High-profile members of both parties are expected to try to beat the March 15 deadline.
John Richardson
Portland Press Herald
John Richardson is the managing editor for the Portland Press Herald.
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Maine pulled into contraception debate
Maine’s Legislature came up with its own contraceptive coverage compromise almost 13 years ago.
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Women legislators urge Maine AG to alter course on contraception coverage
The 32 Democrats say Maine’s attorney general should drop out of an effort to stop a federal health insurance mandate on birth control.
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LePage bid to shield his papers faces hearing today
The bill would create a new exemption in the state Freedom of Access Act for any reports, papers or memos developed by the Governor’s Office for the purpose of a proposal or report to the Legislature.
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Maine AG critical of federal mandate on contraceptives
But a women’s lobby says he voted to pass a state law that was similar.
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Gaming board OKs full casino license for Hollywood slots
The first full-service operation means gamblers can stay in-state to legally bet on cards and dice.
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Maine legislation would free police from texting ban
The bill’s sponsor says the current law’s too restrictive, but admits that exemptions may not be the best fix.
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Hollywood slots gets Maine’s first casino license
The Bangor facility is expected to open the table games on March 16.
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Federal official says she offered to send team to Maine
Kathleen Sebelius, the Cabinet member who oversees Medicaid regulations, says she met with Gov. Paul LePage but hasn’t heard back from him yet about advising the state on containing MaineCare costs.
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In response to Violette, bill tries to end pensions for Maine felons
It’s a response to Paul Violette, who still gets $5,289 a month despite his theft.