Maine State Legislature Unclaimed

Provides vital support and access to legislative information for the public and government agencies.

Access Maine's current codified laws easily and efficiently.

Provides easy online access to the full text of the Maine Constitution and related materials.

Access essential legal resources for Maine law and statutes.

Improves state government performance through independent evaluations and recommendations.

Provides essential fiscal and program reviews to aid legislative decision-making.

Legislative Information Office (LIO)

The Legislative Information Office (LIO) is a nonpartisan public information office serving the Maine Legislature and the public. It is a primary resource for information regarding the legislative process, the status of bills, and committee meetings and schedules. The LIO provides public access to information on hearings, bill statuses, and related documents to help residents, state agencies, and the public track legislation and understand legislative proceedings.

• Monitor Bill Progress
  Stay informed on the latest developments regarding specific bills, ensuring you are aware of changes and final outcomes.
• Track Committee Activities
  Understand when and where committee meetings are taking place, allowing for active participation and engagement.
• Engage in Public Hearings
  Learn how to testify effectively at hearings, ensuring your voice is heard in the legislative process.
• Learn About Legislation
  Access comprehensive resources for understanding the legislative process, empowering you to navigate government more effectively.
• Facilitate Committee Functioning
  Ensures committees operate efficiently and effectively, enhancing legislative productivity.
• Receive Session Insights
  Stay updated with detailed reports summarizing legislative activities and outcomes after each session.

Maine Revised Statutes

The Maine Revised Statutes are the current codified laws of Maine, organized by titles and sections. The Statutes site provides a titles index, downloadable formats, and tools to access and search the text.

• Provides Access To Law Text
  Users can view the most updated statutes in a clear and organized format.
• Stay Informed On Legal Changes
  Keep up-to-date with the most current laws and statutes as they evolve.
• Searchable Database
  Quickly find specific laws or provisions within the extensive collection of statutes.
• Download Legislation Easily
  Statutes can be easily downloaded in formats suitable for both print and electronic use.
• Intuitive Navigation
  Users can navigate through legal topics efficiently, accessing relevant statutes by title.

Maine Constitution

Online access to the Maine Constitution text and related constitutional provisions.

• Access Full Constitution Text
  Easily reference the complete and most current text of the Maine Constitution.
• Navigate by Articles and Sections
  Users can find specific parts of the constitution quickly through organized navigation.
• Access Legal Documentation
  Users can retrieve various legislative documents and laws for detailed research.

Maine Law Library

The Maine Law Library provides access to legal resources, including federal and Maine law, statutes, case law, and legislative materials, with staff support and venues for visiting.

• Access Comprehensive Legal Documents
  Users can retrieve essential legal documents, including state statutes, case laws, and regulations, enhancing research and legal understanding.
• Browse Extensive Legal Catalogs
  Easily access a wide range of legal materials through dedicated catalogs and databases, ensuring users can find necessary statutory and legislative documents.
• Utilize Digital Library Resources
  Explore an extensive digital library collection, providing access to many legal documents scanned from original sources, facilitating comprehensive legal research.
• Receive Tailored Research Support
  Customized research assistance is available, helping users navigate complex legal materials and legislative information.
• Connect With Law Library Staff
  Users can reach out to library staff for detailed assistance, ensuring effective use of the library's resources and services.

Office of Program Evaluation and Government Accountability (OPEGA)

The Office of Program Evaluation and Government Accountability (OPEGA) exists to support the Legislature in monitoring and improving the performance of state government by conducting independent, objective reviews of state programs and activities with a focus on effectiveness, efficiency and economical use of resources.

• Enhance Transparency
  Ensures stakeholders receive timely findings that hold programs accountable.
• Conduct Objective Reviews
  Evaluates programs without biases to improve effectiveness and resource use.
• Empower Legislative Action
  Delivers actionable insights to assist in legislative initiatives.
• Ensure Legal Compliance
  Confirms state programs operate within legal frameworks.

Office of Fiscal and Program Review (OFPR)

The Office of Fiscal and Program Review is a nonpartisan office that provides fiscal and program analysis to support the Legislature in evaluating state programs and budgets.

• Informs Legislative Decisions
  Delivers unbiased evaluations on state programs that guide legislative actions and budget allocations.
• Enhance Transparency
  Offers accessible information regarding budget processes that improves public understanding and oversight of fiscal matters.
• Enhance Committee Efficiency
  By offering analytical support, the OFPR helps committees to carry out their duties effectively and make informed decisions.
• Provides Accurate Revenue Data
  Facilitates sound fiscal planning through accurate projections and analyses.