Meyer introduces proposals to prevent child abuse by strengthening support for Maine families
AUGUSTA – Rep. Michele Meyer, D-Eliot, introduced two proposals on Friday that would strengthen Maine’s child abuse prevention and family support services.
92 state lawmakers sign letter pressing Trump administration on LIHEAP firings
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).
Webb introduces bill to strengthen Maine's trade workforce
AUGUSTA – Rep. Kilton Webb, D-Durham, introduced legislation Tuesday to strengthen Maine's pre-apprenticeship programs before the Legislature’s Labor Committee.
Eaton introduces bill to fund affordable senior housing
AUGUSTA – On Tuesday, Rep.
Murphy presents bill to lower costs for Maine families by eliminating the sales tax on diapers
AUGUSTA – Last Wednesday, Rep.
Crafts introduces legislation to protect customers from unfair paper billing fees
AUGUSTA – Rep. Lydia Crafts, D-Newcastle, introduced legislation before the Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services
Cloutier introduces legislation to help address the knowledge gap around perimenopause and menopause
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.
Gramlich named to state leadership role by National Caucus of Environmental Legislators
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.
Sachs introduces bill to provide relief for Maine ratepayers
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.
Committee unanimously advances Cloutier legislation to support Maine caregivers
AUGUSTA – The Legislature’s Health and Human Services Committee voted to unanimously advance two pieces of legislation sponsored by Rep. Kristen Cloutier, D-Lewiston, that would permanently establish and fund the Respite for ME Program to support Maine caregivers.