Maine
Maine
GradeB-
Year2024
TierMid Tier

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Responsive Gov’s Grade TL;DR

The Maine Legislature did not make any substantial changes to its election laws during the 2024 session. Due to its lack of action, Maine received a B- on this year’s progress report.

Looking Back

Where Maine Started at the Beginning of 2024

  • Automatic Voter Registration: Partial AVR
  • Online Voter Registration: Yes
  • Same-Day Registration: Yes
  • Restoration of Rights: No Disenfranchisement
  • Vote by Mail: No-Excuse
  • Electronic Registration Information Center Member: Yes
  • Early Voting Opportunities: In-Person Absentee
  • ID Requirements: No Document Required

Relying on the Cost of Voting Index for Maine as of 2024, we considered the state a middle tier state for pre-existing voting policy and compared its 2024 activity against other middle tier states. Last year, Maine was considered a top tier state.

How Our Tier Compares

  • COVI (2024): 17th
  • EPI Score (2022): 31st
  • CLC State Scorecard (2022): 8/10
  • MAP Democracy Rating (2024): MEDIUM

2024: This Past Year

Legislative Action

The Maine Legislature did not pass any election-related bills during the 2024 session.