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Meyer earns national recognition from American Cancer Society

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AUGUSTA - Rep. Michele Meyer, D-Eliot, was named a 2022 recipient of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network's National Distinguished Advocacy Award at a reception held in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Sept. 14. The award recognizes lawmakers who have led efforts to fight against cancer and to support patients, survivors and their families.

Home heating and weatherization resources

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Summer is still in full swing, and we've seen record temperatures in recent weeks. However, we know that the cold weather will return soon enough. I've heard from a few people recently about their concerns for keeping their homes warm this winter. Fortunately, there are resources available for those who need assistance.

Waldo Community Action Partners (WCAP) Home Energy Assistance Program helps qualified homeowners and renters pay for heating costs. The approval process can take some time, so I encourage you to apply as early as possible.

Attorney General wins appeal in federal ruling, Fay's law to protect economic abuse survivors stands

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AUGUSTA -A first-of-its-kind Maine law to protect survivors of domestic violence from poor credit reports as a result of economic abuse by their estranged partners has been upheld by the First Circuit Court of Appeals. The bill from Representative Jessica Fay was widely celebrated by domestic violence advocates when it passed in 2019. However, the U.S. District Court of Maine invalidated a critical piece of the law in a case brought by the consumer data industry in 2020.

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