Democrats vow to press gun control measures and a Senate vote on such bills would be the first in several years, but Democrats lack the votes to pass significant reform.
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Democrats signal push to pass state budget without Republicans’ support
The move could keep Gov. Janet Mills in the driver’s seat on how new federal pandemic relief funds will be spent.
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Maine Democrats’ bills aim to hold down prescription drug prices, health care costs
Their 5 bills include proposals to reduce price gouging by pharmaceutical companies and help consumers who have trouble paying for insulin.
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Postmaster’s 10-year plan would cut post office hours, lengthen delivery times
Industry experts have warned that substantial service cuts could drive away business and worsen the postal service’s already-battered balance sheet.
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COVID-19 stimulus bill to create $500 million windfall for Maine towns and cities
The huge package passed by Congress will provide cash-strapped local governments a substantial source of additional revenue over the next two years, and some already have ideas on how to use it.
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Maine inspection sticker requirement comes under legislative scrutiny again
The Legislature’s Transportation Committee is considering a slate of bills that could alter or do away with the state law requiring annual motor vehicle safety inspections.
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Jared Golden bucks fellow Democrats while fighting the system
The second-term congressman’s positions often put him at odds with his party. Will that help or hurt him in Maine’s conservative 2nd District?
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Fallout from riot, virus leaves toxic mood on Capitol Hill
Last week, a dozen Republicans voted against awarding the Congressional Gold Medal to law enforcers who defended the Capitol.
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U.S. ties with Russia, China sink as Biden toes tough lines
Tensions are unlikely to be resolved without intense discussions and major concessions.
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Governor signs bill requiring reviews of all legislation for racial impacts
The Legislature will now create a process for evaluating bills for impacts on historically disadvantaged populations.