• Read more about Maine House advances Equal Rights Amendment

AUGUSTA - The Maine House of Representatives gave initial approval Wednesday to a resolution proposing a constitutional amendment to explicitly prohibit discrimination based on the sex of an individual.

• Read more about Bill to support lobster fishing industry receives committee support

AUGUSTA - The Legislature's Marine Resources Committee voted on Tuesday to advance a bill by Rep. Holly Stover, D-Boothbay, aimed at supporting Maine's lobster fishing industry following recent federal regulatory changes.

• Read more about Grohoski to host February virtual "Coffee with Constituents" event

AUGUSTA - Rep. Nicole Grohoski, D-Ellsworth, will host her next virtual "Coffee with Constituents" event on Saturday, February 26 from 10 to 11 a.m.

This monthly series provides an opportunity for Ellsworth and Trenton community members to share ideas, ask questions and learn more about Maine's legislative process. Joining for a portion or all of the event is welcomed.

• Read more about Brewer representative delivers opening prayer in the Maine House

Rep. Kevin O'Connell, D-Brewer, leads the Maine House of Representatives in prayer at the start of session last Thursday. In his prayer, he pays respect to two House representatives who passed away recently, the Hon. Donna Doore and the Hon. John Tuttle.

Contact:

Jackie Merrill [OConnell], c. 812-1111

• Read more about Committee advances bill to improve and simplify Maine's any-deer permit system

AUGUSTA - The Legislature's Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Committee voted unanimously Monday to advance a bill introduced by Rep. Scott Landry, D-Farmington, that will make changes to the states any-deer hunting permit system. The vote was 13-0.

• Read more about Committee advances Supica bill to reduce waste and streamline Maine's marijuana product tracking system

AUGUSTA - The Legislature's Veterans and Legal Affairs Committee voted on Wednesday to advance a bill sponsored by Rep. Laura Supica, D-Bangor, that would improve the states tracking system for adult use marijuana products.

Currently, Maine's adult use regulations call for a tracking "tag" to be placed on every plant or, in the case of marijuana products, every "item." This system creates significant costs for small businesses operating in this industry.

• Read more about Lookner introduces legislation banning dangerous restraints on minors in Maine correctional facilities

AUGUSTA - Rep. Grayson Lookner, D-Portland, introduced legislation Friday to prevent the use of prone and supine restraints, chemical sprays and electroshock devices on juveniles in Maine's correctional facilities before the Maine Legislatures Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee.

• Read more about Legislative committee advances Fay bill to support safe drinking water

AUGUSTA - The Legislature's Labor and Housing Committee voted unanimously on Wednesday to advance a bill sponsored by Rep. Jessica Fay, D-Raymond, aimed at supporting safe drinking water in Maine.

• Read more about Presiding Officers Release Statements on Governor Mills' State of the State Address

AUGUSTA - Governor Janet Mills delivered her State of the State address in-person tonight before a Joint Convention of the State Legislature in the House Chamber. The Presiding Officers released the following statements:

• Read more about Stover appointed to serve as House chair of Government Oversight Committee

AUGUSTA - Rep. Holly Stover, D-Boothbay, has been appointed to serve as House chair of the Legislature's Government Oversight Committee (GOC). The appointment went into effect on Thursday by order of Speaker of the House Ryan Fecteau, D-Biddeford. Stover is replacing Rep. Genevieve McDonald, D-Stonington, who is stepping down from serving on the committee.