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• Read more about There aren't enough veterinarians in Maine - Heres what we can do about it

Maine has a shortage of veterinarians, and it is growing worse, particularly in rural communities. There are only about 420 veterinarians practicing now in Maine, down from 540 just a few years ago. While this shortage is more acute in some areas than in others, it is having an impact on Mainers across the state. It is affecting all sorts of people who love, own and care for animals. Some people are waiting weeks or months for wellness visits for their pets.

• Read more about Two bills sponsored by Fay approved by Legislative Council

AUGUSTA - Members of the Legislative Council voted Monday on bill proposals for the upcoming session. Two bills sponsored by Rep. Jessica Fay, D-Raymond, one concerning Maine's veterinary workforce and the other concerning safe drinking water, have been approved by the council to be considered next year.

• Read more about Fay named Legislator of the Year by the Maine Council on Aging

AUGUSTA - Rep. Jessica Fay, D-Raymond, has been named as the Maine Council on Aging's (MCOA) 2021 "Legislator of the Year." The award recognizes the sustained efforts of legislative leaders who actively champion initiatives to improve the health, safety and economic security of older Mainers.

"I am very honored to receive this award," Fay said. "The Maine Council on Aging is one of the most important advocacy organizations for older Mainers, and their recognition means a lot to me."

• Read more about Fay testifies before Congress on long-term care workforce issues

AUGUSTA - Rep. Jessica Fay, D-Raymond, testified before the U.S. Congress on long-term workforce issues Tuesday. In her testimony, Fay discussed the urgency of addressing this workforce shortage and outlined ways to improve the recruitment, retention, training and professional development of long-term care workers. She spoke during a joint subcommittee hearing with the Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee and the Higher Education and Workforce Investment Subcommittee.

• Read more about Governor signs Fay bill to fund wildlife rehabilitators

AUGUSTA - A bill sponsored by Rep. Jessica Fay, D-Raymond, to provide funding for wildlife rehabilitators was ceremonially signed into law by Gov. Janet Mills Monday.

The bill, LD 1012, An Act To Provide Funding for the Maine Outdoor Heritage Fund Program, will fund grants including those that seek to fund organizations that provide professional care to sick, injured and orphaned wild animals so they can be returned to their natural habitats.

• Read more about Fay bill to address long-term care workforce issues funded in budget

AUGUSTA - Funding for a bill sponsored by Rep. Jessica Fay, D-Raymond, to improve the pay of long-term care workers was included in the biennial budget passed by the Legislature and signed by the governor on Thursday.

• Read more about Fay bill to improve fairness in auto insurance becomes law

AUGUSTA - A bill sponsored by Rep. Jessica Fay, D-Raymond, to make auto insurance companies use appropriate comparisons when determining payouts became law last week.

• Read more about House and Senate pass Fay bill to address long-term care workforce issues

AUGUSTA - In initial votes, a bill sponsored by Rep. Jessica Fay, D-Raymond, to improve the pay of long-term care workers was unanimously supported by both the Maine House and Senate on Monday.

• Read more about House advances Fay bill to fund wildlife rehabilitators

AUGUSTA - A bill sponsored by Rep. Jessica Fay, D-Raymond, to provide funding for wildlife rehabilitators was unanimously approved by the Maine House of Representatives Wednesday.

• Read more about Committee gives bipartisan approval to Fay's bill regarding Maine's essential support workforce

AUGUSTA - Legislation sponsored by Rep. Jessica Fay, D-Raymond, to address Maine's essential support workforce, also known as the direct care workforce, received bipartisan approval from the Health and Human Services Committee on Wednesday. All members present voted in favor of the measure.