• Read more about Maine House advances measure to address invasive aquatic species

AUGUSTA - The Maine House of Representatives gave initial approval Wednesday to a bill sponsored by Rep. Tavis Hasenfus, D-Readfield, to advance efforts to control invasive aquatic species. LD 1826 would require the Interagency Task Force on Invasive Aquatic Plants and Nuisance Species to report back to the Legislature and relevant departments their findings and recommendations, including suggested legislation related to controlling the introduction of invasive aquatic plants and nuisance species in Maine.

• Read more about Madigan introduces bill to institute workload limits for caseworkers

AUGUSTA - Rep. Colleen Madigan, D-Waterville, introduced legislation on Tuesday before the Legislature's Health and Human Services Committee that would prevent exhaustion and burnout among caseworkers within the Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS) and protect the children they serve.

• Read more about Legislative committee advances Madigan bill to require health care companies to cover fertility treatment

AUGUSTA - The Legislature's Health and Human Services Committee voted last Thursday to advance a bill sponsored by Rep. Colleen Madigan, D-Waterville, aimed at requiring health care providers to cover fertility treatment.

LD 1539 would require carriers offering health care plans in Maine to provide coverage for fertility diagnostic care and fertility treatment if the enrollee is already a fertility patient.

• Read more about Meyer introduces bill to bolster prevention efforts against child abuse and neglect

AUGUSTA - Rep. Michele Meyer, D-Eliot, introduced a bill before the Legislature's Health and Human Services Committee on Tuesday that seeks to restore Maine's once successful child welfare system. The proposal comes in response to 2021 being the worst year on record for children's deaths involving abuse and neglect in households with prior involvement with child protective services.

• Read more about Salisbury receives Outstanding Woman of 2022 Award

AUGUSTA - Rep. Sue Salisbury, D-Westbrook, was selected from over 120 nominees as one of 20 Outstanding Women of 2022. Coast 93.1 and Hannaford offer this recognition to women in Maine who go above and beyond the call of duty to make a difference in their communities. As a small business owner, chair of the Westbrook school committee and state representative, Salisbury is an active member of her community in a multitude of ways.

• Read more about Are you missing money?

Is there a chance you've forgotten about an old bank account? Maybe you moved and never got your utility deposit back? If so, you may be on the states unclaimed property list.

• Read more about Gramlich proposal to strengthen law enforcement training standards advances

AUGUSTA - The Legislature's Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee voted Thursday to advance a proposal by Rep. Lori Gramlich, D-Old Orchard Beach, to strengthen law enforcement education and training standards in Maine. The vote was 7-3 with three members absent.

• Read more about Legislative committee unanimously advances Fay bill to bolster Maine's veterinary workforce

AUGUSTA - The Legislature's Innovation, Development, Economic Advancement and Business (IDEA) Committee voted unanimously on Tuesday to advance a bill sponsored by Rep. Jessica Fay, D-Raymond, aimed at strengthening Maine's veterinary workforce.

• Read more about Berry, Grohoski issue statements on Public Utility Commission's investigation into Central Maine Power

AUGUSTA - Rep. Seth Berry, D-Bowdoinham, and Rep. Nicole Grohoski, D-Ellsworth, issued the following statements in response to an announcement from the Maine Public Utilities Commission (PUC) on Thursday.

• Read more about Tepler serves as Speaker Pro Tem in the Maine House

Rep. Denise Tepler, D-Topsham, convened the Maine House of Representatives as Speaker Pro Tem on Wednesday. All members who are serving their final term are offered the opportunity to preside over the House chamber. Tepler is in her fourth term representing the town of Topsham in the Maine House. She serves as the House chair of the Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services Committee.

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