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PublishedDecember 23, 2022
With bill’s passage, lobster industry welcomes 6-year break from new regulations
The omnibus spending legislation includes a rider that freezes new federal regulation of lobstering practices. President Biden is expected to sign the bill into law.
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PublishedFebruary 9, 2019
How Maine’s members of Congress voted last week
The House has passed the Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act to establish a fine and imprisonment of up to 5 years as penalties for those who attempt to defraud military veterans of their benefits.
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PublishedDecember 23, 2018
Next step for Mike Michaud after Congress: His local select board
Never one to stop serving, the former Maine representative with deep ties to East Millinocket looks to help rebulid the mill town.
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PublishedDecember 13, 2018
From agriculture to technology, $867 billion farm bill yields benefits for Maine
The multi-year bill will support organic food research, programs for beginning farmers and funding for expanding broadband service into rural areas, among other measures.
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PublishedNovember 24, 2018
How Maine’s members of Congress voted
There were no key votes in the Senate.
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PublishedOctober 24, 2018
Despise Congress? You’re not alone
Just 14 percent of Americans approve of the legislative branch's performance, a new poll shows.
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PublishedAugust 23, 2018
Senate panel OKs consumer watchdog nominee
Kathleen Kraninger's nomination receives approval in a 13-12 party-line vote.
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PublishedJuly 25, 2018
Maine senators want U.S. to set aside day to celebrate lobster
Sept. 25 would be 'National Lobster Day,' recognizing the historic and economic importance of the lobster industry.
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PublishedApril 19, 2018
Rep. Pingree will use a new appointment to continue to advocate for arts funding
Maine's 1st District representative will co-chair the Congressional Arts Caucus, House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi announced Thursday.
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PublishedApril 17, 2018
Maine and U.S. leaders remember former first lady Barbara Bush
She was admired for her strength, dignity and unwavering passion for children.
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