The action would make states pay for one-quarter of the $400-per-week enhanced jobless benefit, but it is unclear how the program would be implemented.
Gov. Janet Mills
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: Republicans should hold firm on taxes in Augusta
Whenever the Legislature comes back into session, GOP members should use their clout to roll back 2019’s spending spree.
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Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Mills asks state departments to trim spending by 10%
State Finance Commissioner Kirsten Figueroa directed department leaders to find ways to reduce costs as the state grapples with COVID-19-related revenue losses.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Child care essential for families to go back to work, students to go back to school
For Maine’s reopening to succeed, providers should be supported in a way that reflects their importance.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Maine school plans must proceed with caution
Districts have the ‘green light’ from the state to reopen – if they can meet strict public health guidelines.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Pandemic likely to cost Maine cities and towns over $124 million this year
In a report to the Legislature, the Maine Municipal Association said communities are reporting reduced sales taxes, fewer fees collected for recreation programs and business and liquor licenses, and lost motor vehicle excise tax revenue.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Nation & World, News
Maine state budget facing COVID-19 shortfalls of $1.4 billion over next 3 years
What the state gained in revenue on taxable grocery store items and building supplies when the pandemic hit didn’t come close to making up for what it lost in sales tax because restaurants and lodgings were shuttered.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Now is no time to give up on COVID-19 measures
As the summer slips away, Congress should step up and pass a meaningful relief bill for the tourism industry.
Posted inBill Nemitz, Op-Eds, Opinion
Bill Nemitz: Think it’s the pandemic keeping Maine lawmakers off the job? Try pure hypocrisy
If you happen to see any Republican state legislators, tell them it’s time to get back to work.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Uncategorized
Governor denies clemency for Maine inmate seeking doctorate
Brandon Brown, serving a 17-year prison sentence for attempted murder, already is the first Maine inmate to receive an advanced degree.