LD 244·ME·senate
An Act To Provide Safe, Short-Term Housing To Indigent Individuals Recently Released From Correctional Facilities
FailedFiled Jan 21, 2025
Sponsor: Rachel Talbot Ross (D)
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Died in Possession of the Senate when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was PLACED IN THE LEGISLATIVE FILES. (DEAD)
Apr 29, 2026
Summary
The bill would have the Department of Corrections, together with the Maine State Housing Authority, provide safe, short‑term housing to people who leave prison with no means of support. A dedicated fund would be set up to pay for the housing, and the Housing Authority would study longer‑term solutions. The measure did not pass and died when the Senate adjourned.
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