I just came across what looks like a conspiracy to commit ‘welfare fraud’ and I can’t wait to alert the ranking Republican in the Maine Legislature.
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Gov. LePage’s drug fight puts focus on hunting down dealers
He calls for adding 22 people to law enforcement and prosecution, but critics believe treatment and prevention are better strategies.
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LePage proposes tax-cut referendum for June
Democrats pan the proposal – which calls for $100 million in unspecified cuts – as an election-year gimmick.
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LePage to offer plan to expand Maine’s ‘War on Drugs’
The proposal calls for four new judges, 14 agents and four assistant attorneys general for drug cases.
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LePage: Use big incentives to attract jobs to Maine
His proposal to offer massive tax breaks to lure businesses also includes a controversial exemption from collective bargaining.
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Gov. LePage to lay out business zone proposal
The proposal includes tax benefits and discounted electricity rates for companies that invest at least $50 million and create 1,500 jobs.
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Maine treasurer urges LePage to release bonds
In a letter to the governor, Neria Douglass says not selling the bonds will hurt the state’s finances.
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Legislative committee rejects Maine mining rules
Democrats and environmental groups applaud the vote, citing pollution concerns.
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Bill revived to allow slots at Scarborough Downs – and maybe a resort casino
A bid to spike the proposal was defeated, 78-62, in a preliminary vote.
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LePage vetoes state-run virtual school bill
The governor, citing a provision halting virtual charter schools, rejects the proposal within hours of its final passage in the Senate.