Gov. Janet Mills
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PublishedMarch 11, 2021
In late-night deal, lawmakers agree on budget bill providing tax relief to Maine businesses
An agreement to add $8 million to the state's rainy day fund and study the impact of extending tax cuts on income from exporting products tied to intellectual assets helped shore up Republican support in the House.
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PublishedMarch 11, 2021
Maine Senate rejects attempt to end COVID-19 state of emergency
Republicans have been pushing since last spring to rein in Gov. Janet Mills' emergency powers during the pandemic, arguing lawmakers should have a seat at the table.
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PublishedMarch 11, 2021
At risk or on the front lines, some feel left behind by Maine’s vaccination plan
Mainers with serious health conditions and those with high-risk jobs are among those still waiting for their shot at COVID-19 vaccine.
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PublishedMarch 10, 2021
House Democrats defeat effort to rescind Gov. Mills’ emergency powers
Republicans have been trying since last spring to rein in Mills' powers, and said the Legislature's return to Augusta means it is time to reassert checks and balances in the state's COVID-19 response.
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PublishedMarch 5, 2021
Maine bar owners cautious about reopening after year of closure
The state announced Friday that bars and tasting rooms can reopen at the end of this month, although capacity will still be limited.
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PublishedMarch 5, 2021
Maine businesses optimistic about summer season with eased restrictions
One hotelier said that getting news of the changes was like being given 'a Christmas gift in March,' but it also came with new concerns and fears.
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PublishedMarch 5, 2021
Deal on state tax exemption implodes as Republicans balk at supplemental budget
Democrats support a bill to reduce tax liability for businesses and individuals who received federal COVID-19 relief loans or benefits, but Republicans are pushing for more.
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PublishedMarch 5, 2021
Mills relaxes quarantine rules for visitors, eases business restrictions heading into tourism season
The changes are aimed at drawing summer tourists to Maine as the federal government steps up the supplies of COVID-19 vaccinations nationwide.
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PublishedMarch 3, 2021
Maine will open vaccine eligibility to school staff regardless of age
The announcement by Gov. Janet Mills was welcomed by educators, though the state warned that without additional vaccine it could slow the timeline for vaccinating older residents.
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PublishedMarch 3, 2021
Legislative panel votes to keep Maine’s ban on plastic shopping bags
Enforcement of the law has been temporarily suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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