TRANSPORTATION AND LICENSES

Legislators approved bills to increase investment in railways; boost security around issuing state drivers’ licenses; and dedicate more funding toward repairing and replacing state roads and bridges.

Summary of New Transportation and License Laws Passed By The Maine Legislature In 2008

2019 – Strengthen investment in rail

Dedicates funding from existing accounts to support transit, aeronautics and rail transportation, including the Downeaster train service

2304 - Residency requirement for drivers’ licenses

Requires that a person prove they are a Maine resident in order to qualify for a driver’s license

2313 – Boost funding for bridge repair and replacement

Boosts funding to repair and replace bridges in the State through dedicated revenue bonds from registration, title and vanity plate fees

2324 – Boost funding for road improvements

Dedicates funding through revenue bonds to repair roads throughout the state