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Beacon Opinion: Farmworkers Deserve The Same Rights As All Workers
Workers are subject to "exemptions from basic labor laws that leave them more likely to live in poverty and make racial inequities worse."
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Asking For Health Coverage, Immigrants Share Stories In Augusta
A new law could ensure that all low-income Mainers, regardless of immigration status, can get medical care.
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Maine Officials Cite Dangers Of ‘Intexticated Driving’
Shenna Bellows, Secretary of State, said parents play an important role in teaching their children the dangers of texting and driving.
Portland, ME|News|
Rent Control Proponents Say Portland Tenants Must Mobilize
The latest protection against increasing rents could be short-lived if a group of landlords gets their way.
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Maine Unions Call On King To Support Biden Labor Nominee
The Maine AFL-CIO says Julie Su is a defender of exploited workers.
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Trans Mainers Push Bills To 'Make Community Healthier And Safer'
Amid nationwide attacks on the rights of trans people, members of the LGBTQ community spoke to lawmakers Tuesday at the State House.
Augusta|News|
Seeking Another Rate Hike, CMP Parent Company Posts $245 Million Quarterly Profits
Critics blasted Avangrid for taking in hundreds of millions in income while CMP is requesting a 30% increase to its distribution rate.
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Report: Maine's Direct Care System Is Facing A Crisis Due To Poor Pay And Low Staffing
Minimal pay and long hours have contributed to low staffing levels across the direct care workforce.
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Maine Lawmakers Consider Raising Paltry Legislator Pay To Enhance State House Representation
A new bill would raise lawmakers’ pay to $25,000 for the first year of the legislative session and $20,000 for the second shorter session.
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Maine Medical Community Reaffirms Support For Abortion Medication
"It really has to be left to the patient and the physician to make this decision," said Erik Steele of the Maine Medical Association.
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Pressure Mounts On Hannaford To Commit To Dairy Worker Protections And Rights
The Milk With Dignity (MWD) campaign has targeted Hannaford Supermarket to sign onto their contract.
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Maine Could Finally Expand Overtime Pay For Thousands Of Workers
A lawmaker has introduced legislation that would make more workers eligible for overtime pay when they work more than 40 hours.
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Report: Maine Had Highest Amount Of Toxic Water Pollution Of Any New England State
Of the state’s top polluters, McCain Foods USA’s plant in Easton released the most chemicals into waterways in 2020.
Augusta|News|
Poll: 93% Of Maine Voters Back Creation Of Paid Family And Medical Leave Policy
Lawmakers are set to consider creating a statewide program this legislative session.
Portland, ME|News|
On Tax Day, Mainers Argue Everyone ‘Deserves A Slice,' Call For Wealthy To Pay Their Fair Share
Activists with Maine People’s Alliance gathered in Portland Tuesday to advocate for social safety policies.
Augusta|News|
‘We're Responsible For The History We Make:' Lawmakers Push For Migrant Labor Rights
Previous attempts in the Maine Legislature to create protections for migrant workers have been unsuccessful.
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Judge: ICE Must Conduct Additional Search For Records On Detention In Maine, Planned Scarborough Facility
The ACLU of Maine celebrated the decision in a news release Monday.
Augusta|News|
Training Underway To Eliminate ‘Child Care Deserts' In Maine
The Childcare Business Lab is a free, six-month program of in-person and online workshops to help people secure funding to open daycares.
Augusta|News|
Report: Maine Has Strong Voting Laws, But Turnout Among Low-Income People Remains Low
The new report “The State of Maine Democracy” is a multi-faceted analysis of voting rights and barriers to voting.
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Maine Workers Shine Light On Corporate Tax Avoidance In Rally At Whole Foods
A weekend event ahead of Tax Day was intended to educate the public about new legislation being considered in Augusta.