The Maine Public Drinking Water Commission (established by 5 MRSA § 12004-I sub§ 47-C and authorized by the Maine Water for Human Consumption act, 22 MRSA § 2660) consists of the Commissioner of the Department of Health and Human Services (or the Commissioner's designee) and eight members appointed by the Governor.
The Maine Water Well Commission protects drinking water and groundwater quality by establishing standards for well location and construction, as well as minimum requirements for well driller and pump installer licensure. The Commission also investigates complaints regarding potential violations of the Well Drillers and Pump Installers Rules, 144 CMR 232 (MS Word).
The Statewide Coordinating Council for Public Health is a representative statewide body of public health stakeholders collaborating on public health planning and coordination. The SCC leverages 4 key priorities.
The Maine 2024-2029 State Health Improvement Plan (PDF) advances science and health equity and affirms the agency's commitment to one unified vision—a strong, safe, and healthy Maine. The plan leverages 4 key priorities:
The Office of the Secretary of State is charged with overseeing the State of Maine rulemaking process and publishing Rule Chapters.
The Department’s remote rulemaking hearings policy is available here (PDF).
Welcome to the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC). Our mission is to protect and improve the health and well-being of the people of Maine.
Through comprehensive education, prevention efforts, direct services, emergency preparedness planning, and community partnerships, our experts focus on a wide range of public health areas -- including vaccinations, maternal and child health, drinking water safety, environmental health, and disease prevention.
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