By Rep. Holly B. Stover, D-Boothbay Harbor
September is Suicide Prevention Month
Each September, we are reminded that suicide is not just a personal tragedy. It is a public health crisis that touches every part of life in Maine. It’s a time to remember those we've lost, support those who are struggling and recommit ourselves to the work of prevention.
By: Rep. Michael Brennan, D-Portland
I’ve had the opportunity to serve in the Maine Legislature for more than 20 years, and throughout that time, I’ve witnessed many different state budget negotiations. Until this year, though, I’ve never had first-hand experience with those negotiations. Now, as a member of the Appropriations and Financial Affairs (AFA) Committee, which is responsible for crafting and reviewing the budget line by line, I believe without hesitation that we passed the best possible budget for the people of Maine in June.
AUGUSTA – On Tuesday, Sen. Henry Ingwersen, D-Arundel, House Assistant Majority Leader Rep. Lori Gramlich, D-Old Orchard Beach, and Rep. Bill Pluecker, I-Warren, met at the State House with a visiting delegation of lawmakers and officials from Massachusetts to discuss Maine’s efforts to combat PFAS contamination in the state.
AUGUSTA – Maine State Representative Chris Kessler is urging all Mainers who have canceled their Spectrum internet service in the past year to carefully review their final bill to make sure they are charged only for the days of actual service provided in their last month of billing.
By: Rep. Kilton Webb, D-Durham
As a licensed electrician and a sitting member of the Maine Legislature’s Energy, Utilities and Technology Committee, I have worked to support changes to Maine’s solar incentive program, which will ultimately save us all money.
AUGUSTA – On Wednesday, Assistant House Majority Leader Rep. Lori K.
By Rep. Ellie Sato
Augusta – A measure sponsored by Rep. Tavis Hasenfus, D-Readfield, to reimburse municipalities for General Assistance paid for the housing of residents of recovery residences was signed into law by Gov. Janet Mills on July 1.
AUGUSTA – A measure sponsored by Rep. Chris Kessler, D-South Portland, to establish net neutrality standards in Maine is now law.
As amended, LD 536 requires an internet service provider (ISP) to offer net neutral service to customers in the state – meaning all internet traffic must be treated equally. A violation of the requirements of this law is a violation of the Maine Unfair Trade Practices Act, which is enforced by the Maine Attorney General’s Office.