The recognition comes as Mills tries to smooth relationships between state government and the Native American tribes in Maine.
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At the Legislature: Earth Day 2019
Our little corner of the world has a lot going for it. From Katahdin to the Penobscot River and everything that surrounds it, we certainly aren’t lacking in natural beauty. This isn’t news to anyone who lives here, but people come from far and wide to hike, paddle, ATV, snowmobile, fish and hunt here. The […]
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Bill to ban vaping at schools sails through Maine Senate
The measure, which would make it illegal to have electronic cigarettes on school grounds in Maine, now goes to the governor.
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Divided House passes bill to end most exemptions to school vaccine requirements
The exemptions have allowed parents to avoid vaccinating their children against infectious diseases before they enroll in school, leaving Maine with one of the nation’s lowest vaccination rates.
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Raft of workers’ comp reforms raises alarms
Supporters of reform say the system is unfair to injured workers, but opponents warn that the proposed changes could drive insurers away.
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At the Legislature: What we’re doing to support veterans, active duty military and their families
Several bills in the current legislative session aim to help present and former military members and their families.
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Survivors of domestic violence press for $5 million in state support
Dozens rally and testify in support of a bill to fund nonprofit groups that provide support services. It would be the first state funding increase for the programs since 2000.
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Republicans call for state income tax cut, warn against Democratic agenda
A group of prominent Republicans gathered with supporters at the State House on Monday, the tax filing deadline in most states, to highlight Maine’s tax burden and call for spending restraint.
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Seth Carey’s unsuccessful DA race spurs effort to change law
Turner legislator sponsors bill to prevent lawyers who have been suspended from practicing law from becoming district attorneys.
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Have a beer, it’s good for the economy
Many of us lost track of what the “next big thing” was long ago. Trends may come and go, but we stay the same. However, lately I’ve noticed something odd: It seems like “small” may be the next big thing. There are tiny houses, tiny cars, slim phones and small computers. Lately, even beer has […]