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PublishedApril 24, 2023
Bill would ask Mainers to specify who is protected from discrimination
A bill that would ask Maine voters to explicitly prohibit discrimination in the state constitution stirred passionate debate at the Legislature on Monday.
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PublishedApril 24, 2023
Maine Voices: What would fishing in Maine be without the wildlife?
Lead poisoning from fishing has for years been one of the leading causes of loon deaths. We want to change that.
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PublishedApril 23, 2023
Housing-first strategy ties stable residences with social services
The legislation could be transformative, supporters say, sharply reducing Maine's chronic homelessness.
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PublishedApril 23, 2023
Our View: A school with guns in it is not a safe school
Is this what a legislative response to gun violence looks like?
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PublishedApril 22, 2023
Lawmakers eye limits on growers to keep marijuana boom from going bust
An abundant cannabis supply and dropping prices have some concerned about an industry consolidation like what's happened in other states.
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PublishedApril 21, 2023
Lawmakers propose new standards for recalling local school board members
Two bills would open the door to recall elections for any reason, while a third would require misconduct such as misuse of public funds.
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PublishedApril 21, 2023
Commentary: Maine is not meeting its obligation to children like my son
Without a critical change to the payment structure for special-purpose preschools, these schools cannot survive.
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PublishedApril 18, 2023
Legislators move to create housing subsidies for homeless students
The Legislature’s Committee on Housing votes unanimously on a bill to create a rental assistance program for homeless students and, where applicable, their families.
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PublishedApril 18, 2023
Right-to-repair law could mean cheaper fixes for products, legislators told
But dealers said the proposal to let consumers seek less expensive repairs for electronics, outdoor equipment and other items could expose the public to security and safety risks.
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PublishedApril 14, 2023
Report cites missed opportunities in Maddox Williams case
But the review of the state's handling of the 3-year-old's death in 2021 found that caseworkers didn't make any "unsound" decisions. It also illustrates the complexities Child Protective Services faces in cases involving substance use, mental health and numerous parents.
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