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State lawmakers announce formation of Maine Chapter of American Irish State Legislators Caucus

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AUGUSTA - In honor of St. Patrick's Day and in commemoration of the many rich contributions that Irish Americans have made to the state of Maine, members of the Maine State Legislatures Irish-American community have announced the formation of the Maine chapter of the American Irish State Legislators Caucus.

House Leader Cloutier, Senator Rotundo release statements following mass casualty event in Lewiston

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LEWISTON - In response to a mass casualty event that took place across several locations in Lewiston, Assistant House Majority Leader Kristen Cloutier of Lewiston, Senator Peggy Rotundo of Lewiston and members of Lewiston's legislative delegation released the following statements:

Assistant House Majority Leader Kristen Cloutier:

House advances measure to expand overdose prevention efforts

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AUGUSTA - Last week, the Maine House of Representatives voted unanimously to advance a measure from Rep. Margaret Craven, D-Lewiston, that would expand public access to naloxone hydrochloride, also known by the brand name Narcan.

"Passing this bill is going to save lives," said Craven. "Making Narcan publicly accessible greatly increases the chances for someone to help a person experiencing an overdose and thus give them the chance to seek recovery."

Craven introduces bill to require recess for middle school students

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AUGUSTA - Rep. Margaret Craven, D-Lewiston, introduced legislation Thursday to require a minimum weekly amount of outdoor recess for students in grades 6 to 8.

"Most middle school students are at school for over seven and a half hours," said Craven. "It is essential for them to have some freedom to do what they'd like to do, to get some fresh air, to have down time to reduce stress or organize their thoughts. Children find it difficult to stay seated for hours at a time, and going outdoors is a proven way to release pent-up energy and engage with their peers."

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