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ME LD1426

ME LD1426
An Act To Allow the Use of Bioptic or Telescopic Corrective Lenses To Meet the Vision Examination Requirements for a Class C Driver's License


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Introduced
04/13/2017
In Committee
04/13/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/18/2017

Introduced Session

128th Legislature

Bill Summary

An Act To Allow the Use of Bioptic or Telescopic Corrective Lenses To Meet the Vision Examination Requirements for a Class C Driver's License

AI Summary

This bill allows the use of bioptic or telescopic corrective lenses to meet the vision examination requirements for obtaining a Class C driver's license in Maine. The bill amends the existing law to explicitly state that a person may use telescopic or bioptic lenses for the vision examination as long as their doctor or other approved medical professional certifies that their condition does not interfere with safe driving. The bill also requires the Secretary of State to adopt rules to implement this change, and it includes an emergency clause to ensure the legislation takes effect immediately.

Committee Categories

Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD) (on 05/18/2017)

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