House Majority Leader Maureen Terry has sponsored a bill on behalf of a constituent that would make descriptions of the state’s seal gender neutral and also update the image on the flag so that one of the two figures depicted is female.
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Committee advances bill to address Maine’s chronic homelessness
The bill would devote millions in revenue the state receives from real estate sales into a statewide program to support permanent housing and services for people who are chronically homeless.
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Towns challenge new Maine law meant to ease housing crisis
Legislation that promotes accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, statewide is set to take effect July 1. Municipalities say that’s not enough time to comply.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: On many fronts, Maine Democrats are fighting for equity
The pandemic laid bare inequities that for too long have gone unchecked. We’re working hard to repair them.
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State expects another budget surplus and parties again clash over what to do with it
Higher prices and higher wages have led to more sales and income taxes being collected by the state, reigniting the debate over whether to cut taxes or invest in state programs.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Mills unveils jobs plan that would focus on worker training and ‘high value’ sectors
The proposal would replace the existing Pine Tree Development Zone plan with tax credits that reward companies creating jobs that require more skills.
Posted inMaine, Politics, Schools and Education
Proposals to arm school staff draw emotional arguments at State House
Amid a rise in mass shootings nationwide, Maine legislators consider how to keep the state’s students safe.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Maine, News
Alcohol to go is here to stay
The once-temporary measure to help restaurants and bars during the pandemic became law on Monday, and now includes beer and wine by the glass as well as cocktails.
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Debate heats up on Maine’s proposed flavored tobacco ban
Lawmakers listened to testimony during a public hearing on Thursday.
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Bill would ask Mainers to specify who is protected from discrimination
A bill that would ask Maine voters to explicitly prohibit discrimination in the state constitution stirred passionate debate at the Legislature on Monday.