maine legislature

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.
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.
Published
June 27, 2024

Sen. Eloise Vitelli: Helping working Mainers save for retirement
Published
June 10, 2024

Sen. Ben Chipman withdraws from race for Maine House the day before the primary

The Democrat issued a statement Monday thanking voters for their support over the years, but did not give a specific reason why he is dropping out and why he made the decision the day before the primary.
Published
June 7, 2024

Ranked choice voting could determine the outcome in Portland, Cape Elizabeth primaries

The Democratic races in House District 118 and House District 123 are the only legislative primaries that could end up going to ranked choice voting because they involve more than 2 candidates.
Published
May 28, 2024

Opinion: Maine needs to hold big polluters accountable

The climate crisis is a collective problem that requires collective action. By holding major polluters accountable, we can ensure a fairer distribution of the costs associated with climate adaptation.