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ME LD176
Bill
Status
Passed
6/11/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kenneth Fredette
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AI Summary
- Expands Maine's existing fire district statute (Chapter 164) to also authorize the formation of emergency medical services (EMS) districts by groups of municipalities
- EMS districts operate as quasi-municipal corporations with authority to sue, be sued, adopt a name and seal, borrow funds, and take necessary actions to provide emergency medical services
- Municipalities must negotiate a governance agreement before voting on district formation, covering director appointments, term lengths, fiscal year timing, and other operational matters
- Approved by the Governor on June 17, 2025, as Public Law Chapter 334
Legislative Description
An Act to Authorize the Formation of Emergency Medical Services Districts
Emergency Medical Services
Last Action
PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.
6/11/2025
Committee Referrals
Criminal Justice And Public Safety1/14/2025
Full Bill Text
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