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PublishedMarch 6, 2019
Bill to require all Maine police to wear body cameras ignites debate
Supporters say Sen. Susan Deschambault's bill would promote transparency, but critics raise concerns about how much it would cost and whether it could lead to invasion of privacy.
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PublishedMarch 6, 2019
Legislation targets Maine’s chronic waiting list for Meals on Wheels
The largely federally funded program provides healthy food and human connections that help prevent more costly hospital and nursing home stays.
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PublishedMarch 4, 2019
Three bills aim to increase Maine teachers’ starting pay from current $30,000
The base salary would be increased to at least $40,000 under any of the proposals, which would require the state to make up the difference if districts didn't pay the minimum.
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PublishedMarch 4, 2019
Proposal for new state flag based on vintage design gets a wave of support
Some suggest that the 'old' design be rolled out for Maine's bicentennial celebration in 2020 and put to voters.
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PublishedMarch 4, 2019
Lawmaker wants to redesign Maine’s state flag
Rep. Janice Cooper says a streamlined, 1901 version of the flag that features a star and a pine tree is one that resonates with both conservatives on the right and "Portland hipsters."
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PublishedMarch 3, 2019
Maine’s attorney general has earned bipartisan credibility
Democrat Aaron Frey won't likely clash with the chief executive as his predecessor did. Still, significant challenges await.
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PublishedMarch 2, 2019
Women in Maine politics: ‘They ran. They won. And now there’s even more.’
We take a look at the new commissioners in Maine Gov. Janet Mills' cabinet — eight of 15 are women — and at the forces behind the growing number of women in the Maine Legislature and politics nationally.
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PublishedMarch 1, 2019
Legislative panel backs bill to reduce maximum contribution to municipal candidates
The proposal by Rep. Ben Chipman of Portland would lower the upper limit from $850 to $500.
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PublishedMarch 1, 2019
Debate swirls around bill to base Maine’s choice for president on popular vote
A national movement would alter the role of the Electoral College and become law if enough states, including Maine, support the change.
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PublishedMarch 1, 2019
Low-income Mainers may get something to smile about
Lawmakers consider adding comprehensive adult dental coverage to MaineCare.
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