State tax revenues drop as COVID-19 tightens grip on Maine economy

A monthly report from state tax collectors shows parts of Maine's economy reeling amid the pandemic.

Party lines emerge in Legislature over $127 million spending proposal

As lawmakers examine the supplemental budget offered by Gov. Janet Mills in February, Republicans on the Health and Human Service Committee are balking at some of the spending proposals.

Priorities differ as lawmakers begin debate on governor’s $126 million budget plan

Republicans want more focus on repairing roads and bridges; Democrats want to add staff and improve programs for disadvantaged residents.

Mills calls for more caseworkers, troopers in $127 million supplemental budget

The governor is asking lawmakers to fund more child protection caseworkers, broadband expansion and increased aid for education, all priorities she highlighted in her State of the State address in January.

Gov. Mills signs 2-year state budget totaling nearly $8 billion

Lawmakers complete work on the bipartisan budget several days before the Legislature's scheduled adjournment, unlike 2 years ago, when political fighting led to a brief government shutdown.

Maine Legislature approves new state budget of nearly $8 billion

The 2-year spending package includes many, but not all, of the initiatives proposed by Democratic Gov. Janet Mills, and lawmakers from both parties speak of a new level of civility in Maine government.

Lawmakers nearing agreement on state budget with more money for cities and towns

An increase in revenue sharing will reduce pressure on property tax rates, but lawmakers are divided on funding levels for UMaine, the community colleges and Maine Maritime Academy.

Voicemail confirms that Paul LePage told lawmakers he would leave the state

Analysis: Paul LePage, Sara Gideon already preparing for next budget battle

Analysis: How the shutdown ended, and what's next