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PublishedMay 17, 2011
Maine lawmaker who offered to resign opts to stay
He says he’s been assured a panel will get the time it needs to do business.
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PublishedMay 16, 2011
Flood to stay as Appropriations chairman
Flood, a Republican, said he wanted to resign following pressure from legislative leaders to take a procedural committee vote late Thursday night. Democrats were particularly upset at the rushed vote, he said.
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PublishedMay 13, 2011
Charter schools plan: Backers see options, foes predict problems
The bill’s sponsor asserts the schools would be a step toward individualized education for every student in Maine.
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PublishedMay 12, 2011
Budget cuts opposed as revised plan adds more
Hearing witnesses want aid to the poor protected. The state backs off on Clean Election cuts but seeks to defund MPBN.
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PublishedMay 11, 2011
200 protest LePage budget cuts ahead of hearing
Lawmakers on the Appropriations Committee are scheduled to take public testimony on the governor’s change package this afternoon.
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PublishedMay 11, 2011
Hundreds expected to rally against state budget cuts
A hearing is also planned on Gov. Paul LePage’s proposed spending reductions, aimed at closing a $164 million shortfall.
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PublishedMay 11, 2011
Rules aim to tame Maine Turnpike spending
Legislators consider regular auditing, and some call for fresh faces on the authority’s board.
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PublishedMay 10, 2011
Maine voter poll: Keep Clean Elections
Gov. Paul LePage’s budget proposal would eliminate public financing for those who run for governor.
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PublishedMay 10, 2011
Situation in Chelsea prompted recall bill
A Maine lawmaker wants a way to get rid of municipal officials in towns that have no recall provisions.
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PublishedMay 7, 2011
Revenue shortfall triggers changes
The LePage administration proposes $250 million in adjustments, including cuts in health insurance.
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