The state would automatically register most adults to vote beginning in 2022 under the legislation proposed by House Speaker Sara Gideon.
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Retailers join call for Maine to ban plastic bags statewide
But opponents including the Maine Heritage Policy Center say the bill would only add costs for businesses and consumers.
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NRA beset by infighting over whether it has strayed too far
The National Rifle Association is gathering this week for its annual meetings amid inner turmoil the likes of which has not been seen in decades.
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Critics take aim at plan to allow prescription drug imports from Canada
Pharmacists and others warn of unintended consequences in a bill that aims to reduce medication costs in Maine.
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Bill to ban vaping at schools sails through Maine Senate
The measure, which would make it illegal to have electronic cigarettes on school grounds in Maine, now goes to the governor.
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House passes bill to ban Native American mascots in Maine public schools
The Democratic-controlled House voted 88-49 largely along party lines Tuesday to approved the legislation.
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Proposal would require Maine students to learn about Holocaust
Maine lawmakers are considering a bill designed to require students to learn about the Holocaust
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Divided House passes bill to end most exemptions to school vaccine requirements
The exemptions have allowed parents to avoid vaccinating their children against infectious diseases before they enroll in school, leaving Maine with one of the nation’s lowest vaccination rates.
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Democratic leaders stress more Trump probes, downplay impeachment
A House chairman subpoenas former White House Counsel Don McGahn, who was a vital witness for special counsel Robert Mueller.
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‘Red flag’ gun bill draws hours of emotional testimony
Supporters said police must be allowed to temporarily confiscate guns from dangerous people, but opponents decried it as a gun grab that would violate Mainers’ rights.