Maine 132th Legislature Status: Passed House

LD 1706 — An Act Regarding Notification Of Appointment Of Legal Representation For Indigent Clients In Custody

Last action — Died in Possession of the Senate when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was PLACED IN THE LEGISLATIVE FILES. (DEAD)

  1. ✓
    Introduced
  2. ✓
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has passed the House. Introduced May 16, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.

Next likely step: consideration and a floor vote in the Senate.

Prognosis

Stalled 26% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

High

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  • Passed House

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 1 sponsor

    1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

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Summary

An Act Regarding Notification of Appointment of Legal Representation for Indigent Clients in Custody

Bill Text

Amendments

1 amendment

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Action History

  1. Reported Out — OTP-AM

  2. Voted — OTP-AM

  3. Work Session Held

Sponsors

  • LD 1706 · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 185 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • LD 1706

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (185)

185 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does LD 1706 do?
An Act Regarding Notification of Appointment of Legal Representation for Indigent Clients in Custody
Who sponsors LD 1706?
LD 1706 is sponsored by LD 1706.
What is the current status of LD 1706?
This bill has passed the House. Introduced May 16, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.
Where can I track LD 1706?
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