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LD 998

An Act Regarding An Employer'S Authority To Prohibit An Employee From Storing A Firearm In The Employee'S Vehicle

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Dick Bradstreet and 10 co-sponsors

Bill would prohibit employers from banning employees' firearms stored in personal vehicles on company property, establishing employee property rights over workplace safety policies.

Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)
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Bill Summary · LD 998

Legislative bill overview

LD 998 would prohibit employers from banning employees from storing firearms in their personal vehicles while parked on company property. The bill addresses workplace property rights by establishing that employers cannot restrict employees' lawful possession of firearms in privately owned vehicles, even on employer premises.

Why is this important

This legislation directly affects millions of workers by defining the boundary between employer authority over workplace safety policies and employee rights to possess legally owned firearms. The outcome influences hiring practices, workplace security policies, and the ongoing tension between property rights and occupational safety regulations across Maine industries.

Potential points of contention

  • Workplace safety vs. property rights: Employers argue firearm restrictions reduce workplace violence risks; proponents counter that law-abiding employees shouldn't be restricted from lawful possession in personal vehicles
  • Employer liability exposure: Uncertainty about whether employers can be held liable if stored firearms are accessed by unauthorized persons or used in workplace incidents
  • Practical enforcement challenges: Difficulty determining what constitutes a violation when vehicles are parked off-site versus on employer property, and how to verify compliance without privacy violations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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