Rep. Roger Sherman, whose son has clashed with the Public Advocate’s Office, says the state should form a board to oversee the office.
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Solar energy advocates call on PUC to reconsider decision to reduce incentive
The filing is regarded as a likely precursor to a court challenge of the Maine Public Utilities Commission ruling that changed the financial incentives for solar energy customers.
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Maine environmental groups back rewrite of metallic mining rules
But at a hearing in Augusta, others urge lawmakers to impose a moratorium or an all-out ban on the industry.
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Bills to expand solar incentives in Maine ready to launch
Two frontrunners intend to enhance solar incentives, and could supercede recent changes from the state’s utilities commission.
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Lawmakers to revisit Maine’s rules for mining
Proposals range from easing environmental regulations to enacting a ban on metal mining.
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State senators say they will ask Trump to suspend parts of federal Real ID law
Sens. Eric Brakey, a Republican, and Shenna Bellows, a Democrat, say the law’s requirements for ID cards and data collection put too much personal information at risk.
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House backs bill to help Maine veterans caught up in Real ID dispute
The measure would set aside $15,000 to pay for passport cards for those no longer able to use their driver’s licenses to access a health clinic at a military base in New Hampshire.
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Beverage industry backs bill to eliminate 5-cent deposit on large bottles
But at a hearing in Augusta, opponents say removing larger containers from Maine’s bottle bill will only place additional financial burdens on municipal recycling programs.
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Official now says Rep. Tipping likely violated Maine ethics law
The Orono Democrat says his late disclosure of $9,000 in income was an oversight, but Republicans want an investigation.
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Lawmakers endorse proposal for tougher sentences in domestic violence murders
Prompted by a northern Maine murder, the proposal would give judges more authority to issue life sentences for killings of domestic partners.