Committee supports bills strengthening protections for loggers and haulers
AUGUSTA– Last week, the Committee on Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry voted to support two proposals from Senate President Jackson, D-Allagash, to strengthen protections of loggers and haulers in Maine. LD 1849, An Act to Ensure Fair and Timely Payment in the Harvesting of Forest Products and LD 1874 An Act to Support Maine Loggers’ and Truckers’ Right to […]
Senate President Jackson bill to include haulers in Logging Dispute Resolution Board becomes law
AUGUSTA– Last week, LD 511 “An Act to Clarify That Haulers Are Under the Jurisdiction of the Logging Dispute Resolution Board” became law. The legislation, introduced by Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, ensures that Haulers of forest products can go before the Board, which was created by legislation passed during the 130th Legislature. “Logging is one of Maine’s most […]
President Jackson introduces legislation to grant Aroostook law enforcement radio network access
AUGUSTA – On Thursday, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, introduced LD 1889 An Act to Provide Authorization to Aroostook County to Use the Statewide Radio and Network System. This bill would grant County public safety agencies access to a reliable radio network already used by State public safety agencies. “I’ve been hearing for quite awhile […]
Committee approves Jackson bill to establish Gagetown Harmful Chemical Study Commission
AUGUSTA – On Monday, Legislation from Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, to establish the Gagetown Harmful Chemical Study Commission, cleared the Veterans and Legal Affairs Committee along party lines. LD 1597, “Resolve, to Establish the Gagetown Harmful Chemical Study Commission” would study the impacts of exposure to harmful chemicals on veterans and former National Guard members […]
Committee approves Jackson bill to provide funding to Maine School of Science and Mathematics
AUGUSTA – Legislation from Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, to provide funding for the Maine School of Science and Mathematics in Limestone, cleared the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee with bipartisan support on Tuesday. LD 1458, An Act to Increase Funding for the Maine School of Science and Mathematics would provide additional funding to support […]
Senate President Troy Jackson introduces legislation to construct a Bureau of Forestry District Headquarters
AUGUSTA– Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, introduced legislation to support the construction of a new Bureau of Forestry District Headquarters at a public hearing before the Legislature’s Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry Committee on Monday. LD 1886, Resolve, to Construct a New District Headquarters Building for the Bureau of Forestry in Fort Kent, would provide funding to […]
Senate President Troy Jackson welcomes Aroostook County Teacher of the Year to the State House
AUGUSTA – Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, welcomed Aroostook County Teacher of the Year Emily Rosser and her family to the Senate Chamber on Thursday. Rosser is a first grade teacher at Caribou Community School. “It was great to meet Emily, who is doing amazing work at Caribou Community School. This award is a testament […]
President Jackson celebrates Maine Cultural Heritage Week
AUGUSTA– On Wednesday, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, joined the Cultural Alliance of Maine to celebrate the cultural organizations, institutions and resources that bring communities together across the state. The event was a part of the group’s inaugural Maine Cultural Heritage Week. “Where I’m from, this idea of losing the art and culture of your […]
Sen. Ingwersen’s bill to bolster drought relief program for farmers earns unanimous committee support
AUGUSTA – Legislation from Sen. Henry Ingwersen, D-Arundel, intended to bolster a new drought relief program for Maine farmers earned unanimous support in the Legislature’s Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Committee on Wednesday. LD 315, “An Act to Provide Funding for Drought Relief and Other Programs Benefiting Maine Farmers” would allow the state to take a […]
President Jackson testifies in support of Mapleton resident’s reappointment to the Board of Pesticides Control
AUGUSTA – Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, testified in favor of Mapleton’s David Adams reappointment to the Board of Pesticides Control at a hearing before the Legislature’s Committee on Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry. The Committee unanimously endorsed his nomination to serve a second, 4-year term on the Board as a member with commercial application expertise. […]