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ME LD562
Bill
AI Summary
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Increases the base reimbursement rate for funeral homes transporting bodies to Augusta for the Chief Medical Examiner from $120 to $300 for the first 25 miles
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Raises the per-mile rate for miles 26-50 from $2 to $4.50 per mile traveled while transporting a body
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Increases the per-mile rate for distances beyond 50 miles from $1.75 to $4 per mile traveled while transporting a body
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Establishes a new reimbursement for funeral home employees required to wait at the Office of Chief Medical Examiner, paid at Maine's minimum wage rate for the duration of the wait time
Legislative Description
An Act to Update Reimbursement Rates for Transportation of Deceased Persons by Funeral Homes When the Transport is at the Request of the Chief Medical Examiner
Death
Last Action
CARRIED OVER, in the same posture, to any special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order SP 800.
6/25/2025