Maine § 7104. - Major modifications in rail service
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 7104. — Major modifications in rail service, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7104.. Major modifications in rail service
1. Notice required. Any railroad which files a petition or proposal with the United States Interstate Commerce Commission concerning the sale, merger, abandonment or embargo of any railroad line in this State shall concurrently file a copy of the petition or proposal with the department. Any person, corporation or other entity which proposes to acquire or construct an additional railroad line in this State or provide rail transportation over or by means of an extended or additional railroad line and which files a petition or proposal with the United States Interstate Commerce Commission to do so shall concurrently file a copy of the petition or proposal with the department, and shall include information on the fitness and ability, including management, financial condition and employee complement, of the entity proposing to provide the rail service to provide safe, efficient and reliable rail service.
2. Review; report. The department shall review any petition or proposal for major modification to the rail service in the State filed under subsection 1. On the conclusion of its review, the department shall report to the Governor and the Legislature if the proposal has a major effect on rail service in the State.
3. Failure to notify. Any entity which fails to file notice with the department required by this section, shall not be approved to receive financial assistance from the State, as defined in section 7320, subsection 1, for one year next following the date the notice is required to be filed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 7104.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 7104. cover?
Section 7104. ("Major modifications in rail service") 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 § 7104.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 7104." (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 § 7104. 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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