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Governor Mills Signs Executive Order Establishing Task Force on Artificial Intelligence

From: Maine Governor Janet Mills
December 20, 2024
Governor Janet Mills today signed an Executive Order establishing a task force to examine the opportunities and implications of artificial intelligence (AI) for Maine's people, economy, and… Read More

Governor Mills Announces Director of Maine Office of New Americans

From: Maine Governor Janet Mills
December 18, 2024
Tarlan Ahmadov, a seasoned workforce leader and former state refugee coordinator, will begin on January 21 Governor Janet Mills announced today that she has appointed Tarlan Ahmadov, a seasoned… Read More

Governor Mills Recognizes Recipients of the Governor's Award for Business Excellence

From: Maine Governor Janet Mills
December 17, 2024
During a ceremony this morning at the Blaine House, Governor Janet Mills presented Maine Beer Company, Sargent Corporation, Panolam Surface Systems, and WEX with the 2024 Governor's Award for… Read More

Governor Mills Praises President Biden's Designation of Frances Perkins Homestead as a National Monument

From: Maine Governor Janet Mills
December 16, 2024
Governor Janet Mills released the following statement today praising President Biden's designation of the Frances Perkins National Historic Landmark in Newcastle as a National Monument: "President… Read More

Maine Dems Call on Sen. Collins to Show Courage, Condemn Hegseth Nomination

December 11, 2024
Following news that Sen. Susan Collins met for over an hour on Dec 11th, with Secretary of Defense nominee and Fox News personality Pete Hegseth, Maine Democratic Party Chair Bev Uhlenhake released… Read More

Governor Mills Delays Opening of State Offices on Tuesday Until 10:00 A.M.

From: Maine Governor Janet Mills
December 9, 2024
In anticipation of an overnight storm system that is forecast to bring freezing rain during the Tuesday morning commute, Governor Mills has directed state offices to open on a delayed schedule… Read More

Governor Mills Announces Nomination of Former Lawmaker, Business Leader Heather Sanborn to Serve as Public Advocate

From: Maine Governor Janet Mills
December 5, 2024
Governor Janet Mills announced today that she will nominate accomplished small business owner, attorney, and former lawmaker Heather Sanborn of Portland to serve as Public Advocate for the State of… Read More

Governor Mills Delays Opening of State Offices December 5, 2024 Until 11:00 A.M.

From: Maine Governor Janet Mills
December 4, 2024
In anticipation of an "Alberta clipper" storm system arriving tonight that is expected to bring snow, mixed precipitation, and strong winds to much of Maine, Governor Mills has directed all State of… Read More

Governor Mills Announces Applications for Second Round of Storm Relief Funding for Small Businesses Now Open

From: Maine Governor Janet Mills
December 3, 2024
Governor Janet Mills announced today that a second round of applications is now open for Maine small businesses to help them rebuild and recover from last winter's devastating storms. The… Read More

Governor Mills Announces Successful Resolution of 34-Year-Old AMHI Consent Decree

From: Maine Governor Janet Mills
December 3, 2024
Dismissal by Maine Superior Court of Consent Decree follows finding that State of Maine has achieved substantial compliance to improve mental health services Governor Janet Mills announced today… Read More

Governor Mills Welcomes Members of the 132nd Maine Legislature

From: Maine Governor Janet Mills
December 3, 2024
Governor Janet Mills tonight welcomed the members-elect of the 132nd Maine Legislature to Maine's state capital during a banquet and reception for incoming legislators at the Augusta Civic Center.… Read More

Governor Mills Announces Settlement of U.S. DOJ Lawsuit

From: Maine Governor Janet Mills
November 26, 2024
The settlement recognizes progress made and underscores commitment to improving children's behavioral health services Governor Janet Mills announced today that the State of Maine and the United… Read More

Maine Dems Call for the Immediate Resignation of Rep. Lucas Lanigan

November 21, 2024
Maine Democratic Party Chair Bev Uhlenhake released the following statement: “Representative Lucas Lanigan has won by only one vote in a district that leans heavily Republican, and where… Read More

Maine Climate Council Releases Updated 2024 Action Plan

From: Maine Governor Janet Mills
November 21, 2024
The updated Maine Won't Wait plan builds on Maine's progress and recommends commonsense strategies to reduce emissions, enhance resilience, and grow the economy over the next four years Governor… Read More

Governor Mills Announces Retirement of Commissioner Anne Head, Announces Intent to Nominate Deputy Commissioner Joan Cohen to Lead Department of Professional and Financial Regulation

From: Maine Governor Janet Mills
November 15, 2024
Cohen will assume role of Acting Commissioner upon Head's retirement on November 30, 2024 Governor Janet Mills announced today that Commissioner of the Maine Department of Professional &… Read More