Advocates and survivors tell lawmakers that many women suffer lasting financial and emotional damage from abusers who manipulate the money in a relationship.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Politics
Bill to address the gender pay gap heads to Mills’ desk
Supporters say the measure addresses the discrepancy by prohibiting employers from asking about an applicant’s wage history.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Sen. Breen: On Equal Pay Day, let’s pay women what they deserve
A bill before the Maine Legislature promotes pay equality by discouraging employers from basing wages on a worker’s salary history.
Posted inLocal & State, Uncategorized
Advocates make case for bill to legalize ‘safe injection’ sites in Maine
They say that giving drug users a medically supervised place to use drugs would reduce overdose deaths and public health concerns while helping guide users into treatment. But such facilities are illegal under federal law.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Lowering Maine’s estate tax exemption would further shift tax burden to middle class
Proposals to broaden the state levy would slash investment in our workforce and economy.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: Brexit breakdown should be familiar to people in Maine
Vague referendum language and extensive legislative revisions are political features on both side of the Atlantic.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Investment in home visiting will improve public safety
Two bills before the Legislature will help ensure that more children grow up healthy and prepared to lead productive lives.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Sports
Maine lawmakers reject bill to study tackle-football age limit
A legislative committee votes unanimously against the bill because a similar group is already doing the work.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: It’s time for nonviolent offenders to receive a second chance
Mainers convicted of low-level crimes should be able to clear their records and move on with their lives.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: In Maine and in Washington, student lending practices need oversight
Borrowers are getting buried by rising costs and compounding fees.