Maine’s Economy

Evictions and foreclosures increase coronavirus risks. A rent and mortgage freeze will protect us.

The outbreak of the COVID-19 epidemic in the United States has triggered an unprecedented economic downturn. Businesses are closing, workers are losing their jobs, and families face […]

James Myall

Posted April 7, 2020

Tags Coronavirus, Housing

Federal action means help for out-of-work Mainers as unemployment claims continue to break records

On March 27, President Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security, or CARES, Act into law. The $1.8 trillion package contains a number of provisions […]

James Myall

Posted April 2, 2020

Tags Coronavirus, Federal, Unemployment

Maine’s Economy

REPORT: Policy priorities for the federal response to COVID-19's economic fallout

As the coronavirus pushes the nation into a recession, the response by federal policymakers will determine the extent of the economic harm on families and small businesses. […]

James Myall

Posted March 26, 2020

Tags Coronavirus, Federal, Recession

Maine’s Economy

Federal coronavirus relief law provides free testing, paid leave, and additional food assistance

President Trump signed into law Thursday an emergency relief bill to bolster the federal government’s response to the coronavirus pandemic. The Families First Coronavirus Response Act ensures […]

James Myall

Posted March 19, 2020

Tags Coronavirus, Federal

Jobs and Income

Maine’s omnibus coronavirus response law will help workers, small businesses facing income loss

On Tuesday, the Maine Legislature approved an omnibus package of measures aimed at responding to the health and economic impacts of coronavirus. Governor Janet Mills signed the bill into law on Wednesday. The […]

James Myall

Posted March 19, 2020

Tags Coronavirus, Unemployment

Health Care

‘Patients First’ legislation would reduce some health care costs for Mainers

Maine Democrats recently introduced a package of bills to reduce health care costs, curb some of the health care industry’s most egregious billing practices and ensure access to critical lifesaving medicine. The suite of bills known as the “Patients […]

James Myall

Posted March 11, 2020

Tags Health Care

Maine’s Economy

Coronavirus highlights the need for all workers to have paid sick leave

As the United States and the world grapple with the outbreak of the novel form of coronavirus, known as COVID-19, the Centers for Disease Control is advising […]

James Myall

Posted March 3, 2020

Tags Health Care, Paid Sick Days

Maine’s Economy

General Fund dollars are no solution for Maine's transportation needs

Maine faces an annual shortfall of $232 million annually to fund priority transportation infrastructure projects, with the largest unmet needs in bridge projects and highway reconstruction. This […]

James Myall

Posted February 28, 2020

Tags Bonds, Infrastructure, Taxes

Maine’s Economy

Proposed “Whistleblower” law will help restore workers’ right to hold bad bosses accountable

Maine’s lawmakers are revisiting a bill introduced in 2019 that would restore the legal rights of workers trapped in a rigged system that prevents them from having […]

James Myall

Posted February 24, 2020

Tags Jobs, Minimum Wage, Overtime, Wages

Maine’s Economy

Fair Chance Employment Act will help reverse racial disparities and reduce likelihood of recidivism

Getting and keeping a job is a critical element of economic security, particularly for Mainers who face barriers to opportunity and prosperity. That includes Mainers with criminal […]

James Myall

Posted February 20, 2020

Tags Employment

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Evictions and foreclosures increase coronavirus risks. A rent and mortgage freeze will protect us.

Federal action means help for out-of-work Mainers as unemployment claims continue to break records

REPORT: Policy priorities for the federal response to COVID-19's economic fallout

Federal coronavirus relief law provides free testing, paid leave, and additional food assistance

Maine’s omnibus coronavirus response law will help workers, small businesses facing income loss

‘Patients First’ legislation would reduce some health care costs for Mainers

Coronavirus highlights the need for all workers to have paid sick leave

General Fund dollars are no solution for Maine's transportation needs

Proposed “Whistleblower” law will help restore workers’ right to hold bad bosses accountable

Fair Chance Employment Act will help reverse racial disparities and reduce likelihood of recidivism