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Sen. Carney bill to update Maine’s statutory definition of “machine gun” and to prohibit rapid-fire devices receives committee support

Sen. Carney bill to update Maine’s statutory definition of “machine gun” and to prohibit rapid-fire devices receives committee support

Posted: May 09, 2025

Bill protects public safety in Maine by banning bump stocks, other rapid-fire devices AUGUSTA — On Wednesday, May 7, the Joint Standing...

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With strong vote, Health Coverage Committee endorses Sen. Donna Bailey bill to protect access to affordable health care for Mainers in rural communities

With strong vote, Health Coverage Committee endorses Sen. Donna Bailey bill to protect access to affordable health care for Mainers in rural communities

Posted: May 09, 2025

AUGUSTA — On Thursday, May 8, the Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services Committee voted in favor of a bill sponsored by Sen. Donna...

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Education Committee backs Sen. Mike Tipping bill to address decades of underfunding the University of Maine System, invest in Maine students

Education Committee backs Sen. Mike Tipping bill to address decades of underfunding the University of Maine System, invest in Maine students

Posted: May 09, 2025

AUGUSTA — On Thursday, May 8, the Legislature’s Education and Cultural Affairs Committee endorsed a bill from Sen. Mike Tipping, D-Orono, LD...

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Sen. Hickman, Rep. Shagoury honor business leader Roger Pomerleau of Hallowell

Sen. Hickman, Rep. Shagoury honor business leader Roger Pomerleau of Hallowell

Posted: May 08, 2025

AUGUSTA — On Wednesday, May 7, Sen. Craig Hickman, D-Winthrop, and Rep. Dan Shagoury, D-Hallowell presented a legislative sentiment to Roger...

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Committee supports Sen. Mike Tipping bill to protect residents from PFAS contamination at Juniper Ridge Landfill

Committee supports Sen. Mike Tipping bill to protect residents from PFAS contamination at Juniper Ridge Landfill

Posted: May 08, 2025

AUGUSTA — On Wednesday, May 8, the Legislature’s Environment and Natural Resources Committee endorsed a bill from Sen. Mike Tipping, D-Orono. LD...

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Sen. Tipping celebrates Community Action Grants awarded to Howland, Enfield, Lincoln, Orono and Eastern Maine Development Corporation

Sen. Tipping celebrates Community Action Grants awarded to Howland, Enfield, Lincoln, Orono and Eastern Maine Development Corporation

Posted: May 07, 2025

AUGUSTA — Sen. Mike Tipping, D-Orono, is pleased to announce that municipalities and non-profit organizations in Senate District 8 are recipients...

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Sen. Denise Tepler welcomes the Morse High School Boys’ Swim Team to Maine State House

Sen. Denise Tepler welcomes the Morse High School Boys’ Swim Team to Maine State House

Posted: May 06, 2025

AUGUSTA — Today, Sen. Denise Tepler, D-Topsham, welcomed the Morse High School Boys’ Swim and Dive Team to the Maine State House to honor them...

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Committee supports Sen. Ingwersen bill to strengthen water protections with septic system reform

Posted: May 06, 2025

AUGUSTA — On May 6, the Health and Human Services Committee unanimously approved LD 1550, “Resolve, Directing the Department of Health and Human...

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Sen. Brenner introduces landmark legislation to establish climate superfund

Sen. Brenner introduces landmark legislation to establish climate superfund

Posted: May 06, 2025

AUGUSTA — Yesterday, Sen. Stacy Brenner, D-Scarborough, introduced a landmark climate bill that would establish a climate superfund to help pay...

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Sen. Cameron Reny, Rep. Holly Stover present legislative sentiment to Boothbay Region High School Drama Club

Sen. Cameron Reny, Rep. Holly Stover present legislative sentiment to Boothbay Region High School Drama Club

Posted: May 06, 2025

AUGUSTA — On Tuesday, April 29, Sen. Cameron Reny, D-Bristol, and Rep. Holly Stover, D-Boothbay, presented a legislative sentiment to the Boothbay...

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