Weekly Advocacy Update | March 17th, 2026

Each week, the KV Chamber's Advocacy Committee meets on your behalf to survey the current legislative landscape and work with the Maine State Chamber of Commerce to highlight specific bills being considered that could have significant impact on your business.

We encourage all members to attend public hearings and work sessions, submit testimonials, and advocate for your business in the legislative landscape.

Below, you'll find important information on bills that are currently under review, as well as information on upcoming work sessions and public hearings for those bills.

Important Upcoming Public Hearings & Work Sessions

TAXATION

L.D.713

An Act to Amend the Tax Laws

When: Thursday, March 19th | 1:30PM

Location: State House, Room 127

Type: Work Session

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

L.D.2196

An Act to Lower Health Insurance Costs, Reduce Barriers to health Care and Ensure Fair Prices for Health Care

When: Tuesday, March 17th | 1:00PM

Location: Cross, Room 209

Type: Work Session

HEALTHCARE COVERAGE, INSURANCE, AND FINANCIAL SERVICES

L.D.378 - Now Titled:

An Act to Clarify That Heath Insurers Must Comply with Plan Sponsor's Statutory Rights to Audit Claims and Related Data Requests Related to Those Audits

When: Thursday, March 19th | 1:00PM

Location: Cross, Room 220

Type: Work Session

HOUSING

L.D.2173

An Act to Update the Laws Regarding Housing Developments and Accessory Dwelling Units

When: Tuesday, March 17th | 1:00PM

Location: Cross, Room 206

Type: Work Session

L.D.2229

An Act Regarding Municipal Inspection of the Electrical and Plumbing Components of a Manufactured Home

When: Thursday, March 19th | 1:00PM

Location: Cross, Room 206

Type: Work Session

Important Upcoming Bills

• Learn more about Health Coverage, Insurance, and Financial Services bills here.
• Learn more about Housing bills here.
• Learn more about Health & Human Services bills here.
• Learn more about Taxation bills here.
• Learn more about Environment and Natural Resources bills here.
• Learn more about Judiciary bills here.

If you would like more information about the KV Chamber Advocacy Committee or would like to learn more about how you can get involved in the legislative process, check out our advocacy resources on our website!

If you are interested in learning about how to support the Chamber's Advocacy Committee through sponsorships, please reach out to Katie at KLD@kennebecvalleychamber.com!

Sincerely,

KVCC Staff

Katie Doherty, President & CEO

Lindsay Corbett, Chief Operating Officer & Events

Melissa Walden, Membership & Development Director

Lauren Turcotte, Marketing & Communications Coordinator

Megan Bachelder, Office Administrator