State ethics commission fines group behind ‘right to repair’ referendum

The Maine Automotive Right to Repair Committee was assessed a $35,000 fine for late notifications of major contributions to donors and the commission.

Group behind ‘right to repair’ referendum faces fines for late notice of major donations

The Maine Commission on Governmental Ethics could assess up to $240,000 in fines for the Maine Automotive Right to Repair Committee, but staff are recommending a levy of $50,000.

Automotive right-to-repair referendum passes with overwhelming support

Tommy Hickey, director of the Maine Automotive Right to Repair Coalition, said the next step is to sit down with the attorney general and help guide the state on how to best implement this law.

Opponents of public utility takeover far outspend supporters as Election Day nears

The owners of Maine's largest power companies have spent more than $37 million to defeat Question 3, while the leading supporter of a public utility takeover has spent just over $1 million.

Carmakers taking away the keys? Right to repair referendum a question of access

Technology continues to evolve in new cars with computerized systems controlling every facet of a vehicle's operation. Who can access that digital data is at the root of Question 4.

Our View: Yes on Question 4 to preserve Maine’s right to repair our vehicles

Commentary: Maine right to repair referendum question oversteps the mark

The right to repair should be protected. We shouldn’t have to open ourselves to security risks while doing so.

Spending piles up in Pine Tree Power, right-to-repair referendum campaigns

The owners of Maine's largest power companies have spent nearly $30 million to oppose Question 3, while backers of Question 4, the right-to-repair proposal, have raised $4 million.

Question 4: What you need to know about the right-to-repair referendum

The technology to keep your vehicle on the road is changing. This referendum deals with who should have the right to repair it.

Housing, cost of living top of mind for Mainers in UNH poll

Hot-button issues like abortion and gun control have taken a back seat to the economic concerns that affect respondents' lives on a daily basis.