LD 164 Maine House · 132nd Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act To Exempt Authorized Emergency Vehicles From Tolls When Operating In An Official Capacity

This bill exempts authorized emergency vehicles (like ambulances, fire trucks, and police cars) from tolls on Maine's turnpike when they are responding to emergencies, performing nonemergency medical transports, or traveling to specialized repair facilities. It prohibits the Maine Turnpike Authority from charging tolls during these specific official operations. The bill defines "authorized emergency vehicle" and clarifies that exemptions apply only during official duties, not personal use. This policy change directly affects emergency service providers and their operations on the turnpike.
Bill status failed 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2025 Last action Apr 17, 2025
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Committee
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Apr 16, 2025
Legislature · Passed
Reported Out - ONTP
legislature
Jan 14, 2025
Committee
The Bill was REFERRED to the Committee on TRANSPORTATION in concurrence
upper
Jan 14, 2025
Committee
The Bill was REFERRED to the Committee on TRANSPORTATION.
lower
Jan 14, 2025
Lower · Passed
Committee on Transportation suggested and ordered printed.
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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