Senate President Alfond on Bill Green's Maine

Senate President Alfond on Bill Green’s Maine

Senate President Justin Alfond talks with Bill Green about his life and his plans for the 126th Maine Senate.
Senate President Alfond on Maine Watch

Senate President Alfond on Maine Watch

Senate President Justin Alfond is joined by Senator Michael Thibodeau, House Speaker Mark Eves and Representative Ken Fredette on Maine Watch to discuss the upcoming legislative session. Watch New Legislative Session on PBS. See more from Maine Watch with Jennifer Rooks.
District 8 Legislative Update - Revenue Report

District 8 Legislative Update – Revenue Report

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! As we move into the holiday season and buy gifts for our loved ones, it's important to remember our friends and neighbors that own and run small businesses here in Portland and in Maine. By making a conscious effort to purchase your gifts...
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Legislative Update – Energy Efficiency Help and the Streamling Commission

In this update, you will read about two great upcoming events, learn about applying for heating assistance, and read about the Streamlining Task Force’s work to find $25 million of savings. Community Update There are two great community events I would like to share with you this week: We Love Munjoy Hill Festival On Saturday,...

Streamlining Commission

When the Legislature passed the current budget, they intentionally left a gap of $25 million. The assumption was that this money could be found through increases in government efficiency. To find those savings, a Streamlining Task Force was set up. This Task Force consists of twelve members, including current and former legislators and members of...

Legislative Update – State Finances and Congressional Redistricting

Every year, the Maine Supreme Court goes on the road and visits high schools across Maine. I am excited to announce that on Tuesday, October 11th, the Maine State Supreme Court will come to Deering High School to hear oral arguments in three cases. I want to thank Deering teacher Eli Small for his idea...

Legislative Update – Jobs on the Horizon?

Welcome back to school! Portland is Maine’s largest school district, serving over 7,000 students and 5,000 adult learners in our ten elementary schools, three middle schools and four high schools. Across the district there are exciting new developments, including new principals, five more days of school, and more fresh foods being served to our students. Click...

Legislative Update – New Additions to Portland

Welcome Note On August 19th, Rachael and I welcomed Jacoby Loring Alfond into our family. He was born 7 pounds, 2 ounces and 20.5 inches long. Rachael and I are overjoyed to have our first child, and boy is the little guy keeping us busy! A ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Ocean Avenue...

Portland Delegation’s FOAA Request

Governor Paul R. LePage 1 State House Station Augusta, Maine 04333 Dear Governor LePage, Pursuant to the Maine Freedom of Access Act, Title 1, MRSA Chapter 13, at the request of the Portland Legislative Delegation, I am formally requesting the following documents or access to to these documents for the period from February 1 to...