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LD 2198·ME·house

An Act To Implement Certain Recommendations Related To The Ratio Of Debt To Equity In Transactions Involving Health Care Entities From The Commission To Evaluate The Scope Of Regulatory Review And Oversight Over Health Care Transactions That Impact The Delivery Of Health Care Services In The State

FailedFiled Feb 10, 2026
Sponsor: Kristi MATHIESON
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Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)

Mar 3, 2026

Summary

The bill would forbid any transaction involving a health‑care provider, facility, or provider organization if the entity’s debt‑to‑equity ratio is greater than 50%. It applies to all such entities except nursing facilities, aiming to limit financial risk and protect the delivery of health services. The measure was reported out of committee but ultimately failed and is dead.

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