Maine Revised Statutes
Chapter 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS
6 §2. Purpose

§2. Purpose
It is declared that the purpose of chapters 1 to 17 is to further the public interest by:   [PL 1977, c. 678, §2 (AMD).]
1.  Revision.  The revision of existing statutes relative to aviation in order to centralize all aeronautical activities in a single state agency authorized to participate in any activity essential to progress in aeronautics;  
2.  Funds. 
[PL 1969, c. 498, §1 (RP).]
3.  Uniformity.  Effecting a uniformity in the regulations pertaining to aeronautical activities by authorizing the adoption of uniform regulations consistent with federal regulations and making noncompliance with federal regulations a violation of the State law, thereby enabling the law enforcement agencies of the State to enforce the laws regulating aeronautical activities;  
[PL 1971, c. 404, §1 (AMD).]
4.  Safety.  Providing for the protection and promotion of the public interest and safety in connection with aeronautical activities.  
[PL 1971, c. 404, §1 (AMD).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 1969, c. 498, §1 (AMD). PL 1971, c. 404, §1 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 678, §2 (AMD).