LD918

An Act to Allow a Qualifying Religious Organization to Self-insure for Automobile Insurance

Failed·5/14/25
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Allows qualifying religious organizations to self-insure for automobile insurance in Maine.

This bill allows qualifying religious organizations to self-insure for automobile insurance in Maine. It requires the organization to meet specific criteria, including being recognized by the IRS and holding a common belief in mutual financial assistance. The Secretary of State can grant a certificate of self-insurance if the organization meets requirements such as financial solvency and no unsatisfied judgments. The certificate does not apply to certain vehicles like commercial trucks or emergency vehicles.

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Roll Call Votes

20 Yea

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14 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 9, 2025

10:00 AM

Hearing

Mar 26, 2025

10:00 AM

Hearing

History

May 14, 2025

Senate

Reports Read

May 14, 2025

Senate

On motion by Senator BAILEY of York the Majority Ought Not to Pass Report ACCEPTED. in concurrence PREVAILED

May 14, 2025

Senate

Roll Call Ordered Roll Call Number 161 Yeas 20 - Nays 14 - Excused 1 - Absent 0