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PublishedJanuary 2, 2022
Jim Fossel: Here’s to a productive Maine legislative session. Yes, really.
The Legislature could avoid the hyperpartisanship that cripples Congress if the party in power used some restraint.
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PublishedDecember 19, 2021
Jim Fossel: Housing fix would erode Maine tradition of local control
The Legislature should be making it easier for towns and cities to build affordable housing, not forcing projects on them.
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PublishedDecember 18, 2021
Maine Voices: Windfall to solar developers will further spike Maine electricity rates
The Legislature should give the PUC the discretion to reject projects that are not in the public interest because of their expense or location.
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PublishedDecember 17, 2021
State lawmakers schedule two in-person sessions for January
Committees, however, will continue to meet remotely because of the ongoing surge in COVID-19 cases that is filling hospitals and expected to get worse.
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PublishedDecember 15, 2021
Gov. Mills nominates attorney from Yarmouth as next public advocate
William Harwood is an attorney with broad experience working on utility issues and currently serves as the senior adviser for regulatory affairs in the governor's energy office.
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PublishedDecember 15, 2021
Maine Voices: Maine’s Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit exceeds expectations
Judged efficient and effective in a state report, the program promotes growth that builds on our heritage while enhancing our future.
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PublishedDecember 13, 2021
Pilot launched to assess racial impact of state legislative bills
The purpose of the statements is to address what many see as systemic racism in state government by considering whether a proposed new law would help, hurt or have no impact on historically disadvantaged racial populations.
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PublishedDecember 10, 2021
Our View: Overwhelmed emergency response system needs Maine’s attention
Underfunded, understaffed ambulance services are on the brink of collapse.
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PublishedDecember 9, 2021
Defense lawyers warn of crisis with poorly paying court-appointed cases
Criminal defense lawyers say they are underpaid and overworked when representing indigent defendants.
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PublishedDecember 9, 2021
Critical investigative report reignites calls to close Long Creek youth prison
Advocates came closer than ever to closing the state's only youth prison during the last legislative session, winning support in the House and Senate, only to face a veto from Gov. Mills.
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