AUGUSTA – Rep. Stephan Bunker, D-Farmington, was recognized by the Maine Fire Protection Services Commission for his efforts to reduce cancer among firefighters at the annual joint conference of the Maine Fire Chiefs Association, held at Sunday River Resort on March 26.
AUGUSTA – Rep. Allison Hepler, D-Woolwich, (first row, fourth from left) recently joined national advocates, medical professionals and affected Maine families to raise awareness for organ donation at a State House event hosted by New England Donor Services. The organization invited Hepler to speak at their annual Maine event to advocate for organ donation and to share her story as a donor spouse. April is National Donate Life Month.
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.
AUGUSTA – On Tuesday, Rep.
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.
