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 …
Old Town, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills today kicked off Dairy Month in Maine with a celebratory toast -- of Maine milk -- in honor of the dairy farmers, students, researchers, and Maine people behind a cornerstone of Maine's agricultural economy and …
Project received $100,000 storm recovery grant to repair damage caused by flooding in December 2023 Skowhegan, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills today delivered remarks at a ribbon cutting ceremony marking the revitalization of the historic Spinning Mill in …
May 25, 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 statewide from 12:01 a.m. to noon on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 2025 in honor and …
Under Pingree's leadership, GOPIF drove Administration efforts on climate, housing, and economic policy to benefit Maine people and communities Governor Janet Mills announced today that Hannah Pingree, Director of the Governor's Office of Policy …
May 9, 2025 Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today on the passing of former U.S. Supreme Court Justice David Souter: "I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Justice David Souter. Over the years, I came to know Justice …
Convening of six bipartisan governors and Canadian leaders would focus on maintaining strong relationships between Canada and northeast states Governor Janet Mills and five other northeast Governors today invited six Canadian premiers to discuss the …
May 2, 2025 Governor Mills issued the following statement on the State of Maine's settlement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture over nutrition funds withheld over alleged Title IX violations: "The State of Maine went to court and fought this …
Awards through the Community Resilience Partnership will support projects in 166 Maine cities and towns that protect people, businesses and infrastructure Kennebunkport, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills today announced the award of $8 million in grant funding …
April 21, 2025 Governor Janet Mills released the following statement upon the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis: "Pope Francis inspired millions of people -- of all faiths -- through his humble leadership and his courageous calls for world leaders …
Governor's legislation, sponsored by House and Senate Democratic and Republican leaders, will protect communities and infrastructure across Maine from effects of severe storms Governor Mills today signed LD 1, landmark legislation she introduced with …
April 8, 2025 Governor Janet Mills today swore in Carl Wilson as Commissioner of the Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR), following the Maine Senate’s unanimous vote to confirm his nomination. "I thank the Maine Senate for its unanimous …
March 27, 2025 Governor Janet Mills today praised the Maine Senate's unanimous confirmation of Michael Duguay to serve as Commissioner of the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD). The Governor swore in Commissioner Duguay this …
March 24, 2025 With winter weather expected to create hazardous travel conditions during the afternoon commute, Governor Janet Mills has directed state offices to close at 2:00 p.m. today, Monday, March 24, 2025. “Spring may have arrived this weekend, but …
March 21, 2025 Governor Janet Mills today signed into law a $11.3 billion budget that will ensure the continued operations of State government for the next biennium, as well as provide one-time funding to pay health care providers for MaineCare services …
December 11, 2020 Governor Janet Mills released the following statement in response to news that the FDA has issued an emergency use authorization for Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine: “The approval of Pfizer’s vaccine is a beacon of hope during this challenging …
December 14, 2020 Governor Janet Mills released the following statement Monday in response to the arrival of the first doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in Maine: “Today, the first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine arrived in Maine and will be administered …
December 18, 2020 Governor Janet Mills released the following statement in response to news that the FDA has issued an emergency use authorization for Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine: “The approval of Moderna’s vaccine is another victory for science and another …
