Jackson universal school meal bill earns Senate approval
Hunger is something that children just shouldn’t have to worry about. Yet, too many kids go to school hungry and are expected to learn on an empty stomach. It’s really hard not to get choked up about it. With this bill, we can make sure all children have a chance to focus on learning to read, play with their friends and just be a kid. I’m grateful that the Senate could join together and pass this bill.
Pres. Jackson presents bill to support Twin Rivers Paper Company in Madawaska
AUGUSTA – A bill from Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, to create a tax credit to support Twin Rivers Paper Company received a public hearing before the Taxation Committee on Thursday. The amended version of the bill — LD 1713, “An Act To Increase Workforce Skills for the Revitalization of Maine’s Paper Industry through the […]
Senate approves Jackson bill to allow online selling of raffle tickets
AUGUSTA – The Maine Senate unanimously approved a bill from Senate President Troy Jackson of Allagash, to allow charities to hold online raffles on Wednesday. LD 671, “An Act To Allow the Sale of Raffle Tickets Online” would enable Maine residents over the age of 18 to purchase online raffle tickets. “Charitable organizations, […]
Maine Senate to vote on gubernatorial nominations April 22
AUGUSTA — The Maine Senate will convene for a confirmation session on Thursday, April 22 at 5:00 p.m. in the House Chamber to vote on for the purpose of voting on various nominations made by Gov. Janet T. Mills and one nomination from the Aroostook County Commissioners. The Senate President has the authority to call […]
President Jackson announces $15.7 million in unclaimed property, working to contact owners
AUGUSTA – Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, announced the addition of more than $15.7 million to Maine’s Unclaimed Property Fund, and Mainers are being urged to check whether any of that money belongs to them. “Every year that the Treasurer has announced the release of the unclaimed property list, I have been contacted by constituents […]
Pres. Jackson files bill targeting fake news websites, calls for better disclosure laws
AUGUSTA – On Thursday, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, filed legislation to require “fake news” websites to publicly disclose who runs and funds the project in a clear manner on the website’s home page. The bill aims to reduce the spread of misinformation, and outright lies, in response to the increasing number of fake news websites operating […]
Pres. Jackson files complaint against U.S. Department of Labor for failing to enforce H2A laws
AUGUSTA – On Monday, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, filed a complaint with the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) for repeatedly failing to enforce H2A immigration law with regard to the practice of cabotage by Canadian H2A workers in Maine’s logging and trucking industry. “When Mainers are on a level playing field, they can compete […]
Following Bipartisan Committee Work, Presiding Officers Again Poll Legislature for Special Session
Over the past two months, Maine lawmakers – Democrat, Republican and Independent – have put aside their differences and put the needs of Maine people first by working together to wrap up outstanding committee work. And the results speak for themselves, with 74 percent of votes earning bipartisan support. This is how we set the agenda in the Legislature – lawmakers working together in an open, transparent and bipartisan manner to make tough decisions – not secret, backroom negotiations among legislative leaders.
Pres. Jackson, Speaker Gideon announce update on committee work
AUGUSTA – Senate President Troy Jackson and Speaker Sara Gideon announced that legislative committees will resume their work on carry-over measures, including holding public hearings and work sessions, in July to prepare for when the Legislature reconvenes for a special session. No final dates for that session have been secured, however Legislative staff have been […]
Pres. Jackson releases statement on Jay explosion
AUGUSTA – In response to the explosion at a paper mill in Jay, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, released the following statement: “Today, the entire state stands in solidarity with the community of Jay, the workers of the Androscoggin Paper Mill and their loved ones, as we anxiously await news about the Mainers working near […]