Debates are likely on the floor of the Legislature over a bill to allow online wagering, set a 2-tiered tax rate and allow on-premises betting at 11 locations.
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Commentary: Maine should have single set of rules governing online privacy
L.D. 946 covers only internet service providers, leaving customers’ data open to exploitation by search engines and social media.
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Maine Voices: Our state constitution should prohibit sex discrimination
Passing L.D. 433 would give Mainers the chance to vote on constitutional protections against sex-based bias.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics, Schools and Education
Lawmakers seek to track, reduce schools’ use of restraint and seclusion
A recent report by the nonprofit Disability Rights Maine found that use of physical restraint or seclusion jumped 60% in 4 years in Maine schools.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Politics
Financially strapped EMS providers ask state for funding increase
A bill that’s headed to the Legislature would boost Medicare reimbursement rates for Maine’s ambulance services, some of which are struggling to survive.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News, Politics, Schools and Education
Senate vote sends bill to end vaccine exemptions to governor’s desk
A recent measles case in Maine was cited by both supporters and opponents of the measure to end all non-medical exemptions to school-required vaccinations.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Conservation bond hunting-trapping mandate usurps local control
Land for Maine’s Future’s purse strings should not be tied to the wishes of a small minority of Mainers.
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Commentary: Maine legislators must protect kids like mine from harmful chemicals lurking in food
L.D. 1433 would keep toxic industrial chemicals out of food packaging.
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Rep. Carney: New bill aims to fight financial exploitation of older Mainers
L.D. 316 would raise 4 crimes to felonies when perpetrated against vulnerable adults.
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Maine Voices: Augusta fails to recognize that gun injuries, deaths are a public safety crisis
A legislative committee spikes six firearm-safety bills, and Gov. Mills is watering down the ‘red flag’ measure.