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PublishedMarch 23, 2021
Democrats signal push to pass state budget without Republicans’ support
The move could keep Gov. Janet Mills in the driver's seat on how new federal pandemic relief funds will be spent.
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PublishedMarch 23, 2021
Sen. Richard A. Bennett: Stop foreign meddling in Maine businesses
Foreign influence, like the testimony of Hydro-Quebec against L.D. 194, has no place in elections. Whether that influence comes from a friendly neighbor, or a hostile enemy, it’s dangerous.
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PublishedMarch 23, 2021
Our View: Little data support Maine’s annual vehicle inspection law
Mechanical failures cause about 2% of crashes, but everyone has to get a sticker.
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PublishedMarch 23, 2021
Maine State Chamber: New election rules treat First Amendment as ‘loophole’
Every company has the right to advocate on issues that affect its well-being, because Mainers deserve access to all arguments on all sides of a ballot question.
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PublishedMarch 22, 2021
Bill would give Maine teachers lifetime certification after 20 years on the job
The state teachers' union supports the measure, but a group representing school boards opposes the legislation, saying it could erode teacher quality in Maine.
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PublishedMarch 22, 2021
Maine inspection sticker requirement comes under legislative scrutiny again
The Legislature's Transportation Committee is considering a slate of bills that could alter or do away with the state law requiring annual motor vehicle safety inspections.
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PublishedMarch 20, 2021
Rep. Jess Fay: Supplemental budget offers relief for Mainers hit hard by pandemic
Coupled with the federal American Rescue Plan, Mainers are receiving support while they get themselves back on their feet after a challenging year.
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PublishedMarch 20, 2021
Commentary: Dark side of Land for Maine’s Future bond – hunting, fishing and trapping mandate
Conserving land with taxpayer funds shouldn’t require giving up local control and letting the state set the terms.
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PublishedMarch 19, 2021
Governor signs bill requiring reviews of all legislation for racial impacts
The Legislature will now create a process for evaluating bills for impacts on historically disadvantaged populations.
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PublishedMarch 19, 2021
Our View: Owners of polluted Maine land deserve more time to seek damages
Dozens of homeowners have found that their properties are contaminated with industrial chemicals. State law shouldn’t let responsible parties off the hook.
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