Sate of Maine Office of Governor Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on April 1, 2024 - 19:23 GMT

Governor Mills Promotes Maine as Premier Eclipse Destination, Urges Maine People & Visitors to Plan Ahead to Safely Enjoy the ...

State officials encourage visitors to make a travel plan, drive safely, and extend their stay in Maine State of Maine launches an online Eclipse Hub as a source of eclipse information Orono, MAINE – In anticipation of an historic total solar eclipse just …

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Published on March 29, 2024 - 16:27 GMT

Governor Mills Proposes Budget Change Package Investments in Housing, Child Care & Nursing Homes

Governor Janet Mills today unveiled a budget change package that invests in some of the most urgent challenges facing Maine people, including housing, child care, and long-term care, in a fiscally-responsible and sustainable way. The change package …

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Published on March 27, 2024 - 17:38 GMT

Governor Mills Cuts Ribbon to Formally Open New UMF Community Child Care Center Funded In Part by Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan

March 27, 2024 Farmington, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills today cut the ribbon to formally open the University of Maine at Farmington’s (UMF) new Sweatt-Winter Child Care and Early Education Center. U.S. Senator Susan Collins, UMF President Joe McDonnell, …

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Published on March 26, 2024 - 17:49 GMT

Governor Mills and MaineHousing Announce Construction of 105 New Affordable Rental Units

New units in Hallowell, Newcastle, Rockport, Rumford, Sanford, and Waterville as a result of law recently signed by Governor Mills During remarks today to the Greater Portland Council of Governments Regional Housing Summit, Governor Janet Mills announced …

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Published on March 24, 2024 - 22:17 GMT

Governor Mills Mourns Passing of Linda Bean

March 24, 2024 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement on the passing of Maine businesswoman and philanthropist Linda Bean: “I was saddened to learn of the passing of Maine businesswoman and philanthropist Linda Bean. Linda’s career included …

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Published on March 21, 2024 - 20:15 GMT

Governor Mills Signs Legislation to Create Public Defenders Offices in Aroostook, Penobscot, Piscataquis Counties

March 21, 2024 Governor and Legislature continue to expand availability of public defenders with signing of new legislation Governor Janet Mills today signed legislation to create new public defender positions across three Maine counties. The legislation, …

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Published on March 21, 2024 - 12:49 GMT

Governor Mills Announces President Biden’s Approval of Major Disaster Declaration for January Storms

President Biden’s Declaration approves Governor Mills’ request for individual assistance for severely impacted Maine people Governor Janet Mills announced today that President Joe Biden has approved the State of Maine’s request for a Major Disaster …

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Published on March 20, 2024 - 22:01 GMT

Governor Mills Introduces Legislation to Establish Minimum Wage for Farm Workers

Governor Janet Mills today introduced legislation to establish a minimum hourly wage for Maine farm workers. The Governor’s legislation would require that workers employed in agricultural jobs be paid a wage of at least $14.15 per hour – the same minimum …

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Published on March 15, 2024 - 17:38 GMT

Governor Mills, U.S. Senators Collins & King, and Rep. Pingree Announce Federal Decision to Exclude Critical Maine Fishing Grounds ...

March 15, 2024 At the urging of the Governor and Congressional Delegation, BOEM excludes vital lobster fishing areas from offshore wind energy maps in Gulf of Maine Governor Janet Mills, U.S Senators Susan Collins and Angus King, and U.S. Representative …

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Published on March 12, 2024 - 16:13 GMT

Governor Mills Announces Popular Veterans Dental Care Program to Continue with Generous Donation from Northeast Delta Dental

Maine Veterans' Dental Network provides oral health services for Maine veterans who could otherwise not afford them Governor Janet Mills announced today that the Maine Veterans' Dental Network will serve more veterans in 2024 thanks to a generous $ …

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Published on March 8, 2024 - 19:39 GMT

Governor Mills Announces Plans for Construction of Manufacturing Facility at Former Jay Paper Mill Site

Oriented Strand Board facility expected to create approximately 125 new jobs at historic Androscoggin Mill Jay, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills today announced that Godfrey Forest Products has initiated the process of constructing an oriented strand board ( …

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Published on March 6, 2024 - 00:24 GMT

Governor Mills Mourns Passing of Patricia Collins

March 5, 2024 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement on the passing of former Caribou Mayor and civic leader Patricia “Pat” Collins: “I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Pat Collins, a friend and trailblazer who was the first …

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Published on March 5, 2024 - 21:03 GMT

Governor Mills, Maine Maple Producers Tap Blaine House Maple Tree Ahead of 41st Maine Maple Sunday Weekend

March 5, 2024 Governor Janet Mills and Maine Maple Producers Association President Lyle Merrifield today tapped the Maple Tree at the Blaine House today, just weeks ahead of the 41st annual Maine Maple Sunday Weekend. The annual Blaine House tradition sets …

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Published on March 1, 2024 - 18:12 GMT

Governor Mills, Senator Collins, Senator King, Representative Pingree, Announce Maine Defense Industry Alliance

Sanford, ME – Today, Governor Janet Mills, U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King, and U.S. Representative Chellie Pingree, announced the Maine Defense Industry Alliance (MDIA), a newly established non-profit coalition of Maine defense companies, state …

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Published on February 29, 2024 - 20:35 GMT

Governor Mills Announces $5.4 Million in Grant Awards to 37 Maine Communities to Protect Vulnerable Infrastructure From Flooding ...

Governor has proposed adding $50 million to the Maine Infrastructure Adaptation Fund to support rebuilding and resiliency projects after devastating winter storms Governor Janet Mills today announced $5.4 million in grant awards to 37 communities through …

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Published on February 27, 2024 - 21:10 GMT

Kennebec County Approved for Federal Funding to Repair Public Infrastructure Damaged by December Storm

Deadline for eligible counties – now including Kennebec – to apply for Public Assistance has been extended to March 28, 2024 Governor Janet Mills announced today that Kennebec County has been approved for Public Assistance under President Biden’s Major …

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Published on February 27, 2024 - 19:19 GMT

Governor Mills, U.S. Department of Energy Announce $10 Million Federal Grant to Support Energy Efficiency and Workforce ...

Grant through Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will support installation of 675 high-efficiency heat pump systems in mobile and manufactured homes to reduce energy costs for residents in rural areas South Portland, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills today announced …

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Published on February 23, 2024 - 22:44 GMT

Governor Mills Requests Major Disaster Declaration from President Biden for Damage Caused by January Storms and Coastal Flooding

Governor requests individual assistance for people impacted in all eight of Maine's coastal counties Governor Janet Mills today formally requested that President Joe Biden issue a Major Disaster Declaration to help Maine’s eight coastal counties …

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Published on February 21, 2024 - 19:06 GMT

Governor Mills Unveils Legislation to Strengthen Public Safety & Mental Health System in Wake of Lewiston Tragedy

Governor Janet Mills today unveiled legislation that would enhance public safety and strengthen Maine’s mental health system while respecting Maine’s longstanding outdoor traditions. The legislation, first announced by the Governor during her State of the …

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Published on February 20, 2024 - 20:24 GMT

Governor Mills Announces More Than $3 Million in Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan Grants to Strengthen Sales of Maine Made Products

Forty Maine businesses will undertake projects to market their products to new customers throughout Maine and the United States Governor Janet Mills announced today that 40 Maine businesses have been awarded $3.13 million in grants from her Maine Jobs …

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