Sate of Maine Office of Governor Press Releases

• Published on December 28, 2022 - 20:40 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Nominates Veteran Law Enforcement Officer to Serve as Next Colonel of the Maine State Police

  December 28, 2022 Major William Ross, Operations Major for the Maine State Police, is a 20-year veteran of the force Governor Janet Mills announced today that she will nominate Major William “Bill” Ross, a 23-year veteran of law enforcement, to serve as …

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• Published on December 23, 2022 - 21:46 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Urges Continued Caution Amid Strong Winds, Flooding From Winter Storm

  December 23, 2022 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement urging Maine people to continue to exercise caution amid today’s winter storm: “The State Emergency Operations Center is closely monitoring the storm, and the State is coordinating with …

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• Published on December 23, 2022 - 21:46 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Praises Congressional Passage of Federal Funding Bill With Lifeline Provision for Maine’s Lobster Industry

  December 23, 2022 Appropriations omnibus contains regulatory pause for lobster industry secured by Governor Mills, Maine Congressional Delegation Governor Janet Mills today issued the following statement after Congress passed the Consolidated …

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• Published on December 22, 2022 - 23:58 GMT

  

  With Major Winter Storm Coming, Governor Mills Closes State Offices Tomorrow, December 23, 2022

  December 22, 2022 With a major winter storm expected to bring rain, high winds, coastal flooding, and freezing temperatures that will create hazardous conditions, Governor Janet Mills has directed all State of Maine offices closed tomorrow, December 23, …

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• Published on December 22, 2022 - 19:08 GMT

  

  Governor Mills, Maine Emergency Management Agency Urge Maine People To Prepare For Rain, High Winds, Coastal Flooding And Freezing ...

  December 22, 2022 Governor Janet Mills and the Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) are urging Maine people to prepare for rain, high winds, coastal flooding, and freezing temperatures ahead of the major incoming winter storm. MEMA is coordinating …

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• Published on December 22, 2022 - 16:43 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Praises Unanimous Committee Vote to Recommend Passage of Winter Emergency Energy Relief Plan

  December 22, 2022 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement on the temporary Appropriations and Financial Affairs Committee’s unanimous vote last night to recommend passage of the Winter Emergency Energy Relief Plan: “I thank the members of the …

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• Published on December 20, 2022 - 17:28 GMT

  

  Maine Delegation, Governor Mills Announce Lifeline for Maine’s Lobster Industry Secured in Government Funding Package

  December 20, 2022 The regulatory pause was authored by Sens. Collins, King and Reps. Pingree, Golden and supported by Governor Mills Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King, Representatives Chellie Pingree and Jared Golden, and …

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• Published on December 16, 2022 - 17:13 GMT

  

  Inauguration of Governor Janet T. Mills to Occur on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in Augusta

  December 16, 2022 Inaugural Celebration to be held on Thursday, January 5, 2023 The Inauguration of Governor Janet T. Mills will take place on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at the Augusta Civic Center in Augusta. The Maine Constitution …

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• Published on December 16, 2022 - 17:13 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Thanks Senate President Jackson, Speaker Talbot Ross for Work to Advance Emergency Energy Relief Plan

  December 16, 2022 As Legislature considers energy relief, Governor takes executive action to deliver heating aid to low-income, older Maine people  Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement in response to Senate President Troy Jackson and House …

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• Published on December 16, 2022 - 00:42 GMT

  

  All State Offices to Close Early Tomorrow, Friday, December 16, 2022 at 1:00 P.M.

  December 15, 2022 With heavy snow expected across much of Maine tomorrow afternoon, Governor Janet Mills has directed the early closure of all State of Maine offices tomorrow, Friday, December 16, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. “Maine Emergency Management Agency is …

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• Published on December 14, 2022 - 21:55 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Urges Maine People to Sign Up by December 15 for Affordable Health Insurance Through CoverME.gov

  Tomorrow is the last day to enroll to avoid a gap in coverage in 2023 Governor Mills is reminding Maine residents who lack affordable health coverage that tomorrow, December 15, 2022, is the deadline to sign up through CoverME.gov, Maine’s health insurance …

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• Published on December 13, 2022 - 21:03 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces $2.25 Million Investment to Strengthen Health Care Workforce in Rural Communities

  Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan initiative – matched with other Federal funding – will expand training and career opportunities for doctors, nurses, social workers, and other health professionals Governor Janet Mills announced today the award of $2.25 …

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• Published on December 12, 2022 - 22:39 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Recognizes 2022 Recipients of the Governor’s Award for Business Excellence

  December 12, 2022 During a ceremony held today at The Blaine House, Governor Janet Mills presented four Maine businesses with her Governor’s Award for Business Excellence. Since 1991, the annual award has recognized and celebrated Maine businesses with a …

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• Published on December 9, 2022 - 16:04 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces $14 Million in Maine Jobs & Recovery Grants Awarded to Maine Forestry Companies

  Second Round of Forestry Recovery Initiative Builds upon $6 Million Already Awarded Governor Janet Mills announced today that 19 Maine forestry companies have been awarded grants totaling $14 million from the final round of the Forest Recovery Initiative …

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• Published on December 8, 2022 - 02:53 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Statement on Senate Republican Rejection of the Emergency Winter Heating Relief Plan

  December 7, 2022 Governor Janet Mills released the following statement on the Senate Republicans’ rejection of the Emergency Winter Heating Relief Plan. The Plan, negotiated with Republicans and Democratic leadership in the Legislature over the past …

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• Published on December 7, 2022 - 00:01 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces Emergency Winter Energy Relief Plan

  The plan proposes sending $450 checks to Maine people, supplementing home heating assistance and emergency fuel programs, and funding emergency short-term housing to avoid homelessness during winter months Governor Janet Mills today unveiled the Emergency …

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• Published on December 5, 2022 - 20:21 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces Departure of Press Secretary Lindsay Crete

  Communications Director Scott Ogden to Serve as Deputy Chief of Staff, DECD Spokesman Goodman to Join Governor’s Office as Deputy Press Secretary Governor Janet Mills announced today that her longtime spokeswoman Lindsay Crete will step down from her post …

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• Published on December 2, 2022 - 22:00 GMT

  

  Governor Mills, Legislative Leadership Continue Discussions on Emergency Winter Heating Relief Plan  

  December 2, 2022 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement regarding the forthcoming emergency winter heating relief plan:  “The Legislature and I share a commitment to providing financial relief to Maine people to help them remain safe and …

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• Published on December 1, 2022 - 21:34 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Thanks Advisory Council on Military Sexual Trauma for Recommendations

  Governor says she looks forward to reviewing recommendations and asks Advisory Council to continue meeting on a regular basis moving forward The Advisory Council on Military Sexual Trauma, established by Governor Janet Mills through an Executive Order  …

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• Published on December 1, 2022 - 19:04 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces $5.4 Million in Climate Investments to Protect Communities and Create Jobs

  Record Clean Energy Investments Achieved Since State’s Climate Action Plan, Maine Won’t Wait, Was Released in 2020 Waterville, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills announced today that she will invest $5.4 million in State and Federal funds in two climate …

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