132nd MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 478 LR 1173(01)
An Act to Reduce Maximum Speeds on Roads Close to Residences
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement for Original Bill
Sponsor: Rep. Henderson of Rumford
Committee: Transportation
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement
FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 Projections  FY 2027-28 Projections  FY 2028-29
Net Cost (Savings)
Highway Fund $0 $625,000 $0 $0
Appropriations/Allocations
Highway Fund $0 $625,000 $0 $0
Correctional and Judicial Impact Statements
The additional workload associated with the minimal number of new cases filed in the court system does not require additional funding at this time.  The collection of additional fines will increase General Fund or other dedicated revenue by minor amounts.
Fiscal Detail and Notes
The Department would require a one-time Highway Fund allocation of $625,000 in fiscal year 2026-27 to perform an assessment of certain state and state-aid roads to meet the requirements of the legislation.  This amount includes consulting fees to perform the assessment, road signage and costs to install the signs.