Maine State Government
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PublishedApril 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.
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PublishedApril 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.
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PublishedApril 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.
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PublishedApril 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.
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PublishedApril 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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PublishedMarch 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.
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PublishedMarch 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.
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PublishedMarch 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.
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PublishedMarch 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.
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PublishedMarch 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.
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