There will be increased security at the State House in the days leading up to President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration as police around the nation prepare for a possible second wave of violence by President Trump’s supporters.
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Numerous marijuana-related bills expected in next legislative session
Proposals, still in the early stages, run the gamut from required testing of medical marijuana to sealing or expunging the records of those convicted of marijuana-related offenses.
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Mills’ next budget in balance without tax hikes, despite revenue losses
The budget that Gov. Janet Mills will submit to the Legislature on Friday would maintain critical government services at a time when they are needed most, says Finance Commissioner Kirsten Figueroa.
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Maine lawmakers seek more than a dozen changes to state election laws
Lawmakers from both parties are proposing reforms that could change the way Maine votes, including modifications made in 2020 to slow the spread of COVID-19.
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Ascension to legislative leadership is bittersweet for Talbot Ross
Rachel Talbot Ross, a Portland Democrat, is the first Black person in state history to serve in a leadership role in the Maine Legislature.
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As Maine Legislature starts back up, Democrats and Republicans present priorities
Both parties say they want to help Maine’s working families and small businesses survive the COVID-19 pandemic, but their approaches could vary widely.
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Paris legislator John Andrews leaves Republican Party in committee assignment dispute
Rep. John Andrews of Paris and Sen. Rick Bennett of Oxford both expressed displeasure with their party’s legislative leadership after having committee requests denied.
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Legislature faces new costs with move to Augusta Civic Center
The use of the arena for House and Senate floor sessions to provide the space needed to meet physical distancing guidelines for COVID-19 will cost the state $4,025 a day.
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Maine lawmakers tackle challenge of public access during pandemic
Committees plan to conduct many of their meetings virtually, at least initially, with opportunities for the public to either join by video conference or by phone.
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Keeping their distance, Maine lawmakers sworn in for historic session
The 130th Maine Legislature takes up quarters at the spacious Augusta Civic Center to begin months of work that will be modified, and dominated, by the pandemic.