Gov. Mills introduces bill to expand abortion access as Democrats line up in support

The legislation would allow abortions to be performed after viability of the fetus as long as a physician determines it is necessary.

Mills considers stockpiling abortion pills in wake of court rulings

Mifepristone, which is used in medication abortion, could be removed from the market as soon as Friday.

Gov. Mills tests positive for COVID-19

Sunday's announcement represents the second time Maine's governor has contracted COVID-19 within the past year.

Legislature works to fix, or eliminate, popular property tax relief program

The program, which lets some homeowners age 65 and older freeze their bills, has the unintended effect of helping the wealthiest Mainers. Eight separate bills seek a remedy.

Gov. Mills signs baseline budget passed on party-line vote

While Republicans were unified in their opposition to the move, Mills said it was necessary to avoid a potential shutdown.

Mills and Co. swing by for Maple Sunday

Democrats advance majority budget after talks with Republicans break down

Republicans had sought $200 million in income tax cuts for low- and middle-income Mainers, a goal one lawmaker said Democrats 'flatly rejected.'

Democrats move to pass baseline budget to prevent chance of state shutdown

The move would allow continued debate about whether to increase spending or cut taxes, or both.

Tribal leaders call for expanded rights in rare appearance before joint session of Maine Legislature

The second formal State of the Tribes Address in the state's history comes as lawmakers in both parties appear to be working on a tribal sovereignty bill that could survive a potential veto from Gov. Janet Mills.

Final batch of $450 relief checks is in the mail

All 876,000 relief checks had been mailed as of Thursday, the Mills administration announced Friday.