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ME LD807

Bill

Status

Failed

4/29/2025

Primary Sponsor

Gary Drinkwater

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Origin

House of Representatives

132nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Increases the limit on free vehicle registrations for 100% disabled veterans from 1 vehicle to 3 vehicles with registered gross weight up to 26,000 pounds

  • Eligible veterans must have certification from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or a military branch confirming permanent disability and receipt of 100% service-connected benefits

  • Municipalities must submit annual reports to the Secretary of State detailing the number of registration certificates issued under this exemption

  • State Controller must reimburse municipalities annually for excise tax revenue lost from these free registrations based on Secretary of State reports

  • Special "Disabled Veteran" license plates and disability placards continue to be available at no fee to qualifying veterans

Legislative Description

An Act to Limit the Number of Free Motor Vehicle Registrations That May Be Provided to a Disabled Veteran and Reimburse Municipalities for the Loss of Excise Taxes

Motor Vehicles

Last Action

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)

4/29/2025

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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