Governor Janet Mills has signed an Executive Order to create a “Free Fishing License Week” from Saturday, February 13 – Sunday February 21 when people who register may fish for free without a license on Maine’s waterways. Since the pandemic began, Governor …
February 12, 2021 Governor Janet Mills issued an Executive Order (PDF) today providing greater flexibility in gathering limits for houses of worship in Maine. Under the Governor’s order, houses of worship may now accommodate five people per 1,000 square …
February 12, 2021 Governor Janet Mills today received her second and final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The Governor was vaccinated on the recommendation of the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention as part of Phase 1a as a person critical to …
February 13, 2021 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement in honor of Maine sportsman and author George Smith, who passed away Friday evening after a courageous four year battle with ALS: “George loved Maine. And Maine loved George. I am …
February 15, 2021 With inclement weather expected this evening and throughout tomorrow, Governor Janet Mills has directed all State of Maine offices closed tomorrow, February 16, 2021: “A mix of snow, sleet, and rain is expected to create hazardous driving …
"Friendly" match between the Halifax Wanderers and the Portland Hearts of Pine is a direct result of Governor Mills' recent goodwill mission to Atlantic Canada Portland, MAINE -- Governor Janet Mills today announced that Maine will welcome …
Governor Mills opens UMaine's modernized Aroostook Farm, an advanced potato research facility supported by her Jobs Plan, and visits Penobscot McCrum after signing key tax credit legislation to strengthen its potato processing operations Presque Isle, …
Governor Janet Mills today joined governors from 16 states to call upon Secretary of Education Linda McMahon to release approximately $6.8 billion that the Trump Administration is withholding from schools and students across America, including in Maine. In …
While data show continued decline in overdose deaths in Maine, Governor warns 'we can't get complacent' During remarks today at the seventh annual Governor's Opioid Response Summit, Governor Janet Mills welcomed data showing that overdose …
July 3, 2025 Governor Janet Mills today issued the following statement after the U.S. House passed the 2025 Federal budget reconciliation bill: “The President may call it the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ – but there’s nothing beautiful about it. There is certainly …
LD 1951 extends tax credits to potato processing facility in Washburn and a new facility now under construction at the Loring Commerce Centre in Limestone Governor Janet Mills has signed LD 1951, legislation that supports key economic investments and jobs …
Recognizing the importance of energy to Maine people and the state's economy, the new department will focus on making energy more affordable and reliable, with new authority to procure energy from clean, cost-effective sources. Governor Janet Mills has …
July 1, 2025 Governor Janet Mills today issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate passed the 2025 Federal budget reconciliation bill: "The President's so-called 'Big Beautiful Bill' -- advanced by Republicans in the U.S. Senate …
June 25, 2025 Governor Janet Mills has issued the following statement regarding the adjournment of the Legislature: "Every legislative session lawmakers bring their very different life experiences to Augusta to try to make a difference in the lives of …
Halifax, Nova Scotia, CANADA-- Governor Janet Mills today completed the second leg of her three-day visit to Atlantic Canada focused on strengthening Maine's historic relationships with its Canadian neighbors and promoting Maine as a great place to …
Governor Janet Mills has proclaimed today, June 25, 2025, as "Cooper Flagg Day" in Maine to celebrate the remarkable basketball achievement of Maine's Cooper Flagg, who is widely expected to be the first overall selection in today's NBA …
In visits to Fredericton and Saint John, Governor Mills meets with Premier Susan Holt and senior business and provincial officials to discuss stronger cross-border economic and civic partnerships Fredericton, New Brunswick, CANADA-- Governor Janet Mills …
June 19, 2025 Governor Janet Mills today issued the following statement in honor of Juneteenth: "As we recognize Juneteenth, we remember the Americans throughout our nation's history who risked their lives and livelihoods to keep our nation moving …
Boston, MASSACHUSETTS -- Governor Janet Mills announced today that she will travel to Atlantic Canada next week to promote Maine as a top destination for Canadian tourists and to strengthen cross-border relationships and economic ties. The Governor made …
June 13, 2025 In an op-ed published today by the Boston Globe, Governor Janet Mills called on all Americans to defend the rule of law in the face of pressure and overreach from the Federal government. In the op-ed -- which was adapted from recent remarks …
