Approved: 04/08/25
LD 502 LR 1010(01)
FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27
Projections
FY 2027-28
Projections
FY 2028-29
Net Cost (Savings)
General Fund $109,480 $117,482 $119,494 $124,326
Appropriations/Allocations
General Fund $109,480 $117,482 $119,494 $124,326
Fiscal Detail and Notes
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement
This bill changes the emissions standards for outdoor wood boilers and requires the Department of Environmental
Protection (DEP) to adopt new rules regarding their use. The DEP has indicated that these changes cannot be
completed within existing resources and that additional staffing is required. The DEP would require ongoing General
Fund appropriations of $109,480 in fiscal year 2025-26 and $117,482 in fiscal year 2026-27 for one Environmental
Specialist III position and associated costs.
132nd MAINE LEGISLATURE
An Act to Promote Clean and Affordable Maine-sourced Bioenergy by Amending the Law Regarding
Outdoor Wood Boilers and Outdoor Pellet Boilers
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement for Original Bill
Sponsor: Rep. Ardell of Monticello
Committee: Environment and Natural Resources
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
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