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PublishedFebruary 17, 2022
Governor supports limited expansion of tribal rights, while casino interests cry foul
Tribal representatives support the governor's plan but emphasize that they do not see it as a substitute for a more sweeping tribal sovereignty package Gov. Mills opposes.
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PublishedFebruary 17, 2022
Our View: Gov. Mills’ budget proposal hands a ‘good problem’ to Legislature
How does Maine use this one-time infusion of money to help the people most harmed by COVID, while preparing the state for an uncertain future?
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PublishedFebruary 16, 2022
Equal rights amendment to Maine Constitution hits Republican opposition in House
The 80-57 vote in favor of the proposal falls short of the two-thirds majority required to put the issue to voters, with another vote coming later in this session.
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PublishedFebruary 15, 2022
Bill on prescription drug pricing inspires support from Maine residents, opposition from pharmaceutical industry
The measure introduced by Sen. Ned Claxton, D-Auburn, aims to reduce the price of the costliest prescription drugs for Mainers.
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PublishedFebruary 15, 2022
Committee endorses $30 million relief fund for Maine lobstermen
Publicly funded, industry-specific relief efforts are unusual, but one lawmaker said the unique challenges facing lobstermen warrant it.
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PublishedFebruary 15, 2022
Bill to restore tribal sovereignty gets overwhelming public support, but Gov. Mills wants targeted approach
There was near-unanimous support for L.D. 1626 among those giving testimony, while details of the governor's alternative plan emerged behind the scenes.
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PublishedFebruary 15, 2022
As energy costs rise, Maine lawmakers consider new plan to ease ratepayers’ pain
A bill under review in the Legislature would pursue a holistic, long-term approach to lowering costs for Maine energy consumers.
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PublishedFebruary 15, 2022
Maine Voices: Save people like my friend Madison – pass L.D. 1862
Expand Maine’s Good Samaritan law, so others will not hesitate to call 911 when their friends are in crisis.
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PublishedFebruary 14, 2022
Bill aims to lower the cost of the most expensive prescription drugs for Mainers
The bill would ensure that Mainers pay no more for prescription medications than their Canadian neighbors.
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PublishedFebruary 14, 2022
Maine Voices: Pine Tree Amendment would help both businesses and the environment
The Pine Tree Amendment could help participants in the fishing and other industries ensure their voices are heard in local and state governance.
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