But the groups also said they are willing to seek a compromise that could address the business community’s concerns.
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Proposals to protect digital privacy draw opposition from tech companies, business groups
Lawmakers are considering bills to prevent the use or sale of a range of personal data. Opponents say Maine’s rules would be too burdensome on businesses.
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Lawmakers seek compromise on Maine paid family leave bill
The bill, sponsored by Sen. Mattie Daughtry, D-Brunswick, and Rep. Kristen Cloutier, D-Lewiston, will have a public hearing on Thursday.
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Lawmakers hear competing offshore wind proposals
One bill lays out a detailed state path to promote floating offshore wind that will help Maine meet its climate goals and create jobs, while the other seeks to use the state’s power to keep the industry out of the Gulf of Maine where fishermen earn their living.
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Maine parties spar over spending, tax cuts as budget talks heat up
Republicans say continuing to increase state spending as many families struggle to meet basic needs is ‘not a good sell’ for Democrats.
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Maine committee supports flavored tobacco ban
Supporters say the ban will keep teens from becoming addicted to nicotine, while foes say adults should be able to purchase the products. The House and Senate will vote on the bill in the coming weeks.
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Brunswick senator’s bill would require personal finance classes for high schoolers
Maine would become the 20th state to require a standalone financial literacy course to graduate high school.
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Lawmakers clash over gun bills, but make little progress on legislation
The fate of several gun safety bills remain in limbo after split committee votes, with legislators on both sides of the aisle accusing the opposition of being intransigent.
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Backers of paid family leave in Maine have high hopes for new bill’s prospects
Details of the legislation were released Tuesday and a public hearing is slated for May 25.
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Effort to restore parole in Maine appears unlikely after committee vote
The bill was rejected 6-5 by the Legislature’s Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee and faces ongoing opposition from Gov. Janet Mills, a former prosecutor.