Bill > LD164

This bill amends Maine's turnpike regulations to create a toll exemption for authorized emergency vehicles (such as fire trucks, ambulances, and police vehicles) in specific scenarios. Under the new law, the Maine Turnpike Authority would be prohibited from charging tolls when these vehicles are (1) responding to an emergency, which is defined as addressing fire, medical, or law enforcement incidents, hazardous material spills, or other dispatched emergency situations, (2) performing non-emergency medical transport, or (3) traveling to a specialized repair facility for maintenance. The bill provides clear definitions for "authorized emergency vehicle" by referencing existing state vehicle code and establishes explicit circumstances under which these essential public service vehicles can use the turnpike without incurring toll charges, recognizing their critical role in public safety and community service.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=164&snum=132