LD1242

An Act to Incentivize the Construction of Solar Carport Canopies and Solar Chargers at Highway Picnic Areas

Failed·5/14/25
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Maine LD1242 incentivizes solar carport canopy construction at highway picnic areas and allows tax amortization for related equipment.

Maine LD1242 directs the Department of Transportation to lease highway picnic areas for solar-powered electric vehicle charging stations at no cost. It also allows individuals who construct solar carport canopies housing electric vehicle charging stations to amortize the sales and use tax on materials and equipment. The bill defines "solar carport canopy" as a structure with solar panels and electric vehicle charging stations. The bureau can adopt rules to implement these provisions.

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Calendar

Apr 24, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

Apr 11, 2025

10:00 AM

Hearing

History

May 14, 2025

Senate

Reports Read

May 14, 2025

Senate

On motion by Senator NANGLE of Cumberland the Majority Ought Not to Pass Report ACCEPTED. in concurrence

May 14, 2025

Senate

Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)