The House agreed to an amendment that would fund the federal government through March 23.
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Pingree backs bill to ban states from blocking municipal high-speed internet projects
The federal legislation would overturn laws in 17 states and prevent a reintroduction of such a measure in Maine.
Constituents voice concerns over federal tax reforms at session with Rep. Pingree
The 1st District Democrat, who says she’ll vote against the Republican plan, convenes a group in Portland that points to ways in which the proposal could harm middle class Mainers.
How Maine’s members of Congress voted last week
Along with roll call votes last week, the Senate also passed a bill (S. Res. 211), condemning the violence and persecution in Chechnya; and passed a bill (S. Res. 245), calling on Iran to release unjustly detained United States citizens and legal permanent resident aliens. The House also passed the National Forest System Vegetation Management […]
Rep. Pingree appointed to National Endowment for the Arts advisory council
The Democrat attended her first meeting as an ex-officio member Thursday.
Rep. Pingree wins food leadership award
The James Beard Foundation notes that Maine’s 1st District congresswoman has sponsored bills to boost organic research and reduce food waste.
Congress set to reject Trump’s wide range of federal program cuts
A ‘meat ax’ approach to service and research programs isn’t likely to pass even Republican muster.
Rep. Pingree recognized for sustainable food advocacy
Rep. Chellie Pingree has been chosen as one of six recipients of the 2017 James Beard Foundation Leadership Award.
Mainers go to Washington to lobby Congress to act on climate change
Volunteers with the Citizens’ Climate Lobby use art and pressure to push for solutions to a warming climate.
Maine politicians react to U.S. withdrawal from Paris accord
Editor’s Note: The Maine Chamber of Commerce declined to comment on President Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris climate accord and Gov. Paul LePage’s office did not respond to a request for comment on Thursday. “Climate change requires a global approach. I’m disappointed in the President’s decision to withdraw from the Paris agreement.” — […]