to enter into agreements ensuring “labor stability”, “safety”, and uninterrupted construction. Additionally, it promotes regional collaboration and federal funding incentives to support Maine’s renewable energy and “climate goals.”

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD1963 on April 15, 2024 by a vote of 75 to 65. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill prioritizes government-defined “economic benefits” and so-called “energy equity” over free-market principles, while compelling developers to sign labor agreements that could drive up costs and limit competition. It also pushes regional collaboration and federal subsidies, further entrenching Maine’s dependence on federal oversight under the guise of Marxist “climate goals.”

Renewable Energy Transmission  |  LD1963

LD1963 imposes new rules on the development of renewable energy transmission in northern Maine by shifting permit review to the Department of Environmental Protection and setting up a structured bidding process for new power lines and renewable energy projects. It mandates that new transmission lines connect at least 1,200 megawatts of renewable energy to the New England grid and prioritizes “energy equity.” The bill also requires developers to enter into agreements ensuring “labor stability”, “safety”, and uninterrupted construction. Additionally, it promotes regional collaboration and federal funding incentives to support Maine’s renewable energy and “climate goals.”

The Maine State Senate passed LD1963 on April 15, 2024 by a vote of 19 to 13. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill prioritizes government-defined “economic benefits” and so-called “energy equity” over free-market principles, while compelling developers to sign labor agreements that could drive up costs and limit competition. It also pushes regional collaboration and federal subsidies, further entrenching Maine’s dependence on federal oversight under the guise of Marxist “climate goals.”

Abortion and Sex Changes  |  LD227

LD227 establishes legal protections for individuals and healthcare providers involved in “gender-affirming” and “reproductive health care” services. The law ensures that accessing such “services” is a legal “right” within the state and prohibits interference from out-of-state entities. It also safeguards healthcare practitioners from legal actions originating in other states related to these services.

The Maine State Senate passed LD227 on April 12, 2024 by a vote of 21 to 13. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill falsely declares access to these services a “right” despite no such guarantee in the Constitution, while violating the Declaration of Independence’s affirmation of unalienable rights, including life, protected by the Fifth and 14th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution. Marxists and Leftists are pushing their woke agenda—claiming that one can choose his or her own gender and pronouns, and then force society to affirm them.

Mandatory Birth-control Coverage  |  LD2203

LD2203 mandates that all health-insurance plans in Maine that cover prescription drugs must also cover both prescription and nonprescription oral hormonal contraceptives approved by the FDA. Coverage must be provided without deductibles, copayments, or other cost-sharing. Insurers must cover at least one version of each contraceptive type and allow for 12 months of supplies to be dispensed at once. The bill also requires insurers to establish a system ensuring consumers can either obtain nonprescription contraceptives without paying upfront or submit a claim for reimbursement.

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD2203 on April 11, 2024 by a vote of 81 to 64. We have assigned pluses to the nays because hormonal contraceptives, especially high-dose “morning-after” pills, can prevent uterine implantation of preborn children, effectively acting as abortifacients and causing “silent abortions.” Protecting human life—not ending it—is the government’s highest duty, as affirmed by the Declaration of Independence and the Fifth and 14th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution. Furthermore, forcing insurers to cover specific prescriptions grossly infringes on the free market.

Prohibit Paramilitary Training  |  LD2130

LD2130 prohibits unauthorized paramilitary training in Maine. It makes it a crime (Class D) to intentionally train others in using weapons or combat techniques if the trainer knows it will be used for “civil disorder.” It also bans assembling for such training with the intent of furthering “civil disorder.”

The Maine State Senate passed LD2130 on April 9, 2024 by a vote of 20 to 14. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill directly violates the First and Second Amendments of the U.S. Constitution. The First Amendment guarantees the right to peaceably assemble, and the Second Amendment affirms that a well-regulated militia is necessary to the security of a free state. Criminalizing weapons training based on perceived intent grants the government excessive power to suppress lawful assembly and self-defense. The Constitution does not grant the state authority to dictate who may train with arms or for what purpose, and any law that does so undermines the very freedoms it was designed to protect.

Prohibit Paramilitary Training  |  LD2130

LD2130 prohibits unauthorized paramilitary training in Maine. It makes it a crime (Class D) to intentionally train others in using weapons or combat techniques if the trainer knows it will be used for “civil disorder.” It also bans assembling for such training with the intent of furthering “civil disorder.”

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD2130 on April 3, 2024 by a vote of 72 to 71. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill directly violates the First and Second Amendments of the U.S. Constitution. The First Amendment guarantees the right to peaceably assemble, and the Second Amendment affirms that a well-regulated militia is necessary to the security of a free state. Criminalizing weapons training based on perceived intent grants the government excessive power to suppress lawful assembly and self-defense. The Constitution does not grant the state authority to dictate who may train with arms or for what purpose, and any law that does so undermines the very freedoms it was designed to protect.

National Popular Vote  |  LD1578

LD1578 enters Maine into the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, which would allocate the state’s electoral votes to the presidential candidate who wins the national popular vote—if enough states join to form a majority of electoral votes. It also updates Maine’s ranked-choice voting procedures for presidential elections to align with the compact. The law takes effect only if states with a majority of electoral votes enact similar legislation.

The Maine State Senate passed LD1578 on April 3, 2024 by a vote of 18 to 12. We have assigned pluses to the nays because the National Popular Vote movement undermines the Electoral College, which was designed to protect state sovereignty and prevent the “tyranny of the majority.” Article I, Section 10 of the U.S. Constitution prohibits interstate compacts without congressional approval, and altering the presidential election process requires an amendment via Article V. Additionally, ranked-choice voting is unconstitutional, weakens election integrity, and disenfranchises voters by allowing candidates to win without genuine majority support. Furthermore, Maine’s election process should be determined by its Legislature, not by popular vote, as Article IV, Section 4 in the U.S. Constitution guarantees every state a republican form of government—one based on the rule of law, not mere majority rule.

National Popular Vote  |  LD1578

LD1578 enters Maine into the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, which would allocate the state’s electoral votes to the presidential candidate who wins the national popular vote—if enough states join to form a majority of electoral votes. It also updates Maine’s ranked-choice voting procedures for presidential elections to align with the compact. The law takes effect only if states with a majority of electoral votes enact similar legislation.

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD1578 on April 2, 2024 by a vote of 73 to 72. We have assigned pluses to the nays because the National Popular Vote movement undermines the Electoral College, which was designed to protect state sovereignty and prevent the “tyranny of the majority.” Article I, Section 10 of the U.S. Constitution prohibits interstate compacts without congressional approval, and altering the presidential election process requires an amendment via Article V. Additionally, ranked-choice voting is unconstitutional, weakens election integrity, and disenfranchises voters by allowing candidates to win without genuine majority support. Furthermore, Maine’s election process should be determined by its Legislature, not by popular vote, as Article IV, Section 4 in the U.S. Constitution guarantees every state a republican form of government—one based on the rule of law, not mere majority rule.

Con-Con  |  HP1448

HP1448 applies to Congress for an Article V convention to establish term limits and address campaign finance reform.

The Main State House of Representatives rejected H1448 on March 6, 2024 by a vote of 40 to 97. We have assigned pluses to the nays because a so-called “Convention of the States” would not be of “limited” purpose. The vague and contradictory text contained in this joint resolution dangerously permits what Article V of the U.S. Constitution describes as a “convention for proposing amendments”. Notably, Article V of the U.S. Constitution was designed to correct structural deficiencies in the federal government, not the behavior of its elected officials. HP1448 should be opposed in favor of less risky, more precise, and immediate solutions that would restore power back to the states and to the people, such as clear-cut proposals in Congress to repeal bad amendments or state nullification of specific unauthorized federal laws.

Collective-bargaining Changes  |  LD2032

LD2032 modifies Maine’s labor laws regarding the selection of collective-bargaining representatives for state, university, and judicial employees. It establishes a “majority sign-up” process, allowing unions to be recognized without an election if they can demonstrate majority support through signed authorizations. If there is doubt about majority status, an election will be held. The bill also outlines procedures for secret ballot elections, run-offs, and decertification processes, ensuring anonymity and limiting challenges to representation within specific time frames.

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD2032 on March 5, 2024 by a vote of 85 to 55. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill undermines freedom of association by allowing unions to bypass secret ballot elections and gain recognition through a coercive “majority sign-up” process at the taxpayer expense. This infringes on employees’ right to freely associate—or not associate—with a union and forces collective bargaining on those who may oppose it. Moreover, taxpayer-funded employees negotiating under these rules would lead to increased costs and less accountability for the state and taxpayers. The free market, not government-backed unions, should determine labor agreements. Collective bargaining should be abolished.

Hormone Therapy for Minors  |  LD535

LD535 outlines the process by which minors, aged 16 and above, can provide informed consent for “gender-affirming” hormone therapy without parental or guardian consent.

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD535 on June 27, 2023 by a vote of 71 to 65. We have assigned pluses to the nays because Marxists and Leftists are pushing their woke agenda — telling everyone that one can choose their own gender and decide what their pronouns are. They are pushing this on younger generations, which is pure indoctrination. Additionally, 16 and 17 year olds, are not old enough to consent.

Abortion  |  LD616

LD616 ensures that medical malpractice insurers in Maine cannot penalize healthcare professionals who offer reproductive health services solely because they face disciplinary actions in another state for providing those services.

The Maine State Senate passed LD616 on June 21, 2023 by a vote of 23 to 11. We have assigned pluses to the nays because Maine should act to ban abortion, which disregards the unalienable right to life endowed by God to every person. States have a duty to not only secure this most sacred right, as guaranteed by both the 5th and 14th Amendments of the U.S. Constitution, but to also reject the notion that “heath care” is in any manner the legitimate object of government.

Abortion  |  LD616

LD616 ensures that medical malpractice insurers in Maine cannot penalize healthcare professionals who offer reproductive health services solely because they face disciplinary actions in another state for providing those services.

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD616 on June 20, 2023 by a vote of 79 to 66. We have assigned pluses to the nays because Maine should act to ban abortion, which disregards the unalienable right to life endowed by God to every person. States have a duty to not only secure this most sacred right, as guaranteed by both the 5th and 14th Amendments of the U.S. Constitution, but to also reject the notion that “heath care” is in any manner the legitimate object of government.

MaineCare Sex Changes  |  LD1040

LD1040 mandates that MaineCare provide reimbursement for treatment related to “gender dysphoria.” It also prohibits discrimination in reimbursement based on a MaineCare member’s “gender identity.”

The Maine State Senate passed LD1040 on June 20, 2023 by a vote of 23 to 10. We have assigned pluses to the nays because taxpayers should not be on the hook to cover sex change surgery for its citizens.

Minimum Wage  |  LD1376

LD1376 increases the state minimum wage of $15 per hour.

The Maine State Senate passed LD1376 on June 13, 2023 by a vote of 22 to 11. We have assigned pluses to the nays because minimum wage laws are anti-constitutional acts of government-imposed theft that violate the right to freedom of contract between employers and employees. They go against free-market principles and disparage the principles of both the 5th and 14th Amendments of the U.S. Constitution, which were intended to protect “private property” and guarantee “equal protection of the laws” for all Americans.

Minimum Wage  |  LD1376

LD1376 increases the state minimum wage of $15 per hour.

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD1376 on June 12, 2023 by a vote of 71 to 70. We have assigned pluses to the nays because minimum wage laws are anti-constitutional acts of government-imposed theft that violate the right to freedom of contract between employers and employees. They go against free-market principles and disparage the principles of both the 5th and 14th Amendments of the U.S. Constitution, which were intended to protect “private property” and guarantee “equal protection of the laws” for all Americans.

Energy Scoring System  |  LD1101

LD1101 creates a home energy scoring system to evaluate residential building energy efficiency, estimating energy use and costs, suggesting improvements, and aligning with the US Department of Energy’s standards. Recipients can voluntarily report their scores to the trust, which maintains a database of these scores.

The Maine State Senate passed LD1101 on June 12, 2023 by a vote of 22 to 10. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this is a ridiculous expansion of government and invasion of privacy. This legislation violates the fourth amendment which ensures, “the right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures.” Additionally, this legislation aligns with the goals outlined in Agenda 2030.

Civil Rights  |  LD868

LD868 extends the protections of the Maine Civil Rights Act to include actions that cause “emotional distress” or “fear of violence”, allowing the Attorney General to take legal action to safeguard these rights and empowering individuals affected to seek relief through civil actions.

The Maine State Senate passed LD868 on June 12, 2023 by a vote of 23 to 8. We have assigned pluses to the nays because taking legal action against “emotional distress” or “fear of violence” is just another red flag-type law, potentially stripping people’s First Amendment right to free speech. These terms are broad and vague, and interpretation could be subjective.

Energy Scoring System  |  LD1101

LD1101 creates a home energy scoring system to evaluate residential building energy efficiency, estimating energy use and costs, suggesting improvements, and aligning with the US Department of Energy’s standards. Recipients can voluntarily report their scores to the trust, which maintains a database of these scores.

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD1101 on June 8, 2023 by a vote of 71 to 65. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this is a ridiculous expansion of government and invasion of privacy. This legislation violates the fourth amendment which ensures, “the right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures.” Additionally, this legislation aligns with the goals outlined in Agenda 2030.

Equal Pay  |  LD1703

LD1703 modifies the Maine Equal Pay Law to stipulate that within the same establishment, employers cannot differentiate between employees based on race by offering lower wages to any employee for a particular job within the state if the requirements for skill, effort, and responsibility are comparable to those of another race.

The Maine State House of Representatives passed LD1703 on June 6, 2023 by a vote of 112 to 20. We have assigned pluses to the nays because equal pay for equal work is a liberal talking point and businesses should be paying their employees based on experience and performance or however they see fit. The government should not be telling businesses how they should be compensating their employees. That is done naturally by the free market.

Gender Records  |  LD956

LD956 requires healthcare facilities to collect data on sexual orientation and gender identity during intake and whenever demographic information is gathered.

The Maine State Senate passed LD956 on May 18, 2023 by a vote of 22 to 8. We have assigned pluses to the nays because for years the Left has been promoting radical Marxist ideas that an individual can decide whatever gender they want to be. The indoctrination that leads people to believe that they can choose their pronouns and identify as a different gender is immoral. Scientifically and biblically, there are only two genders and health officials should know better.

Taxpayer-Funded Abortions  |  LD811

LD811 reimburses MaineCare providers engaged primarily in the delivery of “comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care services.”

The Senate passed LD811 on April 25, 2022, by a vote of 18 to 12. We have assigned pluses to the nays because states should act to ban abortion and secure the right to life for all persons. The right to life is the most fundamental, God-given, and unalienable right asserted in the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the 5th and 14th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution.

State-Controlled Health Care  |  LD1045

LD1045 establishes the Maine Health Care Plan, which provides universal health care coverage to all residents of the state.

The Senate passed LD1045 on June 16, 2021, by a vote of 21 to 13. We have pluses to the nays because health care is not the legitimate object of government, nor should be under federal, state, or local jurisdiction in the United States. No state should compel its citizens to furnish taxpayer money for a government-run health care system or any other unconstitutional project in violation of the Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment.

State-Controlled Health Care  |  LD1045

LD1045 establishes the Maine Health Care Plan, which provides universal health care coverage to all residents of the state.

The House passed LD1045 on June 15, 2021, by a vote of 81 to 58. We have pluses to the nays because health care is not the legitimate object of government, nor should be under federal, state, or local jurisdiction in the United States. No state should compel its citizens to furnish taxpayer money for a government-run health care system or any other unconstitutional project in violation of the Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment.

Gender Changes on Birth Certificates  |  LD855

LD855 permits the issuance of a new certificate of birth following an application for a “gender marker” change.

The House passed LD855 on June 14, 2021, by a vote of 82 to 56. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill attempts to erase manhood and womanhood by absurdly replacing biological “sex” on birth certificates with fictional “gender markers” that endorse homosexuality and transgenderism. The state does not have the constitutional authority to redefine males and females, who — as the Declaration of Independence affirms — are created by God and form the basis of self-government, which begins with the individual and the family.

[Motion to Defeat] Right to Self-Defense  |  LD1138

LD1138 would permit the use of deadly force to prevent death or serious bodily injury in self-defense, or in defense of a 3^rd person, or to prevent a kidnapping, robbery, or gross sexual assault.

The Senate passed a motion to defeat LD1138 on June 14, 2021, by a vote of 20 to 15. We have assigned pluses to the nays because government has a duty to secure the natural, individual, and unalienable right to self-defense — of one’s life, liberty, and property. This fundamental right belongs to the people and is guaranteed by the Bill of Rights and the 14^th Amendment.

Ranked-Choice Voting in Maine’s Constitution  |  LD202

LD202 proposes to amend the Constitution of Maine to implement ranked-choice voting in general elections for the offices of Governor, State Senator, and State representative.

The House failed to pass LD202 on June 8, 2021, by a vote of 77 to 65 (two-thirds vote required). We have assigned pluses to the nays because states should oppose all attempts to enact ranked-choice voting. This complicated, multiple-round, and unconstitutional method threatens election integrity by allowing a candidate to potentially win without genuine support from a plurality of voters. The scheme’s ballot casting requirements not only undermine a citizen’s right to vote, but could effectively force them to violate their conscience.

[Motion to Defeat] Limiting the Governor’s Emergency Powers  |  LD980

LD980 would place several limitations on the powers of the Governor to issue and maintain an emergency proclamation, and specify that a violation by the Governor of the exercise of emergency powers is an impeachable offense.  

The Senate passed a motion to defeat LD980 on June 8, 2021, by a vote of 21 to 13. We have assigned pluses to the nays because Article IV, Section 1, of the Maine Constitution vests legislative power in the House of Representatives and the Senate, not the Governor. Each state, under Article IV, Section 4, of the U.S. Constitution, is guaranteed a republican form of government, which requires a limitation and separation of powers.

[Motion to Defeat] Limiting the Governor’s Emergency Powers  |  LD980

LD980 would place several limitations on the powers of the Governor to issue and maintain an emergency proclamation, and specify that a violation by the Governor of the exercise of emergency powers is an impeachable offense.  

The House passed a motion to defeat LD980 on June 7, 2021, by a vote of 78 to 62. We have assigned pluses to the nays because Article IV, Section 1, of the Maine Constitution vests legislative power in the House of Representatives and the Senate, not the Governor. Each state, under Article IV, Section 4, of the U.S. Constitution, is guaranteed a republican form of government, which requires a limitation and separation of powers.

[Motion to Defeat] Right to Self-Defense  |  LD1138

LD1138 would permit the use of deadly force to prevent death or serious bodily injury in self-defense, or in defense of a 3^rd person, or to prevent a kidnapping, robbery, or gross sexual assault.  

The House passed a motion to defeat LD1138 on June 3, 2021, by a vote of 79 to 62. We have assigned pluses to the nays because government has a duty to secure the natural, individual, and unalienable right to self-defense — of one’s life, liberty, and property. This fundamental right belongs to the people and is guaranteed by the Bill of Rights and the 14^th Amendment.

[Motion to Defeat] Article V Convention: Term Limits  |  HP0438

HP348 would apply to Congress to call an “Article V constitutional convention to propose an amendment to the United States Constitution to impose congressional term limits.”  

The Senate passed a motion to defeat HP348 on June 2, 2021, by a vote of 21 to 13. We have assigned pluses to the yeas because term limits conflict with the right of the American people to choose their representatives. Moreover, states should act immediately to nullify all unconstitutional federal laws, rather than risk an Article V convention. Article V of the U.S. Constitution was designed to correct potential errors or defects in the Constitution, not the failure of elected officials to uphold their oath of office.

[Motion to Defeat] Article V Convention: Term Limits  |  HP0438

HP348 would apply to Congress to call an “Article V constitutional convention to propose an amendment to the United States Constitution to impose congressional term limits.”  

The House passed a motion to defeat HP348 on May 19, 2021, by a vote of 80 to 61. We have assigned pluses to the yeas because term limits conflict with the right of the American people to choose their representatives. Moreover, states should act immediately to nullify all unconstitutional federal laws, rather than risk an Article V convention. Article V of the U.S. Constitution was designed to correct potential errors or defects in the Constitution, not the failure of elected officials to uphold their oath of office.

“Racial Impact Statements” for Legislation  |  LD2

LD2 requires, upon the request of a legislative committee, the preparation of a “racial impact statement,” which assesses the potential impact that legislation could have on “historically disadvantaged” racial populations.

The Senate passed LD2 on March 11, 2021, by a vote of 25 to 7. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this bill divides and targets citizens on account of race, which makes it unconstitutional as well as immoral. The Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment guarantee that no state shall deprive “any person” of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law, nor deny them the “equal protection” of the laws.