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PublishedJune 6, 2019
Commentary: A consumer-owned utility could invest in Maine’s economy
Any returns would go back into the general fund or be used to improve service quality and lower prices.
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PublishedJune 5, 2019
Bill to ban minors from tanning beds goes to governor
While foes say the bill will harm the state's nearly 200 tanning businesses, supporters cite research that indicates teens overexposed to ultraviolet run a greater risk of skin cancer later in life.
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PublishedJune 5, 2019
Proposed alternative to ‘red flag’ gun bill draws broad support
Both the original and a compromise proposal seek to keep firearms from people who pose a threat.
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PublishedJune 4, 2019
Bill to require greenhouse gas study of CMP project falters in House
The bill was sought by skeptics of Central Maine Power's claims that the 145-mile transmission line from Quebec will dramatically reduce emissions of climate-warming gases.
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PublishedJune 4, 2019
Bill to ban ‘forever chemicals’ in food packaging headed to Mills’ desk
The bill would allow the Maine Department of Environmental Protection to prohibit use of PFAS and phthalates in food packaging as early as January 2022.
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PublishedJune 4, 2019
Senate vote moves Maine closer to trashing single-use plastic bags
The Senate voted Tuesday to approve the statewide ban, which already passed in the House but needs further votes in both chambers.
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PublishedJune 4, 2019
Parkland shooting survivor joins Maine teens in push to pass gun bills ‘before it is too late’
David Hogg, co-founder of March for Our Lives, visited Augusta and Portland on Tuesday as part a national tour pushing for passage of 'common sense, life-saving gun reforms.'
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PublishedJune 4, 2019
Maine Voices: Requiring safe storage of guns will make child safety the law
L.D. 379 recognizes that we have a right to own a weapon, but we have a duty to behave responsibly.
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PublishedJune 3, 2019
Maine Senate endorses shifting to presidential primary elections
If approved, the legislation would move Maine toward using party primaries instead of caucuses for signaling voters' preferences.
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PublishedJune 3, 2019
Lawmakers nearing agreement on state budget with more money for cities and towns
An increase in revenue sharing will reduce pressure on property tax rates, but lawmakers are divided on funding levels for UMaine, the community colleges and Maine Maritime Academy.
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