"When disasters strike in Maine, our first responders do everything they can to keep us safe and to save lives, but we bear a responsibility to be prepared as well. By being ready for the unexpected, we can ease the burden on our first responders and …
Potential end of Federal tax credits is already driving up health insurance premiums in Maine, according to Maine Bureau of Insurance; Governor warns that failing to extend tax credits this month would put health coverage out of reach for thousands of …
September 4, 2025 Applications are being accepted by the Dept. of Economic & Community Development now through Friday, October 17, 2025 Governor Janet Mills today announced that the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) is now …
As overdose deaths continue to decline in Maine, Governor urges continued commitment to fighting the opioid epidemic Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today in honor of International Overdose Awareness Day: "Today, on International …
August 27, 2025 Consistent with a directive of the President, Governor Janet Mills has ordered that the United States and the State of Maine flags be lowered to half-staff until sunset on August 31, 2025. Governor Mills issued the following statement: …
As commissioner, Figueroa’s strong fiscal management led DAFS through unprecedented challenges to deliver responsible balanced budgets and a record Budget Stabilization fund Augusta, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills announced today that Kirsten LC Figueroa, …
August 22, 2025 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement on the passing of Hall of Fame jockey Ron Turcotte, who died today at the age of 84 in his hometown of Drummond, New Brunswick, Canada: "I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing …
Healthy reserves, budget surplus in FY2025, and credit rating upgrade demonstrate Maine's prudent budgeting and fiscal health under Governor Mills Governor Janet Mills and State Treasurer Joe Perry announced today that Fitch Ratings, one of the top …
July 29, 2025 Governor Mills has issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency proposal to rescind “endangerment finding” regarding greenhouse gas emissions: “This proposal from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency …
The 16-unit development is among more than 400 new apartments in Maine supported by the Rural Affordable Rental Housing Program Newcastle, MAINE -- Governor Janet Mills today cut the ribbon on a new 16-unit affordable apartment complex in downtown …
Under his leadership, MaineDOT paved thousands of miles of roads, repaired hundreds of bridges, strengthened efforts to protect infrastructure from extreme storms, and worked to improve downtowns around the state Governor Janet Mills today announced that …
January 28, 2021 Governor Janet Mills today applauded President Biden’s decision to open HealthCare.gov for a “Special Enrollment Period,” from February 15, 2021 – May 15, 2021: “Health care saves lives. It keeps people working, enjoying life, and …
February 1, 2021 With severe inclement weather expected this evening and throughout tomorrow, Governor Janet Mills has directed all State of Maine offices closed tomorrow February 2, 2021: “Maine Emergency Management Agency is working closely with the …
Governor Janet Mills announced today that, as a result of the generosity of the Kraft family, Maine will send four health care superheroes to Super Bowl LV in Tampa, Florida as part of an all-expenses paid trip that includes roundtrip travel on the New …
Task force will consider forest carbon storage incentives for small-to-medium size woodland owners to help protect their property while fighting climate change As part of Maine’s ambitious effort to fight climate change by reducing harmful greenhouse gas …
Strategy will guide state’s work to ensure older Mainers thrive in their communities The Mills Administration announced today Maine’s final Age-Friendly State Plan, the culmination of more than a year of collaboration with AARP and more than 50 other …
The Mills Administration today announced a new landmark agreement (PDF) that charts a path toward ending the Augusta Mental Health Institute (AMHI) Consent Decree. For more than three decades, the Consent Decree has required the State to build and maintain …
DON’T QUIT!® Campaign Will Deliver $100,000 Fitness Centers to Three Maine Schools Augusta, MAINE — Governor Janet Mills and the Maine Department of Education announced today that the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Councils (NFGFC) has selected …
The Mills Administration today offered a solution to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) tax conformity issue that would extend full state tax relief to more than 99 percent of Maine businesses that received PPP. The proposal would match the Federal …
February 9, 2021 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement on MaineHealth: “We are in the midst of the largest, most difficult vaccination effort of our time and our health care providers have been important partners in this effort. But we have …
