Representing: Lewiston. [td_block_7 custom_title=”Maine House 61″ separator=”” category_ids=”72257″ tag_slug=”maine house 61″ limit=”” tdc_css=””]
Heidi Brooks
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Don’t let veto kill bill to help Mainers with hearing loss
Hearing loss is a common challenge that can have a profoundly negative effect on an individual’s life. It can lead to increased stress and isolation and, over time, impact memory and learning, job performance and relationships. Despite its serious nature, too many Mainers with hearing loss can’t get the help they need. That’s why I […]
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GOP's Jason Lavoie drops out of House race and joins Democrats
LEWISTON — After Republican state House candidate Jason Lavoie dropped out of a four-way race for the 61st District seat that’s been held by Democrat Heidi Brooks for two terms, he walked into City Hall on Friday and switched his party affiliation to join the Democrats. Lavoie, 34, said he is “increasingly frustrated by the […]
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Chin represents Lewiston's potential
I am writing in support of my friend Ben Chin for mayor of Lewiston. I have known Chin to be a strong advocate for the people of the community. He recognizes that when one of us struggles, we all suffer. He is not afraid to speak truth to power. He is working to address homelessness […]
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Heidi Brooks sponsors single-payer health care bill for Maine
AUGUSTA — As Congress debates the merits of the Affordable Care Act and its potential successor, some lawmakers think the time is ripe to create a single-payer health care system in Maine. “Here in Maine many people are struggling to get the care they need when and where they need it. Universal health care ideally […]
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Lawmakers may mandate insurance coverage for hearing aids
AUGUSTA — Lawmakers were listening when a Lewiston legislator proposed that insurance provide coverage for hearing aids. The Insurance and Financial Affairs Committee this week gave its unanimous backing to the bill by Rep. Jim Handy, D-Lewiston, that would require insurers pay up to $3,000 per hearing aid for those who need them. “That’s very […]
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Lewiston Democrats plan April 25 forum on state budget
Lewiston’s state lawmakers plan a town hall forum this month to talk about the proposed Democratic budget. The five legislators said they will talk about what they call the “Opportunity Agenda” where they will provide information and answer questions to anyone who shows up. The session is slated for 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, April […]
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Lewiston lawmakers to hold office hours on Saturday
LEWISTON — Lewiston’s state legislators will hold public office hours from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday in the Couture Room at the Lewiston Public Library. Expected to attend are Sen. Nate Libby and Reps. Jared Golden, Heidi Brooks, James Handy and Roger Fuller. All are Democrats. The session will give residents a chance to […]
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Lewiston-Auburn State House members get range of assignments
AUGUSTA — State lawmakers from Lewiston and Auburn received legislative committee assignments that will give them a say on everything from highway bridges to health insurance. Among them is a seat on the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee for first-term Lewiston Democrat Roger Fuller, an assignment the city’s School Committee hoped someone would get. State […]
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Support for Handy, Brooks
I am writing to support the election of Jim Handy to represent House District 58 and to re-elect Heidi Brooks to represent House District 61. I have worked with both Handy and Brooks and know that they are dedicated and principled public servants. They understand the struggles of hardworking Lewiston families and are effective in […]