A Maine Monitor analysis found that many communities are putting money toward police programs and services, despite advocates’ warnings.
Abrupt end to Franklin County opioid settlement committee raises questions about process statewide
A Maine Monitor analysis found that many counties and municipalities have yet to decide who will make spending recommendations.
L.D. 2238: Waiting period for gun purchases
An Act to Address Gun Violence in Maine by Requiring a Waiting Period for Certain Firearm Purchases.
L.D. 2086: Forfeited firearms
An Act to Amend the Law Governing the Disposition of Forfeited Firearms.
L.D. 2224: Strengthening Maine’s “yellow flag” law
An Act to Strengthen Public Safety by Improving Maine's Firearm Laws and Mental Health System.
Maine Recovery Council close to distributing first $9 million, grant process still in the works
Council members say the slow approach is deliberate, and hope to start soliciting grant proposals next month.
Washington County behind in removing weapons from people at risk
A compilation of data by The Maine Monitor found that the county has filed just a single “yellow flag” order since the law passed nearly four years ago.