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PublishedApril 26, 2019
Without opposition, legalized sports gambling in Maine looks like a good bet
A U.S. Supreme Court decision lifted a federal prohibition on sports betting, opening up a race among states to get into the action.
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PublishedApril 26, 2019
Our View: Paper or plastic? The answer’s not as clear as you think.
As Maine lawmakers debate a ban on single-use plastic bags, they should consider carbon emissions as well.
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PublishedApril 25, 2019
Buying a lakefront home next year? You’ll need a septic inspection first.
The bill signed on Earth Day by Gov. Janet Mills is an extension of the inspection requirement in effect since 2007 for homes along the Maine coast.
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PublishedApril 25, 2019
Bill to restore welfare benefits for non-citizens advances
Several measures pending in the Legislature would reverse policy decisions affecting welfare recipients made by the administration of former Gov. Paul LePage.
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PublishedApril 24, 2019
Panel endorses bill to boost funding for Maine domestic violence services
The bill would provide the first state spending increase in 19 years for programs to help survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
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PublishedApril 24, 2019
Our View: Crime analysts deserve better state pension
Crime lab and computer unit employees are an essential part of the law enforcement process, and they should be treated that way.
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PublishedApril 24, 2019
Rep. Terry: Hardworking Mainers should receive a ‘cost of living refund’
L.D. 1491 would replace the Maine earned income tax credit with a bigger credit available to more people.
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PublishedApril 23, 2019
Our View: Legislature should reconsider plan to hike tax on alcohol
The fact that some people can drink responsibly is no excuse for failing to prevent binge drinking and other dangerous practices.
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PublishedApril 23, 2019
Commentary: Proposed drug price caps would stall health care advances
Allowing a state panel to artificially restrain medication costs would lead to a slower pace of innovation and fewer cures.
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PublishedApril 23, 2019
Maine Voices: Establishing overdose-prevention sites will save Mainers’ lives
The Legislature has a chance to lead the nation in harm-reduction practice by passing L.D. 949.
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