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Maine Bureau of Insurance also sends bulletin to state regulated insurers reinforcing that COVID-19 vaccines must be covered under Maine law

Governor Mills surveyed new equipment at Sanford Regional Technical Center secured through her Jobs Plan and visited Biddeford where a long-vacant downtown block has been revitalized into a new bowling alley and restaurant

York County, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills yesterday visited the Sanford Regional Technical Center in Sanford to see firsthand how her Administration's record investments in career and technical education are helping Maine students enter the trades.

“Twenty-four years ago, Maine and the nation were forever changed by horrific acts of terrorism. Today, I join Maine people in pausing to remember the nearly 3,000 souls taken from us that day – including the six beloved citizens of Maine – and in saluting the courageous first responders who rushed toward danger and the thousands of brave military servicemembers who stepped up to keep our nation safe then and in the years since.

In remarks to Affordable Housing Conference, Governor also criticizes Trump tariffs for increasing housing costs as Maine continues efforts to address housing needs for Maine people and communities

Bangor, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills today delivered opening remarks to kick off the Maine Housing 2025 Affordable Housing Conference in Bangor, highlighting her Administration's historic investment of $315 million to alleviate Maine's housing crunch since 2019 -- nearly five times the amount the state dedicated to housing production from 2000 to 2018.

In two iconic Kennebec County downtowns, Governor celebrates progress on housing supported by historic investments under her Administration

Gardiner and Waterville, MAINE-- Governor Mills today visited two iconic central Maine downtowns, Gardiner and Waterville, where investments under her Administration are supporting new housing developments that are strengthening the local economy and supporting future growth.

In her Radio Address this weekend, Governor Janet Mills encouraged Maine people to be prepared for extreme weather and other natural disasters. She has proclaimed September to be "Preparedness Month" in Maine.

Applications are being accepted by the Dept. of Economic & Community Development now through Friday, October 17, 2025

Governor Janet Mills today announced that the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) is now accepting applications for the annual Governor's Award for Business Excellence.

Potential end of Federal tax credits is already driving up health insurance premiums in Maine, according to Maine Bureau of Insurance; Governor warns that failing to extend tax credits this month would put health coverage out of reach for thousands of Maine people

Augusta, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills today urged Congress to extend a critical tax credit that helps Maine people afford their health insurance. 

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement in honor of Labor Day 2025:

As overdose deaths continue to decline in Maine, Governor urges continued commitment to fighting the opioid epidemic

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today in honor of International Overdose Awareness Day:

Consistent with a directive of the President, Governor Janet Mills has ordered that the United States and the State of Maine flags be lowered to half-staff until sunset on August 31, 2025.

Governor Mills issued the following statement:

As commissioner, Figueroa’s strong fiscal management led DAFS through unprecedented challenges to deliver responsible balanced budgets and a record Budget Stabilization fund 

Augusta, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills announced today that Kirsten LC Figueroa, Commissioner of the Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services (DAFS), will retire on October 31, 2025, following nearly 30 years of dedicated service to the State of Maine. 

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement on the passing of Hall of Fame jockey Ron Turcotte, who died today at the age of 84 in his hometown of Drummond, New Brunswick, Canada:

Healthy reserves, budget surplus in FY2025, and credit rating upgrade demonstrate Maine's prudent budgeting and fiscal health under Governor Mills

Governor Janet Mills and State Treasurer Joe Perry announced today that Fitch Ratings, one of the top international credit rating agencies, has upgraded its bond credit for the State of Maine to AA+, the second highest rating that Fitch issues.

Governor Mills has issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency proposal to rescind “endangerment finding” regarding greenhouse gas emissions:

The 16-unit development is among more than 400 new apartments in Maine supported by the Rural Affordable Rental Housing Program

Newcastle, MAINE -- Governor Janet Mills today cut the ribbon on a new 16-unit affordable apartment complex in downtown Newcastle.

Under his leadership, MaineDOT paved thousands of miles of roads, repaired hundreds of bridges, strengthened efforts to protect infrastructure from extreme storms, and worked to improve downtowns around the state

Governor Janet Mills today announced that Bruce Van Note, Commissioner of the Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT), will retire from his position on August 15, 2025.

"Friendly" match between the Halifax Wanderers and the Portland Hearts of Pine is a direct result of Governor Mills' recent goodwill mission to Atlantic Canada

Portland, MAINE -- Governor Janet Mills today announced that Maine will welcome the Halifax Wanderers of the Canadian Premier League for an international "friendly" match with Maine's new professional soccer team, the Portland Hearts of Pine, next month at Portland's Fitzpatrick Stadium. 

Governor Mills opens UMaine's modernized Aroostook Farm, an advanced potato research facility supported by her Jobs Plan, and visits Penobscot McCrum after signing key tax credit legislation to strengthen its potato processing operations

Presque Isle, MAINE -- Today in Aroostook County, Governor Janet Mills celebrated transformative investments by her administration to strengthen Maine's vital potato industry and family farms in Northern Maine.

Governor Janet Mills today joined governors from 16 states to call upon Secretary of Education Linda McMahon to release approximately $6.8 billion that the Trump Administration is withholding from schools and students across America, including in Maine. In addition to Governor Mills, governors from Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, Oregon, Rhode Island, Washington, and Wisconsin all signed onto the letter, demonstrating the far-reaching impact of the withholding.

While data show continued decline in overdose deaths in Maine, Governor warns 'we can't get complacent'

During remarks today at the seventh annual Governor's Opioid Response Summit, Governor Janet Mills welcomed data showing that overdose deaths continue to decline in Maine but urged attendees to maintain the fight against the opioid epidemic.

Governor Janet Mills today issued the following statement after the U.S. House passed the 2025 Federal budget reconciliation bill:

LD 1951 extends tax credits to potato processing facility in Washburn and a new facility now under construction at the Loring Commerce Centre in Limestone

Governor Janet Mills has signed LD 1951, legislation that supports key economic investments and jobs in Aroostook County by extending tax credits to a family-owned potato processing facility in Washburn and a new potato chip factory under construction at the Loring Commerce Centre in Limestone expected to open in 2026.

Recognizing the importance of energy to Maine people and the state's economy, the new department will focus on making energy more affordable and reliable, with new authority to procure energy from clean, cost-effective sources.

Governor Janet Mills today issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate passed the 2025 Federal budget reconciliation bill: