The stronger-than-expected revenue forecast – including a $139 million surplus in this fiscal year – is driven primarily by consumer spending, sales tax growth and income tax returns.
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Gov. Mills, tribal leaders hold three-hour summit on sovereignty issues
While no breakthroughs were reported, both sides agreed to work together during the upcoming legislative session.
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Commission investigating Lewiston shootings begins ‘daunting’ task, requests subpoena power
The commission appoints 4 staff members, says it plans to issue a written report on its findings within 6 months and plans to ask the Legislature for authorization to issue subpoenas.
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State workers call on Gov. Mills to raise wages
Employees delivered more than 1,100 letters to the governor, arguing that lagging public sector salaries are responsible for rampant job vacancies in state government.
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Commission investigating Lewiston shootings will hold first meeting next week
The seven-member panel appointed by Gov. Janet Mills will meet Monday in Augusta to discuss the path forward in investigating the Oct. 25 shootings.
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Gov. Janet Mills aims to pay funeral costs of Lewiston shooting victims
The governor hopes to cover the costs through a crime victims fund and her contingent account, her spokesman says.
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Independent commission will investigate shootings, missed warning signs
Gov. Janet Mills announced the creation of a commission of independent experts, saying Maine people need to know the truth in order to heal.
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Mills abruptly ends press conference on Lewiston shootings after questioning turns combative
Speaking at the State House on Monday afternoon, Gov. Janet Mills stopped short of calling for changes to state or federal gun laws.
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White House gun violence adviser arrives in Maine to offer support
An official from the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention arrived in Lewiston Sunday night to lend support to the community and ensure federal resources are available.
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Maine asks for federal waiver to let asylum seekers go to work
Although there is no provision for such waivers, the request comes as advocates lobby Congress to support a bill sponsored by Rep. Chellie Pingree to shorten the waiting time for work permits.