Maine § 12806. - State and local cooperation
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 12806. — State and local cooperation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12806.. State and local cooperation
1. Review. A state agency or municipal government may not permit, license, fund or carry out projects that will:
A. Significantly alter the habitat identified under section 12804, subsection 2 of any species designated as threatened or endangered under this subchapter; or [PL 2003, c. 414, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 614, §9 (AFF).]
B. Violate protection guidelines set forth in section 12804, subsection 3. [PL 2003, c. 414, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 614, §9 (AFF).]
The commissioner shall make information under section 12804 available to all other state agencies and municipal governments for the purposes of review.
2. Variance. Notwithstanding subsection 1, state agencies and municipal governments may grant a variance from this section provided that:
A. The commissioner certifies that the proposed action would not pose a significant risk to any population of endangered or threatened species within the State; and [PL 2003, c. 414, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 614, §9 (AFF).]
B. A public hearing is held on the proposed action. [PL 2003, c. 414, Pt. A, §2 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 614, §9 (AFF).]
3. Pending applications. Notwithstanding Title 1, section 302, applications pending at the time of adoption of habitats and guidelines under section 12804, subsections 2 and 3 are governed by this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 12806.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 12806. cover?
Section 12806. ("State and local cooperation") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 12806.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 12806." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 12806. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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