LD 298·ME·house
An Act To Employ Mental Health Personnel Within The Maine State Police
FailedFiled Jan 30, 2025
Sponsor: Joseph UNDERWOOD
Latest Action
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 add one Behavioral Health Coordinator Supervisor and three Behavioral Health Coordinators—each assigned to a different state police field troop. These staff would be responsible for making decisions about the health, safety and welfare of community members who have interacted with law‑enforcement officers. Funding for the positions would come from the General Fund and Highway Fund for fiscal years 2025‑26 and 2026‑27.
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