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.