Environment
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
StateMaineIntroduced
LD 1017: An Act To Include Food Provided Or Served At Emergency Shelters In General Assistance Reimbursement
Rachel Talbot Ross
LD 1017 status: Introduced — Died in Possession of the Senate when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was PLACED IN THE LEGISLATIVE FILES. (DEAD) (updated Apr 29, 2026).
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
Not enough information
Score:Not enough information
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 45/100
Constitutionality100%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion85%
Bill summary
What changes
The bill proposes an amendment to include food costs incurred by emergency shelters under the state's General Assistance reimbursement program.
Who is affected
Emergency shelters and the individuals relying on them for temporary housing and food security.
Requirements and enforcement
Not stated in the available source.
Costs and funding
The bill implies an increase in state expenditures for General Assistance, though specific funding estimates are not provided.
When it takes effect
The bill is effectively dead following the conclusion of the 132nd legislative session.
Potential benefits
Provides state financial support for the cost of feeding people in emergency shelters, potentially alleviating budgetary pressure on these non-profits.
Risks and tradeoffs
The source lacks details regarding reimbursement caps, nutritional standards, or the administrative burden placed on shelter staff to receive these funds.
What is still unknown
The exact definition of 'food provided' and whether this applies to all emergency shelters or only specific types of facilities remain unclear.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Positive outlook
65%
Benefits
- Provides direct financial relief to emergency shelters
- Stabilizes operational budgets for non-profit providers
- Allows non-profits to reallocate private funds to other services
Risks
- Increases the state's total General Assistance budget obligation
- Potential for burdensome administrative reimbursement requirements
- Uncertainty regarding the adequacy of reimbursement rates
Society
Positive outlook
70%
Benefits
- Improves food security for people in need
- Enhances quality of life for residents in emergency shelters
- Supports stability for displaced or homeless populations
Risks
- Potential for eligibility restrictions to limit access
- Risk of administrative barriers to service delivery
- Possible regional disparities in implementation and access
Technology Industry
No direct effect
Neutral — no direct effect identified.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Civic Accountability
Not enough information
Not enough information to score this sector.
Benefits
- No material direct effect identified.
Risks
- No material direct effect identified.
Public Health & Safety
Positive outlook
70%
Benefits
- Increases access to nutritional sustenance for vulnerable people
- Supports basic health maintenance for transient populations
- Reduces health complications associated with food insecurity
Risks
- Absence of safety or nutritional standards in the text
- Potential for health risks if food sourcing is not regulated
- Possible strain on shelters if demand exceeds capacity
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Source
OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
Information is limited or incomplete.
Analysis basis
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Source note
The legislative status indicates the bill has died; no implementation will occur.
Analysis scope
Source provided is a brief abstract; no full bill text was available for analysis.
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- GovernorUpcoming
- EnactedUpcoming
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