Maine lawmakers want to examine how judges are disciplined. The judicial branch says that isn’t their call.
The debate in the legislature follows an ethics complaint against Maine Supreme Court Justice Catherine Connors that has yet to be resolved.
Maine lawmakers advance dam safety legislation
One bill would bolster Maine’s dam safety agency and hold negligent dam owners accountable while the other would inject $5 million to a state fund for dam repairs.
Higher staffing requirements removed from assisted living bill
The initial proposed regulations would have doubled the number of direct care workers at residential care facilities overnight.
A bill before the Legislature would automatically seal certain criminal records
Supporters say it’s about time. Opponents want to see more research, and say the bill contradicts findings of a recent committee that recommended further study.
Lawmakers consider bills to improve regional transportation options, increase public input
Public transit options are limited throughout Maine, and currently meet only about 11 percent of the state’s total transportation needs.
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