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Published
August 13, 2024

Maine high court dismisses lawsuit challenging Democrats’ state budget maneuver

The court found that the plaintiffs, including the group Respect Maine and 2 Republican lawmakers, did not have standing to bring the lawsuit.
Published
August 12, 2024

Maine State House security overhaul moving ahead after recent threats, evacuations

The $7 million project includes adding security screening at the Cross Building and reconfiguring the screening area at the main State House entrance.
Published
August 9, 2024

Dozens of new Maine laws just took effect. Here’s what you need to know.

A 72-hour waiting period on firearms purchases, a ban on unauthorized paramilitary activity and legal protections for abortion providers are among the new laws going on the books Friday.
Published
July 24, 2024

Portland state representative is seeking reelection, and a City Council seat this fall

Grayson Lookner has thrown his hat into a crowded race for an at-large seat on Portland's City Council while also seeking reelection to the state House of Representatives, where he has already served two terms.
Published
July 24, 2024

Maine lawmaker escapes penalty for repeatedly missing campaign finance deadlines

Officials said a 'quirk' in state law prevents the ethics commission from fining Rep. Richard Campbell's political action committee.

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Published
July 23, 2024

Maine ethics watchdog considers penalty for lawmaker’s PAC

A Maine's ethics commission official says Rep. Richard Campbell's leadership PAC has a 'unique history' of failing to file campaign finance reports on time.
Published
July 22, 2024

Harpswell’s Rep. Golek joins 49 other officials for Emerging Legislative Leaders Program
Published
July 19, 2024

Maine lawmakers want to rein in vague ‘concept bills,’ late-night votes

The proposed changes, which include limiting the number of bills each lawmaker can submit, come after chaotic legislative sessions and clashes over procedures.
Published
July 14, 2024

Brunswick resident recognized for 42 years of service in AG’s office
Published
July 9, 2024

Nearly 300 people weigh in on paid family leave rules for new Maine program

The state has not yet published any findings or comments because it is still reviewing feedback on the program that will give workers up to 12 weeks of paid time off starting in May 2026.