Weekly Advocacy Update | February 23rd, 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 & 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.191

An Act to Support Maine Businesses by Establishing a Pass-Through Entity Tax and Tax Credit

When: Thursday, February 26th | 1:00PM

Location: State House, Room 127

Type: Public Hearing

L.D.127

An Act To Strengthen Legislative Oversight Of Government Agencies And Programs By Reaffirming The Legislature's Access To Confidential Records

When: Tuesday, February 24th | 1:00PM

Location: State House, Room 438

Type: Public Hearing

ENERGY, UTILITIES, AND TECHNOLOGY

L.D.2140

An Act To Reduce Household Energy Costs in Response to Federal Cuts

When: Thursday, February 26th | 20:00PM

Location: Cross, Room 211

Type: Work Session

L.D.838

An Act Regarding Energy, Utilities, and Technology

When: Tuesday, February 24th | 10:00AM

Location: Cross, Room 211

Type: Work Session

L.D.307

An Act Regarding Energy, Utilities, and Technology

When: Tuesday, February 24th | 10:00AM

Location: Cross, Room 211

Type: Work Session

HEALTHCARE COVERAGE, INSURANCE, AND FINANCIAL SERVICES

L.D.2208

An Act to Offset Federal Cuts to Health Insurance for Certain Maine Families and Seniors

When: Thursday, February 26th | 1:00PM

Location: Cross, Room 220

Type: Public Hearing

ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES

L.D.2174

An Act to Streamline Environmental Permitting for Renewable Energy Development

When: Wed., February 25th | 1:00PM

Location: Cross, Room 216

Type: Public Hearing

L.D 474

An Act to Establish a Stewardship Program for Primary and Rechargeable Batteries

When: Wed., February 25th | 10:00AM

Location: Cross, Room 216

Type: Public Hearing

HOUSING

L.D.916

An Act To Promote Investment in Housing

When: Tuesday, February 24th | 3:00PM

Location: Cross, Room 206

Type: Work Session

L.D.2164

An Act to Assist Communities with Converting Vacant School Buildings Into Housing

When: Tuesday, February 24th | 3:00PM

Location: Cross, Room 206

Type: Work Session

L.D.2173

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

When: Tuesday, February 26th | 2:00PM

Location: Cross, Room 206

Type: Work Session

JUDICIARY

L.D.1911

An Act To Automatically Seal Criminal History Record Information For Certain Crimes

When: Wed, February 25th | 1:30PM

Location: State House, Room 438

Type: Work Session

Important Upcoming Bills

• Learn more about Energy, Utilities, and Technology bills here.
• Learn more about Health Coverage, Insurance, and Financial Services bills here.
• Learn more about Housing & Economic Development bills here.
• Learn more about Judiciary bills here.
• Learn more about Taxation bills here.
• Learn more about Environment and Natural Resources 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