2016 EPC Priorities 2016 EPC Priorities Read the 2016 EPC Summary Protect Maine’s Natural Resources by Investing in our Forests, Farms, and Fish Success – Under pressure from his caucus, the Governor released the 2010 Bond. Download Factsheet PASSED Pass the New Comprehensive Bill to Reduce Barriers and Lower the Cost of Solar Amended bill was passed in the House 91-56 and in the Senate unanimously. The Governor vetoed the bill and the House failed to override by two votes. Download Factsheet Not Passed Reconnect fish and wildlife habitat, create jobs, protect roads, and improve public safety The Culvert Bond was tabled and died. The only bonds that were voted on and passed by agreement were regarding transportation and research and development. Download Factsheet Not Passed Keep RGGI working to lower energy costs for businesses Success – The bill was amended to neutralize the negative impact, maintaining energy efficiency funding. Then, the Governor vetoed the bill, but the veto was overridden. Download Factsheet Passed Protect Maine’s Oil Spill Reporting System Success – The bill received an 11-2 Ought Not to Pass vote in committee and died. Success Defend Municipal Rights to Limit the Use of Pesticides Success – The bill was tabled early in the session; it never received a hearing and died. Download Factsheet Success Other Years 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008