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Published
May 19, 2020

State tax revenues drop as COVID-19 tightens grip on Maine economy

A monthly report from state tax collectors shows parts of Maine's economy reeling amid the pandemic.
Published
May 14, 2020

Commentary: Housing will end homelessness, protect people from COVID-19

Federal aid can create permanent homes, provide support services and keep Mainers out of the places where they get infected.
Published
May 10, 2020

Jim Fossel: Gov. Mills should work with Maine Republicans on economy

In times of crisis, leaders need to bring people together, not drive division.
Published
May 9, 2020

Reps. Brennan, Ingwersen: Pandemic crisis highlights importance of Maine schools, teachers

Remote learning will likely be a tool in our state's toolbox, as long as new policies focus on equity and student success.
Published
May 5, 2020

Maine unemployment claims system faces lawmakers’ scrutiny

A committee will question Labor Commissioner Laura Fortman on Wednesday about complaints that workers have been denied benefits and been unable to find out why.

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Published
April 30, 2020

Reps. Blume, Hobbs: It’s time to talk about Maine’s tourism industry

At the local, state and federal levels, we need to develop a plan for support during the COVID crisis.
Published
April 27, 2020

Roger Katz and Sen. Shenna Bellows: Let’s make sure every eligible voter gets a vote

We need a plan to protect poll workers, the integrity of the election, and the rights of voters.
Published
April 20, 2020

Republicans urge governor to share coronavirus information, ease some business restrictions

The letter to Gov. Janet Mills was signed by all but three of the Legislature's 70 Republicans.
Published
April 18, 2020

Commentary: Crisis gives policymakers, families chance to learn from Maine’s charter schools

The end of the emergency should be a time to assess how K-12 education needs to change to truly meet students' needs.
Published
April 17, 2020

Maine lawmaker organizes protest of governor’s coronavirus restrictions

State Rep. Chris Johansen said the march will be held Monday in Augusta to protest restrictions on businesses in areas that haven't been hit hard by the outbreak.