Organ Donation Frequently Asked Questions

Listed below are some of the most frequently asked questions about organ and tissue donation.
- 1. Who can sign up to become an organ donor?
Any Maine resident 16 and older may add his or her name to the organ donor registry.
I Am Interested in Becoming an Organ Donor
If you are a Maine resident, 16 years of age or older, you can help save lives by becoming an organ donor.
Adding your name to the Maine Organ Donor Registry will help people in need. It’s free, quick, and easy. It takes a couple of minutes to sign up online with the Secretary of State’s Organ Donor Registry Online Service.
If you’re not sure if you’re already a donor, it’s easy to check online using the same service.
I Want to Get a Veteran Designation
Effective July 8, 2015, a military service license designator will be available. This designation is a widely recognized indicator that will assist military personnel in obtaining benefits.
To obtain this designation, applicants must:
Frequently Asked Questions About Driver License Renewals
When can I renew my driver's license?
You can renew your driver's license as early as six months before your current license expires. You can also renew on the day your driver's license expires.
What documentation should I bring to renew my driver's license?
I Need to Renew My License
You may be able to renew your license online, in the comfort of your home!
I Need a Replacement (Duplicate) License/Identification Card
If you have not already done so, you may be required to provide proof of legal presence and Maine residency in order to obtain a duplicate license.
Medical Advisory Board Meeting Minutes
Note: Personally identifying information in the minutes has been blacked out.
2022 Meeting Minutes: April 2, 2022 (Word); November 4, 2022 (Word)
Medical Advisory Board
In 1962, combined efforts of the Secretary of State and the Maine Medical Association resulted in the appointment of a neurologist, heart specialist, psychiatrist, internal medicine and eye specialist to the Board.