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ME LD2053

Bill

Status

Passed

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lydia Crafts

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Authorizes operators of public service vehicles to use variable-message signs while stationary and engaged in roadside repair, vehicle loading/unloading, vehicle recovery, or traffic control

  • Defines "variable-message sign" as a traffic control device that can display changeable messages manually, electrically, mechanically, or electromechanically

  • Permits signs to display information about traffic congestion, accidents, maintenance operations, weather conditions, roadway conditions, and organized events

  • Grants the Commissioner of Public Safety authority to adopt routine technical rules for implementation

  • Amends Title 29-A MRSA §2054 by adding new definitions and operational provisions

Legislative Description

An Act to Improve Safety by Allowing the Use of Variable-message Signs on Certain Vehicles

Traffic Regulations

Last Action

PASSED TO BE ENACTED - Emergency - 2/3 Elected Required, in concurrence.

2/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation12/9/2025

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