The governor wants to make it hard for his successor to reverse his ‘common-sense’ executive directives tightening access to benefits.
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Dozens of Maine lawmakers may have violated income disclosure law, says ethics commission
Republican leaders called for an investigation of Rep. Ryan Tipping, D-Orono, for not immediately reporting income from his work for a successful referendum campaign last fall.
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Maine bill would require written permission for foraging on private property
Sen. Thomas Saviello, R-Wilton, says he’s open to changing the bill to distinguish between harvesting food for personal and commercial use.
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Committee votes down bill to allow 18-year-olds to carry concealed weapons without permits
The Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee recommends rejection of two gun bills, including one that drew strong opposition from law enforcement.
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Legislative panel supports ending Maine’s opposition to Real ID requirements
The Transportation Committee endorses a bill that would have Maine produce compliant Real ID cards, but only for those who want them.
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Maine Voices: Bill to lower age for carrying concealed handgun is foolish and dangerous
Why mix firearms and the 18-to-20 age group already plagued by stresses, depression, suicide and substance abuse?
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Lawmaker calls for oversight of Maine’s public advocate
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.