Supplemental Budget FY13 Proposals
Last week, the governor proposed a supplemental budget. The supplemental budget covers fiscal years 2012-2013 and is comprised of all the technical and emergency shortfalls. However, instead of focusing on sound policy, the governor chose to include several controversial policies in the supplemental budget. The public hearings took place last week and the biggest crowds...
DHHS Budget
Due to the DHHS turmoil, the Appropriations Committee has parked the 2013 DHHS budget. Commissioner Millet, the governor’s top financial head, told the Appropriations Committee that he needs 4-6 weeks to audit the DHHS departments. Yesterday, Commissioner Millet introduced supplemental budget #2. This supplement budget will close any and all shortfalls in the rest of...
Health Insurance Overhaul Questions
One of the most controversial bills passed last session in the Legislature was the health insurance overhaul. The bill went in to effect on January 1st of this year, and I’m hearing all kinds of results. I am trying to gather better examples on how the new law has affected businesses in Portland. If you...
Legislative Update – January 4th, 2012
Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a great holiday and that 2012 is off to a terrific start. In Augusta, we’ll be starting the second session of the 125th Legislature today, Wednesday. I am looking forward to getting back to work on behalf of the people of Portland. Community Event Last month, the Commissioner...
