Passing L.D. 433 would give Mainers the chance to vote on constitutional protections against sex-based bias.
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Lawmakers seek to track, reduce schools’ use of restraint and seclusion
A recent report by the nonprofit Disability Rights Maine found that use of physical restraint or seclusion jumped 60% in 4 years in Maine schools.
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Financially strapped EMS providers ask state for funding increase
A bill that’s headed to the Legislature would boost Medicare reimbursement rates for Maine’s ambulance services, some of which are struggling to survive.
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Senate vote sends bill to end vaccine exemptions to governor’s desk
A recent measles case in Maine was cited by both supporters and opponents of the measure to end all non-medical exemptions to school-required vaccinations.
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Senate passes bill to allow more medical professionals to perform abortions
The measure, which passed 19-16 with largely Democratic support, was previously approved by the House and has the backing of Gov. Janet Mills.
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Maine Voices: Conservation bond hunting-trapping mandate usurps local control
Land for Maine’s Future’s purse strings should not be tied to the wishes of a small minority of Mainers.
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‘Red flag’ gun bill gets narrow support from key legislative committee
The proposal would let police temporarily take firearms from people deemed by a judge to be a threat to themselves or others.
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Panel hears arguments on conflicting bills to direct immigration enforcement in Maine
One would push police to work more closely with federal authorities, while the other would prohibit them from enforcing federal immigration law.
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Our View: Sometimes, the best Rx is a healthy diet
Doctors are helping patients, and saving money, by prescribing nutritious food along with drugs.
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Rep. Carney: New bill aims to fight financial exploitation of older Mainers
L.D. 316 would raise 4 crimes to felonies when perpetrated against vulnerable adults.