Maine § 1762-A. - Water conservation in state facilities
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1762-A. — Water conservation in state facilities, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1762-A.. Water conservation in state facilities
After January 1, 1992, unless otherwise required by law, or for reasons of health or safety, the Bureau of General Services and the following departments and agencies may not purchase or install any faucet, shower head, toilet or urinal that is not a low-flow faucet, a low-flow shower head, a water-saving toilet or a water-saving urinal: [PL 2011, c. 691, Pt. B, §15 (AMD).]
1. Office of Procurement Services. The Office of Procurement Services under chapter 155;
2. University of Maine System. The University of Maine System under Title 20‑A, chapter 411;
3. Maine Community College System. The Maine Community College System under Title 20‑A, chapter 431; and
4. Maine State Housing Authority. The Maine State Housing Authority under Title 30‑A, chapter 201.
By January 1, 1992, the Bureau of General Services shall adopt rules defining a "low-flow faucet," a "low-flow shower head," a "water-saving toilet" and a "water-saving urinal" that minimize water use to the maximum extent economically and technologically feasible. [PL 2011, c. 691, Pt. B, §15 (AMD).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1762-A.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1762-A. cover?
Section 1762-A. ("Water conservation in state facilities") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 1762-A.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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