He says he’s been assured a panel will get the time it needs to do business.
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Flood to stay as Appropriations chairman
Flood, a Republican, said he wanted to resign following pressure from legislative leaders to take a procedural committee vote late Thursday night. Democrats were particularly upset at the rushed vote, he said.
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Charter schools plan: Backers see options, foes predict problems
The bill’s sponsor asserts the schools would be a step toward individualized education for every student in Maine.
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Budget cuts opposed as revised plan adds more
Hearing witnesses want aid to the poor protected. The state backs off on Clean Election cuts but seeks to defund MPBN.
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200 protest LePage budget cuts ahead of hearing
Lawmakers on the Appropriations Committee are scheduled to take public testimony on the governor’s change package this afternoon.
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Hundreds expected to rally against state budget cuts
A hearing is also planned on Gov. Paul LePage’s proposed spending reductions, aimed at closing a $164 million shortfall.
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Rules aim to tame Maine Turnpike spending
Legislators consider regular auditing, and some call for fresh faces on the authority’s board.
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Maine voter poll: Keep Clean Elections
Gov. Paul LePage’s budget proposal would eliminate public financing for those who run for governor.
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Situation in Chelsea prompted recall bill
A Maine lawmaker wants a way to get rid of municipal officials in towns that have no recall provisions.
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Revenue shortfall triggers changes
The LePage administration proposes $250 million in adjustments, including cuts in health insurance.