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Published
April 23, 2019

Maine Voices: Establishing overdose-prevention sites will save Mainers’ lives

The Legislature has a chance to lead the nation in harm-reduction practice by passing L.D. 949.
Published
April 22, 2019

‘Red flag’ gun bill draws hours of emotional testimony

Supporters said police must be allowed to temporarily confiscate guns from dangerous people, but opponents decried it as a gun grab that would violate Mainers' rights.
Published
April 22, 2019

Lead paint safety program working in Maine, research shows

More Maine homes are being tested thanks to a new, lower threshold at which lead is found in children who live there.
Published
April 22, 2019

Our View: Internet customers should own their privacy

A bill before the Legislature would keep internet service providers from selling customer data without permission.
Published
April 21, 2019

Bill Nemitz: On cancer and credit cards: Speaking her truth to the guys in suits

As paid lobbyists line up in Augusta against a package of prescription medication reform bills, the lone voice of a woman from Limestone lays bare the travesty of high drug prices.

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Published
April 20, 2019

Sen. Millett: Maine families, law enforcement need tool to help people in crisis

L.D. 1312 would help ensure that those at risk don't do harm, while still protecting their rights as gun owners.
Published
April 19, 2019

Testimony is divided as Maine lawmakers consider paid family and medical leave for most workers

House Speaker Sara Gideon's bill would establish a payroll tax to support state-run insurance to cover the costs.
Published
April 19, 2019

Commentary: Protect the lives of Maine’s children – keep guns out of their hands

Using red flag protection orders and mandating waiting periods and safe storage could all help.
Published
April 18, 2019

Our View: Overdose antidote belongs in schools

After six years and 1,600 overdose deaths, the debate over access to naloxone should be settled.
Published
April 18, 2019

Commentary: Get toxic chemicals out of Maine’s food

Phthalates and PFAS – linked to health concerns such as cancer, infertility and obesity – would be phased out of food packaging under L.D. 1433.