Democrats say yes after their surprise victory in a special election in District 20, but others call that a stretch.
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After delay, budget vote likely today
The House vote was put off so lawmakers could work on amendments and compromises.
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Democrat wins Senate seat in upset
Republican Dana Dow, a former state senator, was seen as the heavy favorite to win the seat that was vacated last year by Sen. David Trahan, R-Waldoboro.
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Republicans still unhappy with Maine budget
A poll indicates that more than 30 conservatives plan to vote against it today in the House.
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This time, private money would fund Maine east-west road
Legislation would require the state to finance a feasibility study that may be used to attract investors for the long-discussed highway.
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East-west highway idea resurfaces in Legislature
The latest proposal seeks $300,000 of state money to do a feasibility study for a privately owned and operated toll highway.
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Ice shack fees leave Maine lawmakers cold
Towns can still charge users on some waters, but that may end.
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Maine retirees’ group sues state over benefit changes
Retired teachers and state workers fight a freeze and a cap on cost-of-living increases.
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Retirees group sues state retirement system
The suit, filed today in federal District Court in Bangor, alleges that the state last year did not have the authority to make changes to plan benefits.
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State House Notebook: All eyes on House budget vote this week
AUGUSTA – The House will be the chamber to watch this week as leaders in both parties count noses in advance of votes on the budget. The emergency legislation to close a $120 million immediate shortfall at the Department of Health and Human Services needs 101 votes in the House and 24 in the Senate […]