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Maine State Government

Published
April 6, 2020

Maine regulator predicts outbreak of virus-related scams

Maine Securities Administrator Judith Shaw warns residents to be wary of schemes preying on their fears surrounding coronavirus.
Published
April 3, 2020

Second COVID-19 case at BIW triggers more calls to close the shipyard

Some lawmakers want the shipyard shut down to limit further spread to workers and their communities, but Bath Iron Works says its work is essential to national security and Gov. Janet Mills says she does not have authority to close the business.
Published
April 3, 2020

Overwhelmed Maine unemployment office announces hiring, new rules for applicants

In order to reduce call volume, Mainers are asked to call on one of three days next week, depending on the first letter of their last name.
Published
April 1, 2020

Maine retailers deemed essential prepare to follow new state mandates

Supermarkets, grocers and convenience stores will stay open but must limit the number of customers at any time and take other measures to limit coronavirus transmission.
Published
April 1, 2020

Ride-sharing services limited by Mills’ executive order

Services such as Uber and Lyft will be allowed to carry just one person at a time, to an essential job or activity.

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Published
March 31, 2020

Maine small businesses, lenders scramble to navigate federal aid package

While government agencies get up to speed on new federal programs, smart business owners are taking action.
Published
March 30, 2020

Maine construction industry slows down but keeps working

Construction companies and workers are taking new measures to keep job sites safe, but worry that updated coronavirus restrictions could halt projects.
Published
March 27, 2020

State orders insurers to continue health coverage for displaced workers

The order applies only when an employer wants to keep offering health insurance to workers who have been laid off or furloughed.
Published
March 27, 2020

All Maine motor vehicle-related expirations extended indefinitely

Expiration dates on all state driver's licenses, IDs, vehicle registrations and inspection stickers are extended until the state of emergency prompted by coronavirus is over.
Published
March 27, 2020

Maine unemployment stood at 3.2% in February

The state's unemployment rate is expected to increase dramatically in March as a result of mass layoffs tied to the coronavirus outbreak.