Mar 11, 2013 •
… AUGUSTA, Maine (NEWS CENTER) — During their hearing Monday morning, Senate President Justin Alfond mentioned that democrats have always made it a priority to pay down the $1.5 billion debt owed to Maine hospitals. … Click here to read more from WLBZ Bangor.
Mar 10, 2013 •
… The Legislature has been at work two months, but it seems it’s just getting started. When I sat down with Senate President Justin Alfond last Tuesday, he acknowledged the slow pace, and had a two-word explanation: term limits. … Click here to read more from Sun Journal.
Mar 8, 2013 •
This week, I’ll discuss my visit to Cianbro, an op-ed I co-authored with Speaker Eves, and my bill to help revitalize Maine’s downtowns. Visit to Cianbro As the President of the Senate, I have the honor of visiting many great companies and places in the state. Last week, I had the opportunity to go back...
Mar 4, 2013 •
… Already this session, Democrats and Republicans have proven we can work together, even when we have strong differences. We overwhelmingly passed a supplemental budget in the Maine Senate and House after extensive negotiations. It’s time for us to rise to the occasion again and do what is best for all Maine people. … Click here...
Feb 28, 2013 •
This past week, I visited several businesses across the state and joined my Portland legislative colleagues in a community forum in Portland. Portland Community Forum On Saturday, February 23rd, I was joined by Senator Anne Haskell and the Portland House delegation at a community forum at the Portland Public Library. We had over 70 members of the...
Feb 22, 2013 •
In this email, I will discuss my upcoming legislative forum, the concealed carry weapons permit vote, and my bill to fully fund revenue sharing. Community Forum This Saturday, February 23rd, Senator Anne Haskell, the Portland House delegation, and I will be hosting a legislative forum in Portland. We will be discussing the work we’re doing in Augusta and taking...