Maine § 3114. - Beverage Container Enforcement Fund
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 3114. — Beverage Container Enforcement Fund, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3114.. Beverage Container Enforcement Fund
1. Creation. The Beverage Container Enforcement Fund, referred to in this section as "the fund," is created under the jurisdiction and control of the department.
2. Sources of money. The fund consists of the following:
A. Fees for issuance of licenses and license renewals under section 3113; [PL 2015, c. 166, §14 (NEW).]
B. (TEXT EFFECTIVE UNTIL 7/15/26) (TEXT REPEALED 7/15/26) Fees for registration of beverage container labels and registration renewals under section 3105, subsection 5.
B-1. The annual fee paid by the commingling cooperative pursuant to section 3107, subsection 3‑B, paragraph G; and [PL 2023, c. 482, §35 (NEW).]
C. All other money appropriated or allocated for inclusion in the fund. [PL 2015, c. 166, §14 (NEW).]
3. Application of fund. The department may combine administration and inspection responsibilities of other programs it administers with administration and enforcement responsibilities under this chapter for efficiency purposes, except that money in the fund may be used to fund only the portion of staff time devoted to administration and enforcement activities under this chapter as well as for any other activities or purposes related to the administration and enforcement of this chapter or otherwise consistent with the intent of section 3101.
4. Revolving fund. The fund is a nonlapsing, revolving fund. All money in the fund must be continuously applied by the department to carry out the administrative and enforcement responsibilities of the department under this chapter.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 3114.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 3114. cover?
Section 3114. ("Beverage Container Enforcement Fund") 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 § 3114.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 3114." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 3114. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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