Notice of Rule Adoption- Emergency; 10-144 CMR ch. 269, Rules Governing Self-contained Breath Alcohol Testing Equipment

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The Department is adopting amendments to Chapter 269 on an emergency basis, to immediately implement the allowance of the dry gas standard when performing accuracy checks and calibration adjustments on breath alcohol testing instruments. This rule change ensures dry gas standard qualifies under this rule for admissibility in Maine’s courts, aligning with the industry standards (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (“NIST”)). In accordance with 5 MRS § 8054, this rule is effective for 90 days.

Office: Maine CDC

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