Deep distrust between Democrats and the conservative House Republican caucus closely aligned with Gov. LePage centers particularly on the key issues of Medicaid expansion and tax conformity.
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Are tax cuts benefiting workers, businesses as promised? Fact is, no
Months after the bill was bullied through Congress, it appears the money saved is not trickling down.
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Posted inLocal & State, News
Portland manager’s budget would raise taxes for city services 2.6%
When the proposal is combined with the school spending plan, property taxes could rise 4.6%.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Sen. Collins: Health insurance rate increases were avoidable
For example, eliminating the individual mandate should not have been linked to the tax cut plan without more ACA fixes.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
New Gloucester Rep. Espling: Democrats helped Maine People’s Alliance conceal details of costly bill
No person or interest group should be allowed to block open debate on ballot initiatives or other proposals.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Westbrook’s proposed budget would add 5.8 percent to spending
Taxes on a home assessed at $190,000 would increase $190 under Mayor Mike Sanphy’s $68.1 million proposal.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine families are already benefiting from federal tax cuts
They are among the Americans seeing the impact of the tax overhaul in their own paychecks.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Maine finance commissioner: Tax conformity proposal works for Maine’s businesses and families
The Conformity and Family Tax Relief Act recouples Maine’s tax laws to the updated federal code.
Posted inBusiness
McDonald’s expands worker tuition benefits, citing tax law
The fast-food company is also changing its eligibility rules.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: LePage’s tax plan gives huge benefits to a few at expense of the many
A hearing on the bill made clear that Mainers understand the game