The limit on the public institutions is unnecessary and arbitrary, and it restricts education options for families with less money.
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Maine Senate confirms nomination of DEP commissioner
The confirmation of Melanie Loyzim was one of more than 50 nominations considered for posts ranging from the judiciary to the Maine Turnpike Authority to the Maine Board of Education.
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Maine Senate confirms nomination of DEP commissioner
Melanie Loyzim has worked in a variety of roles in the DEP, including acting commissioner.
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Maine tax revenues ahead of forecasts, despite pandemic’s impact
Finance commissioner Kirsten Figueroa said revenues for January were nearly $90 million more than predicted and up by more than $154 million for the first 7 months of the current fiscal year.
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Maine tribal rep seeks permanent voice on wildlife panel
Tribal Rep. Rena Newell of the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Pleasant Point proposes a permanent Wabanaki appointment to the Maine Inland Fisheries & Wildlife Advisory Council.
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Maine Voices: Maine can make health insurance more affordable
The expiration of a federal tax gives the state an opportunity to claim a source of revenue.
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Committee endorses bill to require racial impact statements in all state legislation
The measure, sponsored by Assistant House Majority Leader Rachel Talbot Ross of Portland, would require bills be analyzed for how they might impact racial minorities and disadvantaged ethnic groups.
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Maine Voices: Conforming to federal PPP law will help Maine’s strapped small businesses
If the Legislature will not protect all taxpayers, they should at least implement Gov. Mills’ suggestion and protect those who borrowed less than $1 million.
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Commentary: Permanent resolution is possible in Maine state and tribal relations
To show good faith in implementing its treaty obligations, the state must create a fifth constitutional office where tribal issues and concerns could be respectfully addressed.
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Maine Voices: State legislators face difficult decisions, historic choices
What values will Maine’s budget reflect – social justice or fear and repression?