AUGUSTA - A proposal sponsored by Rep. Genevieve McDonald, D-Stonington, that will help prevent the spread of preventable infections was signed into law by Gov. Janet Mills Thursday.

AUGUSTA - Gov. Janet Mills signed into law last week a bill sponsored by Rep. Jay McCreight, D-Harpswell, that will help address Maine's need for clinical behavioral health care services while also increasing the state's qualified counseling workforce.

AUGUSTA - A bill that eases restrictions on small wine retailers with at least two locations, sponsored by Rep. Edward Crockett, D-Portland, was signed into law by Gov. Janet Mills last week.

AUGUSTA - Gov. Janet Mills signed into law a bill last week to develop solutions to help Mainers access affordable health care. The legislation was sponsored by Rep. Richard Evans, D-Dover-Foxcroft.

AUGUSTA - In a bipartisan vote, the Maine House of Representatives gave initial approval Thursday to a bill sponsored by Rep. Jessica Fay, D-Raymond, that would require a boater safety and education course for people under 25 years of age operating a boat with a motor of over 25 horsepower. This measure would take effect on January 1, 2024.

AUGUSTA - Gov. Janet Mills signed into law a bill on Friday that will safeguard Maine's elections against ballot and voting equipment interference. The legislation was sponsored by Rep. Teresa S. Pierce, D-Falmouth.

AUGUSTA - The Maine House enacted legislation Thursday sponsored by Rep. Rebecca Millett, D-Cape Elizabeth, that would provide for a series of tax credits to support and grow child care providers, provide relief for families and improve quality of care.

AUGUSTA - The Maine House voted Thursday to give initial approval to a measure sponsored by Rep. Jan Dodge, D-Belfast, that would increase the availability of intranasal naloxone in community and corrections settings.

AUGUSTA - The Maine House voted on Thursday to enact a measure from Rep. Seth Berry, D-Bowdoinham, that would allow all municipalities to formally adopt methods other than traditional plurality voting for local elections.

AUGUSTA - The Maine House and Senate gave initial approval to a proposal this week that would help ensure employees receive vacation pay upon cessation of their employment. The measure is sponsored by Rep. Amy Roeder, D-Bangor.