By late Tuesday evening, the Legislature had sustained all but six of more than 83 vetoes by Gov. Paul LePage, as the Republican minority stood with LePage.
Steve Mistler
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Override bids leave most LePage vetoes standing
Gov. Paul LePage shot down an unprecedented 83 bills during this year’s session, and only five were overturned.
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LePage: I’ll sign bill requiring labels for genetically modified foods
But implementation will be delayed until at least January to prepare for a possible lawsuit from agribusiness giant Monsanto.
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LePage may OK bill requiring labels for genetically modified foods
The bill received unanimous votes in the Maine Senate and House, but if approved, could draw a lawsuit from agribusiness giant Monsanto.
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LePage vetoes bill cutting toxic chemicals in kids’ items
The governor’s administration has opposed the measure saying it would cost too much for added staffing.
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$120M Maine offshore energy project put on hold
Statoil, a Norwegian oil company, cites a new Maine law as the reason, because it overturns an agreement on electric rates the company will be allowed to charge.
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In final days of session, Republicans and LePage grow apart
The budget vote marked a noticeable shift: Not only did many Republicans buck the governor, but they did so loudly and visibly.
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Maine budget drama done, it’s time for details
Mainers will get some relief on property and income taxes, but also face a higher sales tax.
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Maine legislators opt for compromise instead of a shutdown
They override LePage’s veto and enact a $6.3 billion budget, capping a long ideological fight on what the governor calls a ‘real sad day.’
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LePage asked Collins to help him lobby
The governor attempted to recruit the U.S. senator to persuade state lawmakers to oppose Medicaid expansion, but she declined.