A second set of proposed regulations is on the Nov. 6 ballot, giving voters a say on a heated issue involving a collision of property rights arguments.
Elections
South Portland council: Two candidates active in community seek District 4 seat
April Caricchio is a retirement home administrator and mother of three, and James Gilboy is a real estate appraiser and father of four.
House District 8: Opponents prioritize drawing young workers to Maine
The race between Rep. Christopher W. Babbidge and Bradley S. Ducharme is a repeat of the 2016 election.
House District 22: Candidates support expansion of Medicaid
Republican Mark Blier and Democrat Richard Fitzgerald both stress the importance of finding a funding mechanism.
Senate District 30: Key race pits Republican Sen. Volk against ex-lawmaker Sanborn
Policy areas where the candidates differ include climate action, alternative energy development, gun laws, preservation of voting rights and abortion rights.
House District 7: Candidates want to address workforce challenges, high health care costs
Democrat Daniel Hobbs and Republican John William Howarth, both of whom are Wells selectmen, are running to represent the district covering most of the town.
Senate District 29: Issues include health and elderly care, and education
Democrat Rebecca Millett of Cape Elizabeth is seeking her third term, and is being challenged by Republican George Van Syckel of South Portland.
Sen. King, 2 challengers spar over immigration, health care and gun control in TV debate
Republican Eric Brakey attacks Maine’s independent senator over his ties to the energy industry, while Democrat Zak Ringelstein says a vote for King is a vote for the status quo.
Senate District 31: Chenette faces challenge from Mendros
The incumbent state senator hopes to fend off the Republican to keep his seat.