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Mueller report lays out obstruction evidence against Trump
The document depicts a campaign that expected to ‘benefit electorally’ from information stolen and released by Russia and a president who subsequently engaged in several alarming actions.
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Lawmakers endorse revised sick leave proposal
A bill that would ensure certain employees earn paid time off in Maine is evolving in the Legislature.
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Lawmakers consider banning chemicals common in food packaging
Concerns are growing about the health effects of both PFAS and phthalates, but manufacturers and others say a blanket prohibition is an overreach.
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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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Hearing draws advocates of lower prescription prices, patient safety
Proposals to form a state board for prescription drug pricing, allow importation of medications from Canada and otherwise curb rising costs are the focus of testimony.
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Former Cumberland lawmaker dies after resignation in March
Dale Denno, a Democrat who resigned his House District 45 seat on March 22 as he battled lung cancer, was praised for his dedication and service to constituents by colleagues in the State House.
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What you won’t see in the Mueller report
Democrats’ demands for a full, unredacted version of special counsel Robert Mueller’s report are likely to prompt a political and legal battle that could last for months — or much longer.
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Panel endorses bill to require lead testing for children
If enacted, the proposal would require testing of all 1- and 2-year-olds in Maine to detect lead poisoning early in a child’s development.
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Lawmakers hear proposals aimed at easing tax bite on Maine homeowners
The bills that went before the Taxation Committee would all increase the amount of property value exempt from local taxes, but some would apply only to older residents.