Maine House Democrats

Committee advances Mathieson measure to strengthen Maine’s government shutdown loan program

AUGUSTA – Last Wednesday, the Legislature’s Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services Committee voted 12-1 in favor of advancing LD 2102, a bill sponsored by Rep. Kristi Mathieson, D-Kittery, to clarify eligibility and repayment issues with the Government Shutdown Loan Guarantee Program. The program encourages Maine lending institutions to voluntarily offer interest-free loans to eligible state and federal employees during shutdowns lasting more than seven days.

Fighting for lower costs and a stronger Gorham

By Rep. Parnell Terry 

The Legislature recently convened for the start of a new session, and this year, we will consider hundreds of bills before our expected adjournment date in mid-April.  

One issue I hear from constituents more than almost any other is that the rising cost of living has been putting a lot of pressure on Gorham family budgets. From the costs of housing and health care to energy and child care, it’s getting a lot more difficult for families to make ends meet and build their lives here.  

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