The Sun Journal reports that the Maine Attorney General’s Office is suing someone living in a motel in connection with alleged Maine Clean Elections Act violations.
Category: Maine
Ethics Fireworks Over Fireworks
The Bangor Daily News reports on an incident involving fireworks and a state legislator in Maine. House Speaker Hannah Pingree is asking a legislative ethics committee to determine whether Rep. Richard Blanchard, D-Old Town, attempted to use his position to avoid a July 4 fireworks citation.
State to Lobbyists: Where is Your Flair?
In Maine, the state is considering a requirement for lobbyists to wear nametags. The bill, which faces a final Senate vote, would require lobbyists to wear tags that clearly display their name and firm, as well as their employer or the organization the lobbyist represents.