A lifelong conservative, she would have supported a law that recognizes independence and responsibility.
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Jim Fossel: Republicans have few options in Augusta
The minority party should hold the Democrats responsible for unpopular policies, which Republicans can run against in 2020.
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Maine Voices: Honor Maine heroes’ Civil War valor with a monument in Virginia
The experiences of a Patten soldier who came home with an empty sleeve are emblematic of the sacrifices made for the Union cause.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Politics
Bill to add tobacco tax to vaping products moves forward
The bill calls for an additional tax on all electronic cigarettes and other vaping products, at a rate similar to cigarettes and other tobacco products.
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Maine Voices: Towns, residents, businesses would benefit from jump-starting solar power
L.D. 1711 would remove arbitrary barriers and allow municipalities to lower energy costs and stabilize budgets.
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Senate passes bill calling for state to alert local officials about air quality violations
The measure was introduced after South Portland officials learned in March that a petroleum storage facility had been exceeding emissions limits for years.
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Maine House rejects ‘stand your ground’ bill backed by gun rights advocates
The 78-57 vote falls largely along party lines, with Republicans supporting the measure and Democrats opposing it.
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House votes to tighten utility rules on eminent domain
The bill was prompted by Central Maine Power’s proposal to build a high-voltage transmission line through western Maine, although it may not affect that project.
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Commentary: A consumer-owned utility could invest in Maine’s economy
Any returns would go back into the general fund or be used to improve service quality and lower prices.
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Bill to ban minors from tanning beds goes to governor
While foes say the bill will harm the state’s nearly 200 tanning businesses, supporters cite research that indicates teens overexposed to ultraviolet run a greater risk of skin cancer later in life.