9 Newly Passed Maine Laws in 2024 You Should Know About

Each year in Maine, new laws are added, old laws are abolished, and changes are made to current laws.

In some cases, however, outdated (or completely nonsensical) laws are ignored instead of being taken off the books. You can check out a list of crazy Maine laws HERE.

As we kick off 2025, we want to make sure you know about some of the most important new laws on the books in Maine from 2024.

Instead of breaking down each new law, we’ve put together a list that highlights some of the more important new laws and memorable additions.

Of course, the most notable law on the list is the new three-day waiting period for people who want to purchase a firearm.

As we live in a state that loves to hunt and target shoot, this law is a big deal.  Proponents are looking for a way to deter those who would use firearms to commit violent acts.

Opponents point out that the law has a detrimental effect on people who deal in firearms for a business, and that it makes it impossible to have gun shows.

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Other laws on our list deal with the ability to ‘compost’ your deceased loved one (yes, it’s a thing), clarification on portable toilet rules, and preventing paramilitary training camps from popping up all over the state.

Take a look at some of the 2024 laws for Maine below as we head straight into 2025. Does any of them stand out to you?