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ME LD19

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/8/2025

Primary Sponsor

Marianne Moore

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Origin

Senate

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Increases the weight threshold for "oversized ATV" classification from 2,000 pounds to 2,500 pounds according to manufacturer specifications
  • ATVs wider than 65 inches or exceeding the weight threshold are classified as oversized and face registration restrictions
  • Designated as emergency legislation to take effect immediately upon approval, rather than after the standard 90-day waiting period
  • Emergency status ensures the change applies to the 2025 ATV registration season
  • Referred to the Committee on Inland Fisheries and Wildlife; sponsored by Senator Moore of Washington and Representative Tuell of East Machias

Legislative Description

An Act to Change the Definition of "Oversized ATV" in the Laws Governing the Registration of All-terrain Vehicles

Recreation

Last Action

Voted: Divided Report

2/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Inland Fisheries And Wildlife1/8/2025

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