Mills submits plan to Legislature for spending $1 billion in federal relief

Lawmakers are under the gun to review the Mills administration's plan for spending $997.5 million from the American Rescue Plan, with less than two weeks left in the session.

Rent relief slowly making its way to Maine tenants and landlords

The latest 2 federal stimulus packages have earmarked a total of $352 million for Maine to keep tenants housed and cover amounts owed to landlords and utility providers.

Jared Golden took a principled stand against the irresponsible stimulus bill

Social Security recipients still waiting for stimulus checks

According to published reports, payments for those receiving such benefits have not been prepared yet.

Stimulus checks arrive in moment of need for many Mainers

Recipients are spending the money on transportation, housing, food, veterinary care, debt reduction and other uses.