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We need to stop arguing and start collaboratively taking action. If arguing about the problem and holding meetings could solve the problem, we would have already ended homelessness.

Rep. Cheryl Golek, D-Harpswell, was presented the Maine People’s Alliance Rising Tide Award for her work to address Maine’s housing crisis at the organization’s annual banquet on Sept. 28. “We all know that the key to success for Maine families is safe, affordable housing,” said Golek, who serves on the Legislature’s Joint Select Committee on […]

Although policies alone will not solve the challenges we’re facing, many of them will significantly help.

People experiencing homelessness has been a growing issue amongst the states since 2015. Discover which states homeless programs are actually working.

Governor Janet Mills has signed a supplemental budget into law that will help people care for their families and deal with Maine's housing issues.

The budget approved by the committee includes funding for child care, housing and paid family and medical leave.

Question to candidates: What steps would you take to resolve the homelessness crisis in Tucson?

The new change package aims to address state issues such as the housing shortage, food insecurity, and homelessness.

“The end of the 2023 Legislative Session marks an important date as a critical first step to lower Hawaiʻi’s cost of living, construct truly affordable housing, protect our natural environment, and promote the health and wellness of our residents,” according to Gov. Green.

On Maui, the budget includes the addition of $6.1 million in general funds in FY24 and FY25 for the Maui Axis Deer program; $1.1 million in FY25 for six months of funding to support new housing at the Maui Community Correctional Center; and the addition of three permanent positions and $98,500 in FY24 and $200,250 in FY25 for UH Maui College’s health center.