The bill received unanimous votes in the Maine Senate and House, but if approved, could draw a lawsuit from agribusiness giant Monsanto.
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Bill to free up extra Maine school funds on tap
The measure would allow school districts to spend unexpected state aid without voters’ approval.
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LePage vetoes bill cutting toxic chemicals in kids’ items
The governor’s administration has opposed the measure saying it would cost too much for added staffing.
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Maine Legislature returns to clarify sales tax
The bill scheduled to be voted on Tuesday clarifies categories for which the approved sales tax increase will apply.
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Maine legislator enjoys important first term
Republican Rep. Corey Wilson of Augusta found himself at the center of key issues and voting against his party.
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Bonding dispute may slash Maine road work
Projects will be dropped, and jobs lost, if lawmakers can’t agree on the details of a $100 million proposal.
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LePage says he’s reached contract with state workers
Gov. Paul LePage said Wednesday he’s reached a tentative two-year contract agreement with the state workers union.
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LePage, workers’ union strike 2-year labor deal
LePage’s office and the union’s general counsel say the new contract includes wage increases, although no particulars were offered.
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LePage beats veto record of recent Maine governors
With 57 vetoes this session, Republican Gov. Paul LePage has out-vetoed every other Maine governor in recent history.
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Maine Republican Party has shake-up at top
The chairman and the vice chairman quit amid tension within the ranks, and Bruce Poliquin may fill the void.