In an exclusive Blaine House interview, the governor talks about her decisions on COVID-19, vetoes she’s issued and other topics as Maine gears up for 2022 gubernatorial race.
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Wage of $15 becoming a norm as U.S. employers struggle to fill jobs
The $7.25-an-hour federal minimum wage has now gone the longest stretch without an increase since it was first introduced in 2009.
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U.S. economy grew 6.4% in 1st quarter, and it’s likely just the start
Additional economic data points to a nation that has regained its footing quickly after being thwacked by a global pandemic, though jobless claims remain stubbornly above 400,000.
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White House memo sees economic strength where critics see fragility
It says ‘our economy is likely to largely heal by the end of the year’ and the administration doesn’t foresee long-term inflation.
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Mills unveils plan for COVID-19 recovery and use of more than $1 billion in federal aid
The governor says her plan is focused on immediate economic recovery from the pandemic, long-term economic growth and infrastructure revitalization.
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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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Mnuchin denies he’s trying to hinder Biden on economic recovery
The treasury secretary says his decision to end several emergency loan programs was based on the fact they were not being heavily utilized.
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‘More people may die if we don’t coordinate’: Biden urges Trump to aid transition
Maine’s Republican Sen. Susan Collins joins in the call for Trump to work with the transition team, saying it’s ‘absolutely crucial that the apparent president-elect and his team have full access to the planning that has gone on’ for vaccine distribution.
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Mills administration proposes hiring freeze, spending cuts to offset revenue lost to pandemic
The plan proposes a hiring freeze and delaying technology upgrades to help make up for more than $500 million in revenue losses.
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National eviction ban may help thousands of Mainers – for now
A moratorium on certain pandemic-related evictions has been imposed through the end of the year, but many say further congressional action is needed to address the threat of mass homelessness.