Kevin Miller joined the staff of the Portland Press Herald in 2012 and has worked as a journalist in Maine since 2005. He currently covers state politics, the Maine Legislature and environmental/natural resources issues. A policy wonk, Kevin previously wrote about Congress and federal issues as the Press Herald’s Washington, DC correspondent. Before settling in Maine, he covered state government, higher education and environmental issues for newspapers in Virginia and Maryland. In his spare time, Kevin enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking, cross-country skiing or doing pretty much anything else outdoors. He lives in Newcastle with his wife, Carissa, and their dog.
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PublishedNovember 10, 2013
Washington Notebook: Compromise making welcome return in Senate
Ten Republicans join Democrats and independents in voting to ban workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
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PublishedNovember 7, 2013
Navy: Cutbacks could have ‘debilitating’ impact on Kittery shipyard
A top admiral warns that sequestration will prompt workers to seek more secure jobs elsewhere.
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PublishedNovember 7, 2013
For older citizens, lack of transportation a daily struggle
A Senate panel is told Wednesday that one solution would be to ‘awaken’ Americans to need.
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PublishedNovember 6, 2013
Sen. King’s spokeswoman stepping down
Crystal Canney, who also served as King’s campaign spokeswoman, plans to resume work in the private sector.
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PublishedNovember 6, 2013
Angus King bill seeks oversight for some drone attacks
It would specifically apply to plans to kill U.S. citizens working abroad with terrorist groups.
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PublishedNovember 3, 2013
Washington Notebook: Maine-born judicial nominee snagged by filibuster fight
Patricia Ann Millett and a federal housing nominee failed to receive the 60 votes needed to break a Senate filibuster.
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PublishedOctober 31, 2013
Sen. Collins seeks more background checks for security clearances
The bill is a response to the Navy Yard and NSA incidents.
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PublishedOctober 31, 2013
Michaud, veterans groups push bill to fully fund benefits programs
The recent government shutdown highlighted a disparity in how VA programs are funded by Congress.
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PublishedOctober 30, 2013
Maine moms, activists rally for changes in chemical safety bill
Critics say a bill in the Senate would undermine states’ efforts to protect consumers.
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PublishedOctober 25, 2013
Designers of health care website: Full testing done far too late
Federal officials decided to ‘go live’ despite the brief test period, causing a chaotic rollout, a congressional panel is told.
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