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ME LD447
Bill
Status
6/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Valli Geiger
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AI Summary
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Removes the previous cap of 36 ferry trips per year to Matinicus Isle while maintaining the minimum requirement of 12 trips per year
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Allows additional ferry service beyond 12 trips as agreed upon by Matinicus Isle residents and the Department of Transportation
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Permits ferry service to be provided by either state-owned vessels or privately contracted vessels
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Applies to the Maine State Ferry Service, which serves North Haven, Vinalhaven, Islesboro, Matinicus Isle, Swan's Island, and optionally Frenchboro
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Signed into law by the Governor on June 10, 2025 as Public Law Chapter 229
Legislative Description
An Act to Amend the Law Governing Ferry Service to Matinicus Isle
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Last Action
PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.
6/3/2025