Sate of Maine Office of Governor Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on February 28, 2025 - 16:43 GMT

Governor Mills Nominates Maine Superior Court Justice Julia Lipez to Serve on the Maine Supreme Judicial Court

Governor also announces nominations to Superior Court and District Court Governor Janet Mills announced today that she has nominated the Honorable Julia Lipez to serve as an Associate Justice on the Maine Supreme Judicial Court. Justice Lipez has served on …

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Published on February 26, 2025 - 21:01 GMT

Governor Mills Announces Nomination of Fisheries Scientist Carl Wilson as Commissioner of Maine Department of Marine Resources

A 26-year veteran of the DMR and the agency's long-time lead lobster biologist, Wilson would replace Commissioner Patrick Keliher following his retirement Governor Janet Mills announced today that she will nominate Carl Wilson, a highly regarded …

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Published on February 22, 2025 - 00:29 GMT

Governor Mills’ Statement on Notice of Investigation From U.S. Department of Education

February 21, 2025 Washington, D.C. – Governor Janet Mills released the following statement today in response to the U.S. Department of Education notifying the Maine Department of Education that it has been directed to initiate an investigation into the …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 16:20 GMT

Governor Mills' Statement on President's Threat to Withhold Education Funding from Maine

February 21, 2025 Washington D.C. -- Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today regarding the President's threat to withhold Federal education funding from Maine: "If the President attempts to unilaterally deprive Maine school …

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Published on February 18, 2025 - 18:44 GMT

Governor Mills Announces the Retirement of Maine Department of Marine Resources Commissioner Patrick Keliher

The longest-serving commissioner in DMR history, Keliher leaves a legacy of powerful advocacy and support for Maine's marine industries and environment Governor Janet Mills today announced that Patrick Keliher, Commissioner of the Maine Department of …

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Published on February 12, 2025 - 21:37 GMT

In Anticipation of Winter Storm, Governor Mills Directs State Offices Closed Tomorrow, February 13, 2025

February 12, 2025 With snow, sleet, and ice forecast to make for hazardous driving conditions across the entire state, Governor Janet Mills has directed all State of Maine offices closed tomorrow, February 13, 2025. "I urge Maine people to plan ahead …

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Published on February 11, 2025 - 18:45 GMT

Governor Mills Calls for Bipartisan Passage of Supplemental Budget

February 11, 2025 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today on the Legislature's consideration of the supplemental budget: "Despite operating under the illusion that they worked in 'good faith' on the supplemental budget, …

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Published on February 11, 2025 - 17:32 GMT

Governor Mills and Northeast Delta Dental Announce Extension of Maine Veterans' Dental Network

Generous $300,000 grant from Northeast Delta Dental will allow popular program to serve more Maine veterans Governor Janet Mills announced today that the Maine Veterans' Dental Network (MVDN) will continue to serve Maine veterans this year thanks to a …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 00:31 GMT

Governor Mills Announces Early Closure of State Offices Tomorrow Due to Winter Weather

February 5, 2025 With winter weather expected to cause a messy afternoon commute, Governor Janet Mills has directed state offices to close at 1:00 p.m. tomorrow, Thursday, February 6, 2025. "I encourage all Maine people to exercise caution and stay …

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Published on January 31, 2025 - 22:18 GMT

Governor Mills’ Statement on Trump Administration’s Tariffs Announcement

January 31, 2025 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement in response to the Trump Administration’s announcement today that it will implement tariffs on imports from Canada, China, and Mexico beginning tomorrow, February 1, 2025: “I am deeply …

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Published on January 29, 2025 - 00:50 GMT

Governor Mills: Coming Together to Pass a Balanced Budget Will Be Hard Work -- But We've Done It Before

Governor makes strong case for her balanced biennial budget proposal which continues core commitments to Maine people and makes Free Community College permanent During her State of the Budget Address tonight, Governor Janet Mills urged lawmakers to do the …

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Published on January 28, 2025 - 20:02 GMT

Governor Mills Congratulates Heather Sanborn on Confirmation as Maine's Public Advocate

January 28, 2025 Governor Janet Mills today congratulated Heather Sanborn on being confirmed by the Maine Senate as the next Public Advocate for the State of Maine. The Senate confirmed Sanborn this morning by a vote of 19-15. "I congratulate Heather …

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Published on January 28, 2025 - 18:47 GMT

Governor Mills' Statement on Trump Administration's Pause on Federal Funding

January 28, 2025 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today in response to a memo issued by the Trump Administration yesterday directing a temporary pause on the disbursement of all Federal funding, except for Social Security and Medicare: …

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Published on January 20, 2025 - 21:27 GMT

Following Presidential Directive, Flags to Return to Full Staff for Remainder of Inauguration Day

January 20, 2025 In accordance with a directive of President Trump, Governor Janet Mills has ordered that the United States and State of Maine flags be flown at full-staff for the remainder of today, Monday, January 20, 2025 for Inauguration Day. The …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 14:18 GMT

Governor Mills Celebrates $22 Million Grant from Biden-Harris Administration to Strengthen Maine's Forest Bioproducts Industry

Governor Janet Mills applauded an announcement by the Biden-Harris Administration that Maine's Forest Bioproducts Advanced Manufacturing Tech Hub will receive an additional $22 million to position Maine as a global leader in forest-based biomaterial …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 20:54 GMT

Governor Mills to Deliver State of the Budget Address on Tuesday, January 28, 2025

January 14, 2025 Governor Janet Mills announced today that she will deliver her State of the Budget Address to a Joint Convention of the Legislature in the House Chamber on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. The Governor was invited to deliver her …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 17:21 GMT

Governor Mills Applauds Maine Senate's Unanimous Confirmation of Joan Cohen as Commissioner of the Department of Professional and ...

January 14, 2025 Governor Swears In Commissioner Cohen Following Confirmation Vote Governor Janet Mills today praised the Maine Senate's unanimous confirmation of Joan Cohen to serve Commissioner of the Maine Department of Professional and Financial …

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Published on January 13, 2025 - 19:08 GMT

Governor Mills Announces State of Maine Deploying Firefighting Crews to Assist California Wildfire Response Efforts

January 13, 2025 Governor Janet Mills announced today that the State of Maine is deploying a team of Maine Forest Rangers and volunteer firefighters to help battle the devastating wildfires in Southern California. Over the last week, wildfires have …

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Published on January 10, 2025 - 17:29 GMT

Governor Mills Unveils Balanced Biennial Budget Proposal

Governor proposes balanced approach of investments, spending reductions, and targeted revenue enhancements to balance budget while maintaining core voter-approved programs Governor Janet Mills today unveiled her Administration's budget proposal for …

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Published on January 8, 2025 - 17:04 GMT

Governor Mills Announces Proposal to Elevate Governor's Energy Office to Cabinet-level Position

Recognizing the critical need to ensure affordable, reliable energy for all Maine people and businesses, Governor Mills proposes elevating the Governor's Energy Office to a cabinet-level department in upcoming budget proposal Governor Janet Mills today …

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