Pres. Jackson welcomes Limestone Troop 193 to the Maine State House
“It was great to have the Scouts from Troop 193 in the Senate Chamber this week. They were a great group. I’m grateful to their Scout Leaders, especially Kathie Beaulieu, who helped make possible the long trip down from The County that morning,” said President Jackson. “I know the kids all had an early wake-up call, but they did a great job helping run the Chamber during the legislative session.”
Pres. Jackson introduces legislation to boost STEM education
AUGUSTA — Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, introduced legislation to create a state-of-the-art mobile learning lab at a public hearing before the Legislature’s Education and Cultural Affairs Committee on Tuesday. The mobile learning lab would expand traditional education opportunities in life science and engineering for public school students across the state. “The Mobile Learning Lab […]
Committee approves bill seeking approval for northern Maine transmission line
Connecting Aroostook County to the ISO-New England could be a game-changer for the region. Not only would it support quality, good-paying jobs, but it would also grow our supply of cheap, clean, renewable energy — energy that is desperately needed. I’m grateful to the bipartisan group of lawmakers on the Legislature’s Energy Committee who voted in favor of this proposal. It brings us one step closer to making the Northern Maine Transmission Line a reality.
Pres. Jackson, Senate Dem Leaders condemn anti-abortion ruling
I know people across this state and country are scared as the outrageous and malicious rulings continue to pile up. But all I can promise is this: Maine Senate Democrats will fight to protect your fundamental rights. We will hold the line against harmful anti-abortion legislation, and we will work to ensure that you have the resources and ability to exercise your right to an abortion.
Pres. Jackson introduces bill to support health care consumer assistance program
The consumer assistance program ensures that Mainers have someone in their corner helping them get the coverage and care they deserve, and receive the benefits they are owed. It’s vital that this program continues.
Pres. Jackson introduces legislation to bolster public safety departments
Public safety hinges on local law enforcement, fire departments and emergency medical service departments. However, the challenges plaguing public safety departments from updating buildings and equipment to hiring and retaining staff are mounting and have now reached crisis levels. This bill would provide an ongoing funding stream to ensure that municipalities from Fort Kent to Kittery can meet the health and safety needs of Maine families and older residents. It would ensure our brave first responders get the resources they need to answer the call.
Legislature enacts commonsense current services budget
Our job as elected officials is to represent the people who have placed their faith and trust and fight for their best interests. That is not something I take lightly. For me, this responsible baseline budget is about keeping our promise to Maine people — a promise to fund rural hospitals, a promise to fully fund our schools, a promise to make sure no child has to learn on an empty stomach and a promise to provide meaningful property tax relief. These are initiatives are foundational to the health, well-being, and success of Maine’s people and economy. Tonight, the Legislature followed through on that promise.
Pres. Jackson, Lieutenant Governors from 22 States Form Coalition to Protect Reproductive Freedom
The right to decide if and when to start a family is fundamental to who we are as Americans and our freedom. It’s a deeply personal decision — one that should not be made by politicians or justices with political agendas. Efforts to undermine reproductive freedom, and abortion rights, are anti-family, anti-Maine and anti-American. I’m proud to stand with my colleagues from across the country as a part of the Coalition to Protect Reproductive Freedom.
Pres. Jackson stresses need to invest in child care on White House call
Maine’s child care system isn’t working for anyone – parents, providers or small businesses. There simply isn’t enough quality, affordable child care in the state. The child care providers that are open can’t afford to do this work and are struggling to hire workers for the same reason. We must do better.
Presiding Officers thank Wabanaki Chiefs following moving State of the Tribes Address
I want to thank Chief Sabattis, Chief Newell, Chief Francis, Chief Peter Paul and Chief Nicholas for graciously accepting the invitation to address a Joint Convention of the Maine Legislature and for sharing their powerful words with us today. The way we forge a stronger, more resilient relationship between our governments starts with listening, and that is something the state has certainly not done enough of throughout our 200-year history.