Sen. Millett earns perfect attendance record in 2018 legislative session

Sen. Rebecca Millett, D-Cape Elizabeth, earned a perfect attendance and voting record during the recently concluded legislative session.

“My constituents elected me to show up to the State House and be their voice, and I’m proud that I did just that,” said Sen. Millett. “Now my colleagues and I need to return to Augusta as soon as possible for a special session so we can complete our work for the year. Not returning to vote on these important outstanding bills would be an abdication of our responsibilities.”

During the 2nd Regular Session of the 128th Maine Legislature, Sen. Millett cast 100 percent of the votes recorded, excluding absences excused by the President of the Senate for illness or other extenuating circumstances. This year, lawmakers cast votes to protect the minimum wage, improve transparency in pricing of prescription medicine and increase access to the life-saving, anti-overdose drug naloxone.

Sen. Millett also had a 100 percent attendance record last year. The 128th Legislature adjourned May 2, leaving several pieces of legislation unresolved. The Legislature will only reconvene should there be a special session.