Maine Administrative Code

90-351 WORKERS' COMPENSATION BOARD Chapter 1: PAYMENT OF BENEFITS § 1. Claims for Incapacity and Death Benefits 1. Within 14 days of notice or knowledge of a claim for incapacity or death benefits for a work-related injury, the employer or insurer will: A. Accept the claim and fi…

State of Maine WATER SYSTEM OPERATORS LICENSING RULE 90-429 CODE OF MAINE RULES Chapter 1 Board of Licensure of Water System Operators Last Amended: July 1, 2018 STATE OF MAINE WATER SYSTEM OPERATORS LICENSING RULE SUMMARY STATEMENT This rule is designed to regulate the licensing…

90-668 MAINE CHARTER SCHOOL COMMISSION Chapter 1: COMMISSION ORGANIZATION AND OPERATION SUMMARY: This rule describes the organization and operation of the Maine Charter School Commission. SECTION 1: ORGANIZATION Commission. The Maine Charter School Commission consists of seven (7…

94-075 MAINE LIBRARY COMMISSION Chapter 1: RULES REGARDING THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF PUBLIC LIBRARIES SECTION 1. Public libraries in Maine shall submit the Public Libraries Survey (a.k.a. the Public Library Annual Report) to the Maine State Library by April 1 each year and must mai…

94-088 MAINE ARTS COMMISSION Chapter 1: RULES FOR ELIGIBILITY AND CRITERIA FOR AWARDING MATCHING GRANT FUNDS TO ORGANIZATIONS SUMMARY: These rules define eligibility and criteria for awarding matching grants to nonprofit organizations and governmental units in Maine and to region…

94-270 COMMISSION ON GOVERNMENTAL ETHICS AND ELECTION PRACTICES Chapter 1: PROCEDURES SUMMARY: This Chapter describes the nature and operation of the Commission, and establishes procedures by which the Commission’s actions will be governed. SECTION 1. DEFINITIONS In addition to t…

94-289 ATLANTIC SALMON COMMISSION Chapter 1: RULES OF THE ATLANTIC SALMON COMMISSION 1.01 General Seasons There shall be no open fishing season for anadromous Atlantic Salmon, except as provided in section 1.03. 1.02 Size and Bag Limits Fishing for anadromous Atlantic salmon (Sal…

94-293 BAXTER STATE PARK AUTHORITY Chapter 1: BAXTER STATE PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS Summary: These rules, adopted by the Baxter State Park Authority (the "Authority") pursuant to 12 M.R.S.A. §903, govern the use of Baxter State Park (the "Park") by the public. No provision of t…

94-335 WELLS NATIONAL ESTUARINE RESEARCH RESERVE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY Chapter 1: RULES FOR PUBLIC USE OF WELLS RESERVE SUMMARY: The Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve was established under 15 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 921. It is maintained to provide undisturbed ar…

94-376 MAINE MUNICIPAL BOND BANK Chapter 1: APPLICATION PROCEDURES FOR LOANS TO GOVERNMENTAL UNITS TO FINANCE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND FOR OTHER PUBLIC PURPOSES SUMMARY: The rules of the Maine Municipal Bond Bank include definitions, an outline of procedures for governmental units…

94-388 STATE CIVIL SERVICE APPEALS BOARD Chapter 1: RULES OF PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE SUMMARY: This chapter establishes rules of practice and procedure in proceedings before the State Civil Service Appeals Board. Applicability These rules govern all practice and procedure in procee…

94-391 STATE BOARD OF PROPERTY TAX REVIEW Chapter 1: RULES OF PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE IN APPEALS BEFORE THE STATE BOARD OF PROPERTY TAX REVIEW 1. DEFINITIONS A. Assessing Authority. The assessors, municipal officer(s), chief assessor, or the State Tax Assessor, in the case of the …

94-457 FINANCE AUTHORITY OF MAINE Chapter 1: BYLAWS AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE FINANCE AUTHORITY OF MAINE Summary: This rule establishes the bylaws and provides for administration of the Finance Authority of Maine (the Authority). In addition, it establishes procedures for obtaini…

94-630 MAINE BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH BOARD Chapter 1: RULES FOR THE MAINE BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH PROGRAM Summary: This chapter outlines the procedures and criteria governing the Maine Biomedical Research Program. Section 1. Purpose and Definitions A. Purpose The Maine Biomedical Researc…

Energy Infrastructure Interagency Review Panel 94-655 Bylaws, Administration, and the Energy Infrastructure Proposal and Review Process Adopted by Interagency Review Panel, May 7, 2012 – effective June 24, 2012 SECTION I: BYLAWS AND ADMINISTRATION A. ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS The …

95- 584 NORTHERN NEW ENGLAND PASSENGER RAIL AUTHORITY CHAPTER 1: BYLAWS OF THE NORTHERN NEW ENGLAND PASSENGER RAIL AUTHORITY SUMMARY: This chapter contains the Bylaws governing the internal management of the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority. Chapter I of the Northern…

95-648 EFFICIENCY MAINE TRUST Chapter 1: CONTRACTING PROCESS FOR SERVICE PROVIDERS AND GRANT RECIPIENTS SUMMARY: This Chapter establishes the procedures governing the selection of service providers for energy efficiency and alternative energy programs administered by the Efficien…

99-346 MAINE STATE HOUSING AUTHORITY Chapter 1: HOME MORTGAGE PROGRAM RULE Summary: The Maine State Housing Authority is authorized to use revenues from the sale of tax-exempt bonds and other housing monies to reduce interest rates and other costs associated with the purchase of …

99-420 MAINE TURNPIKE AUTHORITY Chapter 1: RULES GOVERNING THE USE OF THE MAINE TURNPIKE SUMMARY: This chapter contains provisions describing speed limits, driving and parking practices, activities and vehicles prohibited, evasion of fare, damaging Turnpike property and permits f…

99‑626 MAINE RURAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Chapter 1: COMMUNITY INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS PROGRAM Summary: The Maine Rural Development Authority was created by the 120th Legislature in 2002 and funded through a bond issue. The Authority will administer the Community Industrial Buildings…

01 DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY 020 MAINE AGRICULTURAL BARGAINING BOARD Chapter 2: CONDUCT OF PUBLIC HEARING SUMMARY: Producers of agricultural products felt they were not being treated fairly by handlers with respect to the production, sale and marketing …

01 DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY 669 BUREAU OF FORESTRY Chapter 2: SPARK ARRESTER Summary: This chapter states that the Director will approve spark arresters approved by the United States Forest Service. It also describes an efficient spark arrester and spe…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 027 OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER CHAPTER 2 Disclosure of Investigative Records of Licensing Boards During Pending Investigation When Public Knowledge Exists 1. DEFINITIONS As used in this rule, unless the context otherwise indi…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 070 STATE BOARD OF CERTIFICATION FOR GEOLOGISTS AND SOIL SCIENTISTS Chapter 2: GENERAL INFORMATION Summary: This rule establishes guidelines relating to meetings, advisory rulings, and maintenance of records. 1. MEETING NOTIC…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 280 BOARD OF ACCOUNTANCY Chapter 2: ADVISORY RULINGS SUMMARY: This rule establishes guidelines relating to advisory rulings. 1. [REPEALED] 2. [REPEALED] 3. [REPEALED] 4. ADVISORY RULINGS A. Authority and Scope. The Board may …

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 285 STATE BOARD OF VETERINARY MEDICINE Chapter 2: LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS FOR VETERINARIANS AND PERMIT FOR PERFORMANCE OF RELIEF VETERINARY SERVICE Summary: This chapter states the requirements for issuance of a license to pra…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 297 BOARD OF CHIROPRACTIC LICENSURE Chapter 2: GENERAL PROVISIONS Summary: This chapter contains provisions describing the conduct of meetings and hearings, acting on requests for advisory rulings, complaint and investigation…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 313 BOARD OF DENTAL PRACTICE Chapter 2: QUALIFICATIONS FOR DENTAL HYGIENIST LICENSURE AND DENTAL HYGIENIST PRACTICE AUTHORITIES SUMMARY: This chapter sets forth the qualifications for initial licensure as a dental hygienist a…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 322 STATE BOARD OF LICENSURE FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS Chapter 2: LICENSURE SUMMARY: This chapter contains provisions relating to licensure requirements and exemptions for Professional Engineers and Engineer-Interns. SECTION…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 343 BOARD OF RESPIRATORY CARE PRACTITIONERS Chapter 2: ADVISORY RULINGS Summary: This chapter sets forth procedures for the issuance of advisory rulings by the board. 1. [deleted] 2. [deleted] 3. [deleted] 4. Advisory Rulings…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 344 STATE BOARD OF LICENSING OF DIETETIC PRACTICE Chapter 2: RULES FOR LICENSING OF DIETETIC PRACTICE SUMMARY: This chapter outlines the rules regarding licensure in dietetic practice, including educational requirements, exam…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 373 BOARD OF LICENSURE IN MEDICINE a joint rule with 383 BOARD OF OSTEOPATHIC LICENSURE Chapter 2: JOINT RULE REGARDING PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS SUMMARY: Chapter 2 is a joint rule pertaining to the licensure, scope of practice, c…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 382 MAINE BOARD OF OPTOMETRY Chapter 2: ADVISORY RULINGS SUMMARY: This chapter consists of the procedure for rendering advisory rulings. Section 1: Advisory Rulings Authority and Scope. The Board may issue advisory rulings pu…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 383 BOARD OF OSTEOPATHIC LICENSURE a joint rule with 373 BOARD OF LICENSURE IN MEDICINE Chapter 2: JOINT RULE REGARDING PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS SUMMARY: Chapter 2 is a joint rule pertaining to the licensure, scope of practice, c…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 384 BOARD OF ALCOHOL AND DRUG COUNSELORS Chapter 2: ADVISORY RULINGS Summary: This chapter provides for the discretionary issuance of advisory rulings by the board. 1. Request and Consideration Upon written request of any int…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 393 BOARD OF EXAMINERS IN PHYSICAL THERAPY Chapter 2: GENERAL PROVISIONS Summary: This chapter contains provisions describing the conduct of meetings and hearings, acting on requests for advisory rulings, and record keeping. …

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 396 BOARD OF LICENSURE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE Chapter 2: FEES The following fees are hereby established by the Board: 1. Application fee: $200.00 2. License fee: $300.00 3. License renewal fee: $300.00 4. Examination fee: As s…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 477 BOARD OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PRACTICE Chapter 2: ADVISORY RULINGS SUMMARY: This chapter provides for the issuance of advisory rulings by the Board. 1. Request and Consideration Upon written request of any interested pers…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 502 BOARD OF COMPLEMENTARY HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS Chapter 2: ADVISORY RULINGS Summary: This chapter sets forth procedures for the issuance of advisory rulings by the board. 1. Advisory Rulings 1. Authority and Scope. The board…

02 DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION 658 MAINE FUEL BOARD Chapter 2 ADVISORY RULINGS Summary: This Chapter sets forth procedures for the issuance of advisory rulings. 2.1 Authority and Scope The Board may issue an advisory ruling in accordance with 5 M.R.S. § 90…

Chapter 2: PROCESSING OF APPLICATIONS AND OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Definitions Pg. 1 2. Scope of Rule Pg. 3 3. Filing of Forms and Submissions Pg. 4 4. Advisory Rulings Pg. 5 5. Right of Inspection and Entry Pg. 6 6. Public Access to Information Pg. 6 7. …

Chapter 2: RULES OF PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE GOVERNING ADJUDICATORY PROCEEDINGS TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1. HEARINGS IN GENERAL 1 2. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER 1 3. ROLE OF BOARD MEMBERS 1 4. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS 2 5. PARTIES 2 6 INTERVENTION 2 7 ORDER OF…

09-137 DEPARTMENT OF INLAND FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE Chapter 2: RULES PERTAINING TO COMMERCIAL FISHING, FISH CULTURE AND FISHING DERBIES AND TOURNAMENTS 2.01 Waters Designated for Use in Fish Culture and Scientific Research by the State All inland waters of the state (as defined in…

10-144 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Chapter 2: COMMUNITY SERVICES BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM NOTE: This chapter was formerly with the Executive Department, Division of Community Services. Now under the Department of Health and Human Services, it is being replaced by a chapter…

10 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES 146 OFFICE OF DATA, RESEARCH AND VITAL STATISTICS Chapter 2: AMENDMENT OF VITAL RECORDS 1. Definitions A. Acknowledgment of Paternity. “Acknowledgment of paternity” means the form prescribed and furnished by the state registrar for the p…

12 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR 172 BUREAU OF UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION Chapter 2: EMPLOYER NOTICES, RECORDS, CONTRIBUTION AND REIMBURSEMENT PAYMENTS AND REPORTS SUMMARY: This chapter establishes procedures to be followed by employers in: posting required notices; maintaining records; pay…

12-179 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR BUREAU OF LABOR STANDARDS BOARD OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH Chapter 2: OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR GENERAL INDUSTRY EMPLOYMENT IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR Summary: The purpose of this Chapter is to incorporate by reference rules governin…