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Winners and losers of the 2019 legislative session
Democrats used their legislative majority and control of the Blaine House to push through many bills in health care, education and the environment, but some measures still fell by the wayside.
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Presidential primary bill passes but bonds falter as legislative session ends
Weary lawmakers, who worked until roughly 6:30 a.m. Thursday before adjourning the 2019 legislative session, may be called back to complete unfinished work.
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Maine’s new recreational marijuana rules, at a glance
Who can sell pot, how they can sell it, and how much.
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Mills expected to sign pot rules into law, put Maine on track for retail sales next year
Maine is poised to become the 8th state to approve recreational marijuana sales, which could begin next March.
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Alternative to ‘red flag’ gun bill likely headed for passage
Based on initial votes Wednesday, the Legislature is expected to pass a bill that would allow police to use Maine’s “protective custody” laws to confiscate guns from dangerous individuals.
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Maine House votes to relax welfare restrictions on asylum seekers
The bill, which has gained urgency following the surge of asylum seekers to Portland, provides no money but directs DHHS to offer non-citizens welfare ‘within available resources.’
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Bill to legalize sports betting advances in Maine Legislature
The bill, which faces additional votes, would allow Mainers age 21 and older to place bets at licensed physical locations or via mobile apps.
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Lawmakers reject ‘red flag’ gun bill, but alternative may have a better chance
The bill is one of 2 measures that aim to separate potentially dangerous people from their guns – but by different processes.
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Our View: Maine budget’s drama-free passage a good sign
Our system doesn’t require everyone to agree on everything, but it’s most effective when the parties work together.