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.
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.
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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Jackie Merrill [Tepler] c. 812-1111
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Jackie Merrill [OConnell], c. 812-1111
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.
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.
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.