 Brooks says the new rules, which go into effect on August 1st, will also slow border crossings for tourists and long-haul truck drivers who bring their dogs with them. And the Maine State Library is one step closer to getting interlibrary loan service running again. The loan system allows borrowers to check books out from libraries statewide. The distribution contract was recently awarded to a new company, and the system was on hold while the former carrier appealed.