The honeymoon’s over for those elated when she saved Obamacare – they fear the Senate has lost a voice for process and deliberation.
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Roy Moore still won’t concede defeat in Alabama Senate election
The Republican says military and provisional ballots yet to be counted could be enough for a recount.
Republicans say they’ll block marijuana bill again if it isn’t overhauled
Without concessions, they promise to continue to thwart a committee’s attempt to legalize recreational marijuana businesses.
Maine House and Senate pass bill to regulate pot sales, but it’s not veto-proof
Lawmakers say the rules for the marijuana market will help implement the will of Maine voters, but the governor, an opponent of marijuana, may not go along.
Maine gets extension to comply with Real ID Act
State driver’s licenses and identification cards can be used at airports and federal facilities for another year while officials improve card security standards.
Legislative panel signs off on bill to spell out Maine’s rules for recreational pot
The committee that’s drafting regulations for Maine’s legal recreational market endorses the bill 13-2, but some lawmakers are concerned about Gov. LePage’s opposition to legalization.
As lawmakers add, cut and tweak, Maine’s law for recreational marijuana takes shape
The oversight committee adopts stricter residency requirements for licensing; broadens allowances for growing pot; and preserves the 12-plant limit on adult-use grows.
Lawmakers get an earful as public packs hearing on rules for legal pot
Medical marijuana caregivers turn out in force to urge changes to Maine’s Marijuana Legalization Act to prevent adult-use laws from interfering with their program.
Sen. King lobbies for lobster emoji
Using Google Trend data, the senator makes the argument that lobster is more popular than crab and deserves its own emoji.
Executive director of Maine health care advocacy group to step down
Emily Brostek, who has led efforts by Consumers for Affordable Health Care since 2014, decides to pursue other opportunities.