Lawmakers should invest in the needs of Maine families
"We need to do better, and invest in meeting the needs Maine families and workers have right now."
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"We need to do better, and invest in meeting the needs Maine families and workers have right now."
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A referendum could have gone before voters in November, but the Maine People's Alliance is waiting to see if lawmakers pass a bill to create paid family leave.
Democrats are pushing for legislation, but a proposal also could go to the statewid ballot next year if progressive advocates gather enough signatures.
Democrats are pushing for legislation, but a proposal also could go to the statewid ballot next year if progressive advocates gather enough signatures.