A letter to legislators and Gov. Janet Mills says there is strong support for the bill in the business community, despite concerns some have that the legislation would unduly burden small companies.
One hundred small business owners have signed onto a letter calling for the Maine State Legislature to pass a paid family and medical leave policy that they say would help them retain workers and compete with larger companies. “As a small business owner, I value my employees and I try to support them when they
A letter to legislators and Gov. Janet Mills says there is strong support for the bill in the business community, despite concerns some have that the legislation would unduly burden small companies.
Beacon editor Lauren McCauley contributed reporting to this piece. After a years-long campaign, lawmakers on Thursday unveiled a proposal to create a paid family and medical leave program, drawing support from Mainers across the state who argued that it is long past time for such a policy. The bill, LD 1964, sponsored by Assistant Senate
Portland-area business owners say the pandemic has taught them to be more flexible when it comes to giving workers, customers and themselves a day off.