President Jackson releases statement ahead of special session
Augusta, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills issued a proclamation today calling for a special legislative session to be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 26, 2019, to consider transportation, infrastructure and economic development, environmental protection, and land conservation bonds. “With thousands of households and small businesses struggling with poor internet, with Mainers navigating aging roads and […]
President Jackson to hold additional office hours in September
AUGUSTA — Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, will hold public office hours at three locations in central Aroostook County on Monday, September 16. “While there is always more work to do, I’m proud of the progress we made this session to reduce pressure on property taxes, hold Big Pharma accountable and support good-paying jobs in […]
President Jackson to hold public office hours in September
AUGUSTA — Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, will hold public office hours at three locations in the St. John Valley on September 6. “With the Legislature adjourned for the year, I think it’s important to be available to hear from constituents and answer any questions they have,” said President Jackson. “Whether you are having a […]
President Jackson earns perfect attendance record in 2019 Legislative Session
AUGUSTA — Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, earned a perfect attendance and voting record during the recently concluded legislative session. He is one of 21 Senate Democrats to receive a perfect attendance score. “This session, I had the great honor of being elected Senate President and vowed that I would continue to fight for the […]
Jackson, Diamond release statement regarding the death of Det. Ben Campbell
AUGUSTA — On Wednesday, Detective Ben Campbell of Millinocket was killed in the line of duty in a crash on Interstate 95 in Hampden. According to the Maine State Police, Det. Campbell was struck by a tire that came off a logging truck while assisting another vehicle. Det. Campbell leaves behind a wife and 6-month […]
Work plan for state bridge and road projects unveiled
AUGUSTA – Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, is pleased to announce the details of Maine’s three-year transportation infrastructure work plan, and what it means for the state and region. The plan is released annually with an outline of the Maine Department of Transportation’s strategy for road, bridge and other transportation projects throughout the state. “The […]
$249 million in unclaimed property needs to be claimed by owners
AUGUSTA — The Office of the State Treasurer is currently holding more than $249 million in unclaimed property. Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash is urging constituents to go to maineunclaimedproperty.gov to find out whether any of that hard earned cash belongs to them. “Unclaimed property” is money owed to Maine people by third parties, such as former […]
President Jackson releases statement on making election day a state holiday
AUGUSTA— On Wednesday, the Legislature’s Committee on State and Local Government held a public hearing on legislation to make Election Day a state holiday. Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, released the following statement: President Troy Jackson: “Government is at its best when all Mainers are able to make their voices heard, whether it’s through testifying on […]
President Jackson invites local students to participate in honorary page program
AUGUSTA —With the new Legislature underway, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, is reminding local schools and students about the Senate Honorary Page program at the State House in Augusta. The daylong program gives students a unique opportunity not only to observe the state’s legislative process, but to be a part of it. All students from […]
President Jackson, Democratic leaders release statement on Gov. Mills’ budget proposal
AUGUSTA – Governor Janet Mills submitted her first biennial budget to the State Legislature. An overview of the budget can be found here. She is scheduled to deliver her State of the Budget address next Monday, Feb. 11 at 7:00 p.m. Members of Democratic Leadership released the following statements: Senate President Troy Jackson: “Budgets are about […]