Transportation (Bridges)

failed · Maine · Senate Mar 5, 2026

LD 2186: Resolve, Directing The Department Of Transportation To Place Signs On The Canal Bridge In The Town Of Standish

This bill directs the Maine Department of Transportation to install signs on a specific bridge in the town of Standish. The signs are required to identify the structure, known as Bridge 2123 on Chadbourne Road, by its local name, the Canal Bridge. This measure affects only the signage for this single infrastructure asset and does not alter any other transportation policies or regulations.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationDirects DOT to install signage on a bridge, which is a minor action supporting transportation infrastructure maintenance and clarity.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways

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signed · Maine · Senate Mar 23, 2026

LD 2184: Resolve, Directing The Department Of Transportation To Erect Signs On Warren'S Bridge Between The Town Of Hiram And The Town Of Cornish

This procedural resolve directs the Maine Department of Transportation to install signs on a specific bridge located between Hiram and Cornish. The bill requires that these signs identify Bridge 5088 on South Hiram Road as Warren's Bridge.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationDirects the Department of Transportation to install signage on a bridge, which is a minor enhancement to transportation infrastructure and wayfinding.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways

failed · Maine · Senate Mar 5, 2026

LD 2185: Resolve, Directing The Department Of Transportation To Erect Signs On The East Limington Bridge Between The Town Of Standish And The Town Of Limington

This procedural resolve directs the Maine Department of Transportation to install signs on a specific bridge located between Standish and Limington. The legislation requires that these signs identify the structure, known as Bridge 2252 on Ossipee Trail West, as the East Limington Bridge.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationDirects DOT to install identification signs on a bridge, enhancing transportation infrastructure clarity and safety.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges

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failed · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2025

LD 1194: An Act To Phase Out Vehicle Excise Taxes And Implement A Fee For Infrastructure Funding Based On A Vehicle'S Annual Mileage

LD 1194 replaces Maine's current vehicle excise tax with a mileage-based fee starting July 1, 2027. It charges 1 cent per mile for regular vehicles (1.5 cents for heavy trucks) and a flat annual fee for electric/hybrid vehicles, while exempting those aged 65+ or in households earning under $40,000 annually for the first 10,000 miles. Revenue from this fee must fund road maintenance, bridge repairs, and infrastructure projects at levels matching previous excise tax funding. The Department of Transportation must create a digital reporting system for mileage tracking and report annually to the Legislature on implementation and funding impacts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill replaces excise tax with mileage fee while mandating infrastructure funding at prior levels, ensuring continued budget allocation for road maintenance and bridges.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates revenue from mileage fee fund road maintenance and infrastructure projects at previous funding levels, directly supporting transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Transportation Funding

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died · Maine · Senate Apr 29, 2026

LD 836: An Act To Authorize A General Fund Bond Issue To Upgrade Municipal Culverts At Stream Crossings

This bill authorizes Maine to issue up to $50 million in state bonds to fund municipal culvert upgrades at stream crossings. The funds will support a competitive grant program administered by the Department of Transportation, matching local funding for projects that improve fish and wildlife habitats (including sea-run fish and brook trout) and enhance community safety during storms and floods. Eligible applicants include local governments, conservation commissions, soil and water districts, and private nonprofits. Projects must include maps and demonstrate how they advance habitat restoration priorities and flood preparedness. Unspent funds after project completion will retire other state bonds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $50M in state bonds for municipal infrastructure grants, increasing state budget allocation for public safety and environmental projects without direct tax impact.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds culvert upgrades to improve fish/wildlife habitats (including sea-run fish) and protect natural resources, directly advancing environmental conservation.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes $50M in bonds for culvert upgrades improving road safety and habitat, directly funding transportation infrastructure projects via DOT.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Coastal & Flood Protection Wildlife Bridges

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failed · Maine · Senate Apr 17, 2025

LD 367: An Act To Authorize General Fund Bond Issues To Improve Highways, Bridges And Nonhighway Modes Of Transportation

This bill authorizes Maine to issue up to $100 million in state bonds for transportation improvements, requiring voter approval in a November 2025 referendum. The funds would be allocated specifically: $85 million for highway and bridge repairs, and $15 million for nonhighway transportation modes like public transit or bike paths. The bonds must be repaid within 10 years, and any unspent funds after project completion would retire existing state debt. This proposal directly affects Maine taxpayers through bond financing and the state’s transportation infrastructure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes bonds for transportation spending with fiscal responsibility (10-year repayment, debt retirement), aligning with budget management and public service funding.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes $100M in bonds for highway/bridge repairs ($85M) and nonhighway transit ($15M), directly funding transportation infrastructure improvements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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