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Watchdog criticizes Maine’s management of billions in Medicaid funding
The findings from State Auditor Matt Dunlap’s office come amid a torrent of calls for increased scrutiny of how the state spends its MaineCare dollars and allegations of fraud.
Why Trump is now investigating Maine for requiring insurers to cover abortion
One legal scholar described the investigations into Maine and 12 other states as Trump “throwing a bone” to conservatives who want more abortion restrictions.
Trump eliminated, then returned some money for mental health workers in Maine schools. Educators don’t know what’s next
Some Maine schools didn’t hire mental health professionals while federal money was frozen. With future funds uncertain, they’re still not sure they should.
Maine’s outgoing hospital lobbyist says it is impossible to solve problem of rising health care costs
As Steven Michaud leaves his long-time role with the Maine Hospital Association, he reflected on pivotal events during his tenure.
Few Mainers are getting tested for PFAS despite state push
The 164 positive tests the state has collected since last fall likely represent a fraction of the people exposed to high PFAS levels.
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