Resolve, To Create A Working Group To Study The Safety And Use Of Small Lightweight Vehicles On Maine'S Roads And Highways, The Systems And Laws Governing Antique Vehicles And The General Improvement Of Road Safety

LD 1209 creates a working group to study three specific road safety topics in Maine: (1) the potential safety and regulations for small lightweight vehicles like mini trucks, (2) the current systems for antique vehicles, and (3) broader road safety improvements. The group, composed of officials from the Secretary of State’s office, vehicle safety experts, insurance representatives, and industry stakeholders, will analyze safety comparisons, review other states’ laws, and recommend registration, inspection, and potential legislation. The working group must submit findings and recommendations to the Transportation Committee by December 3, 2025, with no funding for members and using existing state resources. This resolution does not change current laws but sets the stage for future legislative action based on the group’s report.