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ME LD2055
Bill
Status
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tiffany Roberts-Lovell
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AI Summary
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Disabled veterans who receive a transferred moose permit become subject to a 3-year ineligibility period before obtaining another permit, in addition to losing accumulated lottery points
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Prohibits the sale of lead sinkers or lead jigs (removing the previous "unpainted" distinction) weighing one ounce or less or measuring 2.5 inches or less in length
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Prior to September 1, 2026, prohibits use of lead sinkers or unpainted lead jigs weighing one ounce or less or measuring 2.5 inches or less
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Beginning September 1, 2026, expands the prohibition to include all lead jigs (painted or unpainted) weighing one ounce or less or measuring 2.5 inches or less
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Violations carry civil fines of $100 to $500, with repeat offenders (3+ violations within 5 years) facing Class E criminal charges
Legislative Description
An Act to Amend or Correct Certain Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Laws
Hunting
Last Action
PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.
3/10/2026