AUGUSTA - Last week, the Maine House of Representatives voted unanimously to advance a measure from Rep. Margaret Craven, D-Lewiston, that would expand public access to naloxone hydrochloride, also known by the brand name Narcan.

"Passing this bill is going to save lives," said Craven. "Making Narcan publicly accessible greatly increases the chances for someone to help a person experiencing an overdose and thus give them the chance to seek recovery."

AUGUSTA - The Legislature's Committee on State and Local Government voted unanimously Thursday to advance LD 1260, sponsored by Rep. Morgan Rielly, D-Westbrook.

AUGUSTA - Rep. Anne Graham, D-North Yarmouth, welcomes constituents to attend her office hours on Saturday, April 29, at Pineland Farms Cafe from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

This is a monthly opportunity for members of the public to sit down with Graham and hear updates from Augusta, ask questions about policymaking and share opinions on state matters. Graham will hold constituent office hours on the last Saturday of every month.

AUGUSTA - Rep. Melanie Sachs, D-Freeport, introduced legislation last week that would establish a task force to study the formation of a statewide commission on disabilities.

LD 1339 was inspired by Rep. Sachs' work with the Freeport Accessibility Task Force, a dedicated group of volunteers committed to increasing access and opportunities for those with different abilities in their community.

AUGUSTA - Rep. Karen Montell, D-Gardiner, introduced legislation this week that would require the completion of a defensive driving course for certain traffic infractions.

AUGUSTA - The Maine House of Representatives voted unanimously to advance a proposal on Thursday sponsored by Rep. Kevin O'Connell, D-Brewer, to establish a task force to review the work practices and treatment of pharmacists in Maine.

AUGUSTA - Rep. Michael Brennan, D-Portland, introduced two bills to address Maine's shortage of educational technicians before the Legislature's Education and Cultural Affairs Committee on Thursday.

AUGUSTA - A bill introduced by Rep. Kathy Shaw, D-Auburn, would establish a pathway for school districts around the state to implement outdoor experiential education programs.

AUGUSTA - Rep. Lori K. Gramlich, D-Old Orchard Beach, presented two proposals Thursday that seek to strengthen law enforcement education and training standards in Maine.

AUGUSTA - Rep. Rebecca Millett, D-Cape Elizabeth, presented a bill on Thursday to address the shortage of ed techs and other school staff by raising their wages.

LD 955 would establish a minimum hourly wage for public school support staff beginning in 2024. The wage would be equal to 125% of the statewide minimum wage.