Unemployment
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PublishedApril 20, 2018
March unemployment rate could be Maine’s lowest since 1957
The rate of 2.7 percent is the lowest since the state began keeping records using modern methodology.
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PublishedApril 19, 2018
Maine Legislature tables bill to address unemployment system in wake of botched rollout
Unemployed Mainers have complained about the online filing system since it rolled out last December, claiming they get locked out of their accounts and are unable to reach anyone in the department.
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PublishedMarch 31, 2018
Legislators OK amendment language for unemployment bill
The amendment requires the state’s Department of Labor to fill vacant positions in the department, to post notice of the vacant positions, and to create a voicemail and call-back component for claimants.
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PublishedMarch 23, 2018
Oversight panel to investigate botched rollout of Maine’s new unemployment system
The Government Oversight Committee voted 8-2 to examine the state Labor Department's handling of the rollout and accusations that documented complaints and requests for help were destroyed.
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PublishedMarch 23, 2018
Maine jobless rate dips below 3%, the lowest in more than 40 years
The preliminary figure of 2.9% for February has not been seen since 1976.
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