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ME LD1391

Bill

Status

Passed

5/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

John Ducharme

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Expands the definition of "abandoned leased space" to include units found unlocked and empty, unlocked with property valued under $750, units with surrendered rights, or units with property remaining more than 15 days after termination notice

  • Authorizes rental agreements to be delivered and accepted electronically, and allows operators to notify occupants of default conditions via e-mail in addition to regular mail

  • Creates constructive acceptance of rental agreements: if an occupant fails to sign within 30 days of delivery, payment of rent or continued use constitutes enforceable acceptance

  • Permits sales of abandoned property to be conducted online, in addition to at the storage facility or nearest suitable location

  • Approved by the Governor on May 30, 2025, becoming Public Law Chapter 164

Legislative Description

An Act to Update the Maine Self-service Storage Act

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Last Action

PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.

5/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Housing4/1/2025

Full Bill Text

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