The judge rejects the state’s claim that it can’t proceed without funding and orders it to file paperwork allowing up to 70,000 low-income Mainers to start applying for health coverage July 2.
Paul LePage
Republican Governor of Maine, 2011 to present.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Possible Saddleback sale needed federal tax benefit
The decision not to designate Rangeley an ‘opportunity zone’ dims the possibility that a Boston investment firm will buy and reopen the popular ski area.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: LePage has opportunity to lead on child welfare
The governor is uniquely positioned to make a difference – if he is ready to seize the moment.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
LePage to push for child protection reforms, seek criminal penalties for failure to report suspected abuse
He also says family reunification should not be a priority in such cases, as dozens of experts and parents speak to a legislative panel following the deaths of two young girls.
Posted inElection 2018, Local & State, News, Politics
With Republican gubernatorial candidates unified on policy, vote will turn on personality
All four contenders agree on a lot, so voters must decide whether to choose a LePage ‘heir’ or a more moderate choice.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News, Politics
Judge plans quick ruling on whether Maine must submit Medicaid expansion plan
The lawsuit seeks to compel the DHHS to amend its program with the federal government and begin creating rules before a July 2 deadline. The state says it cannot because no money has been specifically appropriated.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Speaker Gideon: House Democrats will stay at the table, fight for hardworking Mainers
Gov. LePage – with House Republicans’ help – is using families, seniors, the disabled and the uninsured as a pawn in an attempt to roll back livable wages.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Group suing LePage administration to expand Medicaid responds
Maine Equal Justice Partners counters assertions by the governor that he can’t implement the expansion until the Legislature allocates funds for it.
Posted inLocal & State, News
LePage reveals he was hit by a car while cycling in November, credits helmet with saving his life
The governor had kept the Florida accident quiet until it came up at trade conference Friday, saying he needs shoulder surgery that might conflict with his desire to lead a trade mission to Taipei.
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LePage says he will require surgery after being hit by a car in November
The governor said he had kept the incident quiet, but revealed it at trade conference Friday morning.