LD2062

An Act to Enhance the Safety of Public Transit Bus Operators Through the Installation of Vehicle Security Barriers

Failed·4/29/26
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Public transit agencies must install vehicle security barriers in buses to protect operators.

The bill mandates public transit agencies to install vehicle security barriers in all public transit buses. These barriers must meet minimum standards set by the Department of Transportation. The Public Transit Bus Operator Safety Fund, established within the Department of Transportation, provides grants for purchasing, installing, and maintaining these barriers. The fund also supports other safety improvements for bus operators. Agencies must report annually on their progress in installing barriers. Buses without barriers cannot operate after August 1, 2029.

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Roll Call Votes

Acc Otp-am By Ca "a" S-532 RC #651

125 Yea

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16 Nay

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9 Absent

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Calendar

Jan 29

10:30 AM

Hearing

Jan 15

10:00 AM

Hearing

History

Apr 29

Senate

Died in Possession of the Senate when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was PLACED IN THE LEGISLATIVE FILES. (DEAD)

Mar 19

Senate

On motion by Senator ROTUNDO of Androscoggin PLACED ON THE SPECIAL APPROPRIATIONS TABLE pending ENACTMENT in concurrence.

Mar 18

House

PASSED TO BE ENACTED.