LD829

An Act to Standardize the Laws Regarding the Carrying of Concealed Handguns in State Parks

Failed·6/13/25
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Removes permit requirement for carrying concealed handguns in state parks, Baxter State Park, and the Allagash Wilderness Waterway.

This bill updates Maine law to allow individuals who are not otherwise prohibited from possessing a firearm to carry a concealed handgun in state parks, Baxter State Park, and the Allagash Wilderness Waterway without needing a valid permit. It directs the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Bureau of Parks and Lands to update its rules accordingly. The bill takes effect immediately upon approval.

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Roll Call Votes

74 Yea

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68 Nay

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9 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 3, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

Mar 26, 2025

9:30 AM

Hearing

History

Jun 13, 2025

House

Reports READ.

Jun 13, 2025

House

On motion of Representative KUHN of Falmouth, the Majority Ought Not to Pass Report was ACCEPTED.

Jun 13, 2025

House

ROLL CALL NO. 501 (Yeas 74 - Nays 68 - Absent 7 - Excused 2)