The increased use of so-called concept drafts that allow lawmakers to withhold details about pending legislation has generated criticism from the public, advocates and lawmakers alike.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Revered Lewiston jurist steps down from the bench
Long-serving Justice Robert Clifford is praised for his high standard of fairness and ethics.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Aaron Frey faces challenge for Maine attorney general post
The attorney general is one of three constitutional officers elected by lawmakers by secret ballot. The Democratic majority in the Legislature will make its selections in December.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, News, Politics
The latest on recounts in legislative races, Maine’s 2nd Congressional District
Four recounts in state legislative races have so far confirmed the election night winners, all Democrats.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Democrats turn to southern Maine for legislative leadership
All 6 of the party’s leaders in the 132nd Legislature represent communities within 26 miles of Portland, opening Democrats to criticism from Republicans for not representing the whole state.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Biddeford lawmaker chosen as speaker of Maine House
Rep.-elect Ryan Fecteau, D-Biddeford, previously held the job, from 2020-22, before leaving office because of term limits.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, News, Politics
Advocates say red flag gun safety petition got big boost on Election Day
The Gun Safety Coalition of Maine wants to make it easier for family members to petition a court to take firearms away from loved ones deemed a danger to themselves or others.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, Politics
Maine Republicans keep Faulkingham as House leader
Meanwhile, Rep. Katrina Smith, R-Palmero, has been elected to serve as the assistant minority leader, replacing Rep. Amy Arata, R-New Gloucester.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, Politics
Democrats pick Brunswick Sen. Mattie Daughtry to lead Maine Senate
She was a co-sponsor and key proponent behind the paid family leave bill that became law and begins going into effect in 2025.
Posted inFranklin, News, The Franklin Journal
Maine grant program to help reduce firefighters’ exposure to carcinogens began in Farmington
Firefighter Stephan Bunker approached Rep. Scott Landry, who submitted a bill to the Legislature which was passed and funded.