Long-term care trade group honors Jackson
The Maine Health Care Association honored Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, with a 2022 Legislative Advocacy Award at the organization’s annual Fall Health Care Conference & Expo in Rockport, citing his support for long-term care facilities and direct care workers.
President Jackson submits legislation to help fund new jail in Caribou
A new jail will better support local law enforcement in northern Aroostook County and ensure that justice can be served.
President Jackson tours Maine School of Science and Mathematics
Limestone – On Thursday, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, visited with students, educators and administrators at the Maine School of Science and Mathematics (MSSM) in Limestone. “The Maine School of Science and Mathematics is a truly special place for both its students and the community of Limestone. Students that excel in the fields of science, […]
Maine Council on Aging honors President Jackson with 2022 Legislator of the Year Award
Senate President Troy Jackson has consistently demonstrated an unflinching resolve in pursuit of access to necessary supports and services for older Mainers. He is well known for his humanitarian values, earnest engagement across party lines, and dogged determination to champion those who need a voice.
Jackson named 2022 Legislator of the Year by Maine Council on Aging
Today, the Maine Council on Aging named Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, as the recipient of the 2022 Legislator of the Year Award. The award recognizes his longstanding commitment to improving the health, safety and economic security of older Mainers. President Jackson will be honored along with four other award recipients at the Council’s annual Wisdom Summit later this month.
Laws championed by Senate Democrats take effect
AUGUSTA — Non-emergency laws introduced and supported by the Maine Senate Democrats during the Second Regular Session of the 130th Legislature took effect Monday, Aug. 8. This session, lawmakers championed measures to combat high-energy prices, improve access to health care and prescription drugs, promote economic opportunity and support working families, seniors and veterans. “Maine people […]
Senate unanimously confirms Judge Rick E. Lawrence to Maine Supreme Judicial Court
Government is at its best when it reflects the diversity and experiences of Maine people. With the historic appointment of Judge Lawrence to the Maine Supreme Judicial Court, Maine is inching closer to this goal.
Jackson, Legislative Democrats unveil plan to help Mainers heat their homes, keep the lights on
Maine people expect solutions from their elected officials, not excuses or finger-pointing. That’s why Legislative Democrats have come together to provide relief now and lower prices in the long term. With this plan, we can ensure that Mainers can afford to not just stay in their homes but heat their homes and keep the lights on while also providing for their families. We can also make sure small business owners can afford to pay their energy bills, keep their doors open and contribute to our economy.
County residents, family members and veterans organizations testify in support of bill to save the Caribou Veterans’ Home
AUGUSTA – A bill from Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, intended to prevent the Maine Veterans’ Homes in Caribou and Machias from closing, received a public hearing before the Legislature’s Veterans and Legal Affairs Committee on Wednesday. Aroostook County residents, families, veterans advocacy organizations and health care professionals overwhelmingly testified in support of the measure. […]
President Jackson thanks administration for keeping Wilton Call Center open
Today, the 45 Mainers who work at the Wilton Call Center to support the Maine Department of Health and Human Services can breathe a sigh of relief, knowing the jobs they rely on to earn a good wage and provide for their families aren’t going anywhere. We applaud Gov. Janet T. Mills, Commissioner Jeanne Lambrew and the Department for hearing workers’ concerns and taking quick action to protect these jobs during these tumultuous times. At this point, trying to solve this problem through the Legislative process would have taken weeks if not longer, causing unnecessary anguish and uncertainty. We’re grateful that the Department was able to use all the tools at their disposal to come up with a swift resolution.