Maine lawmakers adjourn with no action on tribal sovereignty
The Maine Legislature has adjourned without taking action on a historic proposal to expand tribal sovereignty rights.
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The Maine Legislature has adjourned without taking action on a historic proposal to expand tribal sovereignty rights.
Work was scheduled to end Wednesday, but Democrats asked for an extension because nonpartisan staff could not keep up with the volume of work.
Maine Gov. Janet Mills has signed into law a bill that allows the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Pleasant Point regulate its drinking water.
The Maine Senate enacted a bill on Monday that would update that standard to provide more accurate reimbursement rates.
The Maine Legislature is looking to cut down on suspensions and expulsions of students during early childhood.