The legislation would tighten Maine water quality standards in certain waterways with the long-term goal of protecting tribal members who exercise their sustenance fishing rights.
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Posted inGreg Kesich, Opinion
The View From Here: Grandma taught us about voting and dignity
A lifelong conservative, she would have supported a law that recognizes independence and responsibility.
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Posted inBusiness, Lifestyle, Local & State, Politics
Gov. Mills signs nation’s strictest internet privacy protection bill
A legal challenge is expected to the law, which will prevent internet service providers from selling or sharing customers’ personal information without permission.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Proposed alternative to ‘red flag’ gun bill draws broad support
Both the original and a compromise proposal seek to keep firearms from people who pose a threat.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Politics
Gov. Mills tells Portland Chamber she has aimed for a bipartisan budget
The governor stresses the state’s economic and workforce development efforts.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News, Politics
Bill to ban ‘forever chemicals’ in food packaging headed to Mills’ desk
The bill would allow the Maine Department of Environmental Protection to prohibit use of PFAS and phthalates in food packaging as early as January 2022.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Lawmakers nearing agreement on state budget with more money for cities and towns
An increase in revenue sharing will reduce pressure on property tax rates, but lawmakers are divided on funding levels for UMaine, the community colleges and Maine Maritime Academy.
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Maine Legislature inches toward deal on new state budget
Members of both parties express confidence an agreement could be reached, but sticking points remain on Gov. Janet Mill’s $8 billion, two-year proposal.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: Any gun bill compromise would be a bad deal
Republicans should stand their ground and fight any initiative that would enable the confiscation of firearms.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Working together to fight climate change, Mainers can make a difference
It’s time to mobilize for the common good, like our forebears did on the homefront during WWII and the Patriots do today.