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Published
March 28, 2017

Gov. LePage tells legislators: Turn my welfare actions into permanent law

The governor wants to make it hard for his successor to reverse his 'common-sense' executive directives tightening access to benefits.
Published
March 28, 2017

Dozens of Maine lawmakers may have violated income disclosure law, says ethics commission

Republican leaders called for an investigation of Rep. Ryan Tipping, D-Orono, for not immediately reporting income from his work for a successful referendum campaign last fall.
Published
March 26, 2017

Maine bill would require written permission for foraging on private property

Sen. Thomas Saviello, R-Wilton, says he's open to changing the bill to distinguish between harvesting food for personal and commercial use.
Published
March 26, 2017

Jim Fossel: Lawmakers are free to tinker with citizen initiatives – respectfully

The process is intended to give the people a greater voice.
Published
March 24, 2017

Committee votes down bill to allow 18-year-olds to carry concealed weapons without permits

The Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee recommends rejection of two gun bills, including one that drew strong opposition from law enforcement.

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Published
March 24, 2017

Legislative panel supports ending Maine’s opposition to Real ID requirements

The Transportation Committee endorses a bill that would have Maine produce compliant Real ID cards, but only for those who want them.
Published
March 24, 2017

Maine Voices: Bill to lower age for carrying concealed handgun is foolish and dangerous

Why mix firearms and the 18-to-20 age group already plagued by stresses, depression, suicide and substance abuse?
Published
March 22, 2017

Our View: Grants for drug treatment in Maine’s jails could break cycle of relapsing, reoffending

L.D. 377 would help sheriffs as they grapple with addiction's impact on county inmates.
Published
March 21, 2017

Lawmaker calls for oversight of Maine’s public advocate

Rep. Roger Sherman, whose son has clashed with the Public Advocate's Office, says the state should form a board to oversee the office.
Published
March 21, 2017

Solar energy advocates call on PUC to reconsider decision to reduce incentive

The filing is regarded as a likely precursor to a court challenge of the Maine Public Utilities Commission ruling that changed the financial incentives for solar energy customers.