Sen. Millett earns perfect record for conservation votes in 2016

Sen. Millett, D-Cape Elizabeth, received a perfect score for her votes to protect Maine’s environment, support clean energy and defend state conservation programs, according to a legislative scorecard compiled by Maine Conservation Voters.

“Preserving the natural beauty and resources of Maine for future generations is one of the greatest responsibilities as an elected official,” said Sen. Millett. “I am proud to vote for responsible stewardship of our lands and to ensure we all continue to have clean air and water in Maine.”

Sen. Millett received a 100 percent score for key votes taken during the 2016 legislative session. Those include votes to defend Land for Maine’s Future against Gov. Paul LePage, whose attacks against the program threatened conservation projects around the state. Sen. Millett also voted to support new jobs and expand the state’s renewable energy portfolio by growing Maine’s solar power industry, and voted to defeat a bill that would threaten clean water.

Lastly, Sen. Millett voted against a bill that sought to limit the federal government’s ability to conserve land deemed to have high environmental, cultural or scientific value.

“I will keep working to ensure Mainers and visitors alike can enjoy all Maine has to offer,” said Sen. Millett.

MCV’s complete scorecard is available here.