Bill > LD850

This bill proposes several amendments to Maine's motor vehicle laws, focusing on administrative and procedural updates. The bill authorizes the Secretary of State to adopt rules for various motor vehicle-related programs, including an electronic lien titling program and an electronic temporary registration plate program. Under the new provisions, lienholders will be required to pay a $1.00 fee per electronic lien transaction, which will be deposited into the Motor Vehicle Services Fund. The bill also modifies rules for vehicle disposal, allowing the Secretary of State more flexibility in handling unclaimed vehicles and vehicle parts, including the ability to sell them and deposit proceeds into the Motor Vehicle Services Fund. Additionally, the bill increases the fee for temporary registration plates from $1 to $2, with $1 designated for establishing and maintaining an electronic temporary registration plate program. The Secretary of State is given discretion to use, but not mandate, the electronic temporary registration plate program, with the ability to adopt rules for its implementation. Most of these changes will take effect on January 1, 2026, providing time for administrative preparation and system updates.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=850&snum=132