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Published
June 25, 2019

‘People’s veto’ campaigns target new Maine abortion and vaccination laws

The groups behind the campaigns want voters to decide on laws that require insurers to cover abortion and that eliminate broad exemptions for childhood vaccinations.
Published
June 25, 2019

Our View: More must be done to make the most of MaineCare expansion

When enrollment finally ramps up, will there be enough providers available for substance use disorder treatment?
Published
June 14, 2019

Maine Legislature approves new state budget of nearly $8 billion

The 2-year spending package includes many, but not all, of the initiatives proposed by Democratic Gov. Janet Mills, and lawmakers from both parties speak of a new level of civility in Maine government.
Published
May 21, 2019

Commentary: Maine hospitals can’t set prices for two-thirds of patients

The government determines the fees for those who are on Medicaid or Medicare or are uninsured.
Published
May 14, 2019

Bill to make MaineCare cover abortions headed for passage after close vote in Senate

Gov. Mills is expected to sign the measure, which the House passed last week.

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Published
May 3, 2019

Commentary: Help Maine’s hometown hospitals

By passing L.D. 1350, the Legislature can stop imposing unnecessary financial hardship on vital rural facilities.
Published
April 17, 2019

Maine gets federal support to help homeless

Maine agencies will receive help for the homeless and those with mental health and substance use disorders.
Published
April 9, 2019

Committee advances bill to require MaineCare coverage for abortion services

But the party-line vote on the bill, which also would require private insurers to cover abortion costs, will likely spark a fierce debate on the House and Senate floor.
Published
March 27, 2019

Maine values mean that MaineCare needs to cover abortion care

Access to the full range of reproductive health options is vital to a woman's ability to decide her own future.
Published
March 1, 2019

Medicare hits 4 Maine hospitals with penalties for quality of care

In addition, 4 Maine hospitals were penalized by the federal agency for having too many readmissions.