The Democratic majority leaders want the Legislature to return for a special session, but Republicans insist that it be limited to curbing Gov. Janet Mills’ executive powers and responding to virus-related problems.
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Commentary: Lawsuit necessary to stop illegal land grab by CMP
The Maine Bureau of Public Lands is failing to following the straightforward process set out in the state Constitution.
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Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Maine Legislature may return for special session
Legislative leaders are polling lawmakers to determine whether they want to hold a session this summer to address issues related to COVID-19.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Maine’s internet privacy law survives legal challenge
A federal judge dismissed most of a lawsuit against the state, filed by internet service providers who want to sell customers’ personal information.
Posted inLocal & State, Local Elections, News, Politics
Party voters to choose nominees in 34 State House races
Republican voters will have to settle 9 State House primary races on July 14, while Democrats will select 25 nominees, including 7 races with 3 candidates each.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Sen. Cyrway: Maine’s school resource officers are too valuable to lose
Abolishing the program will affect safety and eliminate a tool for breaking down barriers between young people and law enforcement.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Mainers can’t be heard when big money in politics drowns them out
The 2020 election is on pace to be Maine’s most costly – join Stand With Maine and support a constitutional amendment to allow spending limits.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Sen. Sanborn: Access to affordable health coverage critical to combating, containing COVID-19
The need has never been more apparent than it is now, amid a pandemic and an economic downturn.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Cost of reopening schools during pandemic could exceed $300 million
Maine’s education commissioner tells lawmakers that schools face a heavy lift in procuring personal protective equipment, expanding bus fleets and filling vacant positions.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Hearing on Maine fusion center fails to provide answers
The Legislature has no choice but to order an investigation into the secretive unit.