The Portland Press Herald recently reported on the firewood ban in Maine, enacted April 1st- specifically, how it lacks enforcement and isn't yet totally hashed out.
Specifically, the Herald stated, "Officials have stepped up an education campaign about the dangers of bringing firewood into Maine, but there are no regulations in place setting penalties for violations or specifying what becomes of confiscated wood." Read the whole article here, "Ban on using out-of-state firewood still lacks enforcement guidelines."
I'm torn by this. Yes, it would be great if there was stiff enforcement, excellent definition of the exact rule, and widespread awareness. But right now, Maine is still at the head of the pack on firewood- at least they have a ban! I know that's sort of a sad perspective, but it is true.
So before we throw too many tomatoes, think of it this way; Maine is being proactive and prudent. They are acting before a crisis- instead of reacting too late. I think that deserves plenty of credit.
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