House rejects popular elections for Maine's constitutional officers
Updated June 15 House rejects popular elections for Maine’s constitutional officers Maine is among a handful of states whose constitutional officers are chosen by lawmakers, not in general elections. Associated Press Share AUGUSTA — A proposed constitutional amendment to require popular elections for Maine’s attorney general, secretary of state and treasurer has fallen short in the House. A two-thirds majority is required in both chambers to send the proposed amendment to the voters for approval. The bill won 27-7 support on Monday in the Senate, which approved an amendment to ensure ...