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Sen. Libby introduces legislation to support affordable housing, preservation of historic downtowns

Sen. Libby introduces legislation to support affordable housing, preservation of historic downtowns

Posted: March 18, 2021

AUGUSTA — On Thursday, Sen. Nate Libby, D-Lewiston, introduced a bill to support affordable housing and preserve historic buildings in Maine...

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Sen. Curry introduces bill to support apprenticeship programs

Sen. Curry introduces bill to support apprenticeship programs

Posted: March 18, 2021

AUGUSTA — On Thursday, Sen. Chip Curry, D-Belfast, introduced a bill to support the trades and apprenticeship programs. LD 241, “An Act To...

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Committee gives bipartisan support to Sen. Maxmin’s Pine Tree Amendment to ensure the right to a healthy environment

Committee gives bipartisan support to Sen. Maxmin’s Pine Tree Amendment to ensure the right to a healthy environment

Posted: March 18, 2021

AUGUSTA — On Wednesday, a bill from Sen. Chloe Maxmin, D-Nobleboro, the Pine Tree Amendment, received bipartisan committee support. LD 489,...

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Sen. Claxton introduces bill to bolster Meals on Wheels

Sen. Claxton introduces bill to bolster Meals on Wheels

Posted: March 18, 2021

AUGUSTA – On Wednesday, Sen. Ned Claxton, D-Auburn, introduced a bill to provide funding to support Maine’s Meals on Wheels programs. LD...

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Sen. Daughtry introduces bill to improve and expand career and technical education in Maine

Sen. Daughtry introduces bill to improve and expand career and technical education in Maine

Posted: March 17, 2021

AUGUSTA — On Wednesday, Sen. Mattie Daughtry, D-Brunswick, introduced a bill to improve and expand career and technical education opportunities...

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Legislature sends Sen. Luchini’s restaurant relief package to Governor

Legislature sends Sen. Luchini’s restaurant relief package to Governor

Posted: March 15, 2021

AUGUSTA — On Friday, several bills sponsored by Sen. Louis Luchini, D-Ellsworth, to support restaurants, bars and distilleries that have been hurt...

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Maine Legislature reaches deal on bipartisan budget that supports workers, small businesses, veterans and direct care providers

Maine Legislature reaches deal on bipartisan budget that supports workers, small businesses, veterans and direct care providers

Posted: March 12, 2021

The measure targets relief to more than 160,000 working-class Mainers and more than 28,000 Maine businesses that received funds through the Paycheck...

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Maine Legislature approves COVID-19 Patient Bill of Rights

Maine Legislature approves COVID-19 Patient Bill of Rights

Posted: March 12, 2021

AUGUSTA – Today, the Maine Legislature approved a bill from Senate President Troy Jackson of Allagash and House Speaker Ryan Fecteau of Biddeford...

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Craig Hickman sworn in to Maine Senate after historic election win

Craig Hickman sworn in to Maine Senate after historic election win

Posted: March 10, 2021

AUGUSTA — On Wednesday morning, Sen. Craig Hickman, D-Winthrop, was sworn into the Maine Senate after a special election on Tuesday, March 9. Sen....

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Sen. Carney bills to protect and support young families in Maine receive committee approval

Sen. Carney bills to protect and support young families in Maine receive committee approval

Posted: March 10, 2021

AUGUSTA — On Wednesday, two bills sponsored by Sen. Anne Carney, D-Cape Elizabeth, to support young families received committee support. LD 372,...

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