AUGUSTA – On Tuesday, Rep. Laura Supica, D-Bangor, introduced LD 182, which will require the Department of Health and Human Services to pay a MaineCare reimbursement rate for services provided by the Maine Veterans’ Homes (MVH) that more accurately reflects the cost of care provided to residents. 

AUGUSTA – Rep. Michele Meyer, D-Eliot, introduced two proposals on Friday that would strengthen Maine’s child abuse prevention and family support services. 

AUGUSTA – Ninety-two state lawmakers have signed a letter spearheaded by Rep. Tavis Hasenfus, D-Readfield, in response to the Trump administration’s Tuesday firing of the entire workforce at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services responsible for administering the Low-Income Heating Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

AUGUSTA – Rep. Kilton Webb, D-Durham, introduced legislation Tuesday to strengthen Maine's pre-apprenticeship programs before the Legislature’s Labor Committee. 

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AUGUSTA – Last Wednesday, Rep.

AUGUSTA – Rep. Lydia Crafts, D-Newcastle, introduced legislation before the Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services

AUGUSTA – Rep. Kristen Cloutier, D-Lewiston, presented legislation at a public hearing before the Legislature’s Health and Human Services Committee, on Friday that would equip those who menstruate with the knowledge they need to navigate menopause effectively and make informed decisions about their bodies and health. 

AUGUSTA – The National Caucus of Environmental Legislators has named Assistant House Majority Leader Lori K. Gramlich, D-Old Orchard Beach, its Maine State Lead for 2025-2026. 

AUGUSTA – Rep. Melanie Sachs, D-Freeport, introduced a bill Wednesday before the Energy, Utilities and Technology Committee that

 would provide funding for the Low Income Assistance Program (LIAP) to help Mainers pay their electric bills.