Sate of Maine Office of Governor Press Releases

• Published on June 29, 2022 - 19:06 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces More Than $15 Million in Grants Through Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan to Support Seafood Dealers and ...

  Grants build on cost-relief actions taken by Governor last week to help Maine’s iconic seafood industry Trenton, MAINE – Governor Mills announced today that her Administration is awarding more than $15 million to 107 Maine seafood dealers and processors to …

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• Published on June 28, 2022 - 16:16 GMT

  

  Mills Administration Delivers More Than $100 Million for Child Care During Pandemic; Announces Grants to Incentivize Recreational ...

  The Mills Administration announced today that the Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has provided more than $100 million in Federal funding for child care during the pandemic, a milestone that represents more than three times the funding …

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• Published on June 27, 2022 - 21:18 GMT

  

  In Belfast, Governor Mills Tours New Senior Housing Development Built Using Housing Bond She Signed in 2019

  June 27, 2022 Bond signed by Governor helps to nearly triples construction of new affordable housing units for Maine people Belfast, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills today toured Penobscot Landing in Belfast, a new 25-unit senior housing development that was …

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• Published on June 27, 2022 - 18:12 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces Maine Outdoor Learning Initiative to Provide Maine Students Hands On, Outdoor Coastal Learning ...

  Delivering on a promise from her State of the State Address, Governor Mills will provide more than 1,000 middle and high school students with the opportunity for outdoor learning experiences this summer Augusta, MAINE – Delivering on a promise from her …

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• Published on June 24, 2022 - 15:51 GMT

  

  Mills Administration Begins Issuing $15.4 Million in Latest Round of State Funding to Bolster Behavioral Health Services

  Governor Mills delivers on March proposal to tackle immediate behavioral health needs in Maine communities AUGUSTA— The Mills Administration announced today that it has begun issuing one-time payments to eligible Maine behavioral health providers totaling …

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• Published on June 24, 2022 - 15:51 GMT

  

  Governor Mills on Supreme Court Decision: “My veto pen will stand in the way of any effort to undermine, rollback, or outright ...

  June 24, 2022 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision overturning Roe v. Wade: “This decision is a fundamental assault on women’s rights and on reproductive freedom that will do nothing to stop abortion. In …

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• Published on June 23, 2022 - 15:19 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces Cost Relief for Maine’s Commercial Fishermen and Aquaculturists

  Mills Administration will use Federal funds to reimburse commercial fishermen, dealers, processors, and aquaculturists for the cost of their 2022 licenses Augusta, MAINE – Amid high costs, Governor Janet Mills announced today that her Administration is …

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• Published on June 19, 2022 - 15:31 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Statement In Honor of Juneteenth

  June 19, 2022 Augusta, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today in honor of Juneteenth: “The end of slavery was made possible by the courage and sacrifice of nearly 200,000 former enslaved and free African Americans who fought for …

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• Published on June 17, 2022 - 14:25 GMT

  

  Governor Mills & Efficiency Maine Announce $15 Million Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan Initiative to Cut Energy Costs in Schools and ...

  Investment from Governor’s Jobs Plan will allow more Maine schools, towns, cities, and Tribal governments to reduce energy costs and create savings for taxpayers Governor Janet Mills and Efficiency Maine today announced the launch of a $15 million …

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• Published on June 16, 2022 - 15:06 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces Extension of MaineCare Health Coverage for New Mothers

  Maine among first states to provide postpartum coverage for a full year to improve maternal & child health Augusta, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills announced today that her Administration will extend postpartum Medicaid health care coverage from 60 days …

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• Published on June 14, 2022 - 20:43 GMT

  

  At Maine Western Gateways Project in Kingfield, Governor Mills Highlights Importance of Infrastructure Investments in ...

  Kingfield, MAINE – During a tour of the Maine Department of Transportation’s (MaineDOT) Maine Western Gateways Project in Kingfield today, Governor Janet Mills highlighted the importance of infrastructure investments in strengthening Maine’s rural economy. …

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• Published on June 13, 2022 - 22:13 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Mourns Passing of Representative Jeffery Allen Gifford

  June 13, 2022 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement on the passing of Representative Jeffery Allen Gifford (R-Lincoln): “Representative Gifford was a dedicated public servant,” said Governor Janet Mills. “A hard working man and a long time …

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• Published on June 13, 2022 - 20:40 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Signs Executive Order Establishing Cabinet on Aging

  Executive Order Directs State Agencies to Work Together to Ensure older Maine People Age in Healthy, Safe Communities With Dignity and Support Portland, MAINE – Fulfilling a promise from her State of the State Address, Governor Janet Mills today signed an …

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• Published on June 13, 2022 - 15:57 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Mourns Passing of Sherry Huber

  June 13, 2022 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement on the passing of former State Representative Sherry F. Huber: “I am deeply saddened to learn of Sherry’s passing,” said Governor Janet Mills. “She was a friend, a trailblazer, a public …

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• Published on June 8, 2022 - 19:36 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Launches $50 Million Jobs & Recovery Plan Initiative to Rebuild Maine State Parks

  Plan to upgrade parks across Maine represents first meaningful investment in park infrastructure in 15 years; comes at a time of record visitation and aims to improve experience for Maine people and visitors CAMDEN HILLS STATE PARK – Governor Janet Mills …

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• Published on June 7, 2022 - 18:09 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces $4 Million Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan Initiatives to Offer Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Bolster ...

  Programs from Finance Authority of Maine offer scholarships and student loan relief to help Maine attract and retain nurse educators and health care professionals in medicine, dentistry, and behavioral health Coopers Mills, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills …

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• Published on June 6, 2022 - 15:24 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces 20 New Land for Maine’s Future Conservation Projects

  Governor Janet Mills today announced 20 new Land for Maine’s Future (LMF) conservation projects across Maine that conserve lands and preserve public access to lakes, rivers, scenic views, and mountain vistas for Maine people. With the selection of these …

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• Published on June 3, 2022 - 18:47 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Announces $12.3 Million To More Than Double Apprenticeships for Maine People & Strengthen Maine’s Workforce

  Awards to 14 Maine organizations will support the significant expansion of apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship opportunities in more than 50 new occupations Lewiston, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills announced today that 14 organizations will receive $12.3 …

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• Published on June 2, 2022 - 01:01 GMT

  

  At Pride Ceremony in Ogunquit, Governor Mills Declares June as Pride Month in Maine

  June 1, 2022 Ogunquit, MAINE — During a pride flag raising ceremony hosted by the Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce, Governor Janet Mills today signed a proclamation declaring the month of June as Pride Month in the State of Maine. Since taking office, Governor …

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• Published on June 1, 2022 - 20:12 GMT

  

  Governor Mills Declares June Maine Dairy Month

  Governor calls on Maine people to support dairy farmers and creameries by purchasing Maine dairy products #ChooseMaineDairyDuring a celebration at the Blaine House with farmers and producers with the Maine Dairy Industry Association, the Maine Dairy & …

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