The 2008 act requires the state to identify chemicals that could cause health concerns for children.
Kevin Miller
Kevin Miller joined the staff of the Portland Press Herald in 2012 and has worked as a journalist in Maine since 2005. He currently covers state politics, the Maine Legislature and environmental/natural resources issues. A policy wonk, Kevin previously wrote about Congress and federal issues as the Press Herald’s Washington, DC correspondent. Before settling in Maine, he covered state government, higher education and environmental issues for newspapers in Virginia and Maryland. In his spare time, Kevin enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking, cross-country skiing or doing pretty much anything else outdoors. He lives in Newcastle with his wife, Carissa, and their dog.
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Democrats, liberals hope 2015 the year minimum wage rises
Republicans and the chamber acknowledge the issue will have to be addressed, but doubts remain a bill will be passed and signed by the governor.
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Critics turn out in force to oppose LePage’s plan for General Assistance
Immigrants, clergy members and municipal officials challenge the governor’s proposal to stop providing the aid to non-citizens who are living legally in Maine.
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Bill to ban local votes on legalizing marijuana draws fire at hearing
A legislator wants any decisions on legalization made at the state or federal level, but critics say his bill conflicts with the Constitution and home rule traditions.
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Gov. King or Gen. Chamberlain: Who should represent Maine in Capitol?
A bill pending in the Maine Legislature would swap a statue of Gov. William King – Maine’s first governor – with one honoring Civil War hero Gen. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain.
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Controversial mining rules draw crowd in Augusta
Opponents contend that the Maine DEP’s proposals would not protect the environment but supporters say the rules would strengthen, not weaken, existing regulations.
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In welfare reform war, Portland in cross hairs
A coordinated campaign by LePage and his allies has targeted the city’s aid program, putting asylum-seekers – and millions of dollars – at risk.
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DEP asks for detail on Verso landfill
Regulators want to make sure AIM, the new Canadian owner, uses the site in accordance with the way it’s now licensed.
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Maine DHHS requests money for new Riverview positions
As the state’s mental health hospital tries to regain federal certification, employees say staffing issues and unsafe working conditions contribute to the problems.
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Bills seek to spawn hemp industry in Maine
Advocates tell legislators that marijuana’s sibling has many manufacturing uses and investors ready to do business.