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signed · Maine · Senate Apr 13, 2026

LD 2211: An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Automotive Right To Repair Working Group

Maine LD 2211 amends the state's automotive right to repair law by establishing a twelve-member Motor Vehicle Right to Repair Commission to monitor manufacturer compliance and handle complaints. The bill requires vehicle manufacturers to provide owners and independent repair shops with the same diagnostic tools, software, and data access that authorized dealers receive, covering vehicles from model year 2002 onward. It mandates that manufacturers equip new vehicles with standardized owner-authorization platforms by September 1, 2027, allowing secure data transfer for repairs without requiring direct manufacturer approval. Enforcement is handled by the Attorney General, who may seek civil penalties of up to $10,000 per violation, while affected owners or repair facilities can sue for treble damages if access is denied.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates equal access to vehicle diagnostic software and data for independent shops, promoting digital rights and preventing manufacturer lock-in.65% confidence

failed · Maine · House Feb 24, 2026

LD 2120: An Act To Enable Survivors Of Abuse To Disable Connected Vehicle Services

This bill creates a legal framework allowing survivors of abuse to request the immediate disabling of connected vehicle services for vehicles involved in their situation. It defines abuse broadly to include domestic violence, stalking, and trafficking without requiring a criminal conviction, and applies to motor vehicle manufacturers and service providers. When a survivor submits a request, providers must terminate or disable the abuser's access within two business days and cannot charge fees or require additional conditions to comply. The law also prevents abusers from accessing any data generated after their service is disabled and informs survivors about in-vehicle options to disconnect services themselves.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects survivors of abuse by enabling vehicle service disabling, enhancing public safety and civil rights protection within criminal justice context.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects data privacy and consumer safety by enabling abuse survivors to disable connected vehicle services, strengthening digital rights and privacy protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence

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failed · Maine · Senate Jan 27, 2026

LD 2047: Resolve, Regarding Online Driver Education

This bill directs the Maine Secretary of State to create rules by January 15, 2027, that allow individuals to be licensed as providers of online driver education courses. The legislation affects the state's regulatory framework for driver training by establishing a formal process for approving online education services. Once the rules are adopted, licensed providers will be able to offer driver education classes through digital platforms to students in Maine. The bill does not change existing requirements for driver education content or testing, but rather adds a new category of licensed providers to the system.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes regulatory framework for online driver education, expanding digital platform access for educational services and promoting technology adoption in driver training.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes regulatory framework for online driver education, enhancing access to driver training and improving transportation safety through modernized education methods.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing

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signed · Maine · House Apr 15, 2026

LD 2092: An Act To Update Certain Terms And References Regarding Information Technology And Cybersecurity

This bill updates Maine state laws to modernize terminology and procedures related to information technology and cybersecurity. It directly affects state agencies, the Department of Administrative and Financial Services, and the Chief Information Officer by clarifying how technology purchases and security measures should be handled. Key changes include adjusting procurement thresholds for IT spending, defining cybersecurity terms more precisely, and expanding the Chief Information Officer's authority to approve technology acquisitions and oversee security training for state employees. The legislation also establishes clearer rules for purchasing cybersecurity services and using federal government procurement options when beneficial to the state.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill modernizes cybersecurity terminology and strengthens IT procurement procedures, enhancing state cybersecurity posture and protecting digital infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

signed · Maine · House Apr 13, 2026

LD 2082: An Act To Regulate The Use Of Artificial Intelligence In Providing Certain Mental Health Services

This bill establishes rules for how artificial intelligence can be used by licensed mental health professionals in Maine to support therapy and psychotherapy services. It specifically allows AI to handle administrative tasks like scheduling and billing, as well as supplementary tasks such as maintaining client records and analyzing anonymized data, while explicitly prohibiting AI from engaging in therapeutic communication with clients. The legislation requires that any use of AI for these purposes must be based on clear, explicit consent from clients, which cannot be obtained through broad terms of service or passive actions like clicking a button. The law defines which mental health professionals are covered, including psychologists, social workers, counselors, and psychiatrists, and places oversight under the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill regulates AI use in mental health services to protect patient care quality while allowing beneficial administrative uses, supporting mental health service delivery standards.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes regulatory framework for AI in mental health, protecting consumer rights and data privacy while enabling beneficial AI use in healthcare settings.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Artificial Intelligence

signed · Maine · House Apr 13, 2026

LD 2103: An Act Requiring Hospitals To Adopt Cybersecurity Plans

This bill requires hospitals in Maine to create and submit an annual cybersecurity plan to the Department of Health and Human Services. The plan must outline procedures for notifying authorities and patients of security breaches, maintaining patient care during incidents, and providing cybersecurity training for staff and board members. Additionally, the bill adds cybersecurity intrusions that affect patient access to medical care to the list of sentinel events, which are serious incidents that must be reported. Hospitals must also conduct annual tests of their cybersecurity plans to ensure they work effectively.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens healthcare by requiring hospitals to adopt cybersecurity plans, protecting patient data and ensuring continuity of care during security incidents.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates cybersecurity plans for hospitals, enhancing data protection and incident response for healthcare technology systems.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

failed · Maine · Senate Mar 5, 2026

LD 2048: An Act To Amend The Laws Regarding Fantasy Contest Licensing

This bill amends Maine laws to strengthen background check requirements for fantasy contest operators and their associated personnel. It requires the Department of Public Safety to conduct criminal history record checks using both state and federal databases for initial license applicants and those who have control over the licensee. The legislation defines "control" to include corporate parents, subsidiaries, major shareholders, and key personnel who can influence business decisions. Applicants must provide fingerprints for background checks, and all criminal history information obtained remains confidential for official licensing purposes only.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens background checks for fantasy contest operators, enhancing public safety and law enforcement oversight through criminal history record checks.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens background checks for fantasy contest operators to protect consumers, aligning with cybersecurity and consumer protection indicators for technology regulation.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

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signed · Maine · House Apr 23, 2026

LD 2106: An Act To Prohibit The Disclosure Of Nonpublic Records Without Proper Judicial Review

This emergency bill prohibits school and college officials from voluntarily allowing immigration enforcement officers to enter private areas or access student records without a judicial warrant. It directly affects public schools, state postsecondary institutions, and their staff by restricting cooperation with immigration enforcement while still permitting the exchange of citizenship information with federal authorities. The law allows exceptions for valid court warrants or urgent circumstances but otherwise blocks non-judicial access to student data and private spaces. This measure aims to protect educational environments from immigration enforcement activities while maintaining legal compliance with federal information-sharing requirements.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects civil rights by limiting immigration enforcement access to student records without judicial oversight, enhancing due process and privacy protections in criminal justice context85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts school cooperation with immigration enforcement without warrants, protecting immigrant student privacy and limiting state-level immigration enforcement activities.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects student data privacy by restricting unauthorized access to private records by immigration officials, requiring judicial review before disclosure.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Citizenship & Naturalization Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

died · Maine · House Apr 29, 2026

LD 2121: An Act To Enhance The Safety Of Judicial And Elected Officials, Constitutional Officers And The State Auditor By Allowing Certain Personal Information To Be Removed From Designated Public Records

This bill creates a new Office of Information Privacy within the Department of the Secretary of State to protect the home addresses of judges, elected officials, and other public servants from public records. It allows authorized individuals, such as federal marshals or family members, to request that these officials' home addresses be removed from designated public documents and online resources. The law establishes a secure online system for submitting and managing these redaction requests while defining who qualifies as a covered person and who can act on their behalf. This change aims to enhance personal safety by limiting public access to sensitive location information for government officials and their immediate families.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens data privacy protections by creating an office to safeguard personal information of public officials, aligning with privacy and digital rights indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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signed · Maine · Senate Apr 16, 2026

LD 2003: An Act To Improve Localization Of Emergency Broadcast Messaging

This bill allocates $600,000 in one-time funding from the General Fund for the 2026-27 fiscal year to Maine Public Broadcasting Corporation. The funds will upgrade broadcast equipment to enable localized emergency alerts on Maine Public Broadcasting's statewide radio network. This directly affects Maine Public Broadcasting as the recipient and all residents who receive emergency alerts through this network. The key provision is the equipment upgrade to allow more precise, location-specific emergency messaging during crises. The bill does not change existing emergency protocols but enhances current systems with targeted funding.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $600k from General Fund for public broadcasting equipment upgrade, directly funding a public service program as part of state budget appropriations.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates funding to upgrade broadcast equipment for emergency alerts, enhancing public safety technology infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget