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Educate Maine releases annual “Education Indicators” report

2/24/2022

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Educate Maine recently released its ninth annual “Education Indicators for Maine” report. The yearly report examines Maine’s education system in-depth, using indicators to measure access, participation, and performance of Maine students from early childhood through post-secondary education. The report provides data on what is working well and where investments in Maine’s education system are needed to ensure that every Maine person reaches their highest educational potential.
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Taxation committee tables the bill to increase the research and expense tax credit until OPEGA report is released

2/24/2022

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On Thursday, February 24, the Joint Standing Committee on Taxation voted to table LD 308, An Act to Promote Research and Development in the State by Increasing and Marketing the Research Expense Tax Credit, sponsored by Sen. Trey Stewart (R-Aroostook). The committee tabled the bill until the Office of Program Evaluation and Government Accountability (OPEGA) releases the tax expenditure report on the Research and Development Tax Credit and presents it to the Government Oversight Committee meeting on Friday, March 11. 

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ENR committee moves forward with LD 1911 despite flawed committee process

2/24/2022

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A few weeks ago, the Environment and Natural Resources (ENR) committee moved forward with an “ought to pass as amended” vote on LD 1911, An Act To Prevent the Further Contamination of the Soils and Waters of the State with So-called Forever Chemicals. This bill was first introduced by Rep. Bill Pluecker (I-Warren), but an amendment was introduced by Sen. Stacey Brenner (D-Cumberland), which made major changes and replaced the bill.

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Taxation committee tables tax haven legislation awaiting amendment

2/24/2022

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The Joint Standing Committee on Taxation voted to table LD 428, An Act to Prevent Tax Haven Abuse, at the request of the bill’s sponsor, Rep. Denise Teppler (D-Topsham). Rep. Teppler addressed the committee, asking for a week or so delay in working the bill until she finalizes the amendment with “interested parties.”

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Contact your legislator today and urge them to reject LD 1129, An Act Relating to the Valuation of Improved Real Property

2/24/2022

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Formerly known as the “dark stores” bill, LD 1129, An Act Relating to the Valuation of Improved Real Property, was amended in the Taxation committee, the title was changed and the language broadened to include all improved real property in Maine. 
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Don’t miss ‘The Maine Take with Dana Connors’ - Tuesdays at Noon

2/11/2022

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Be sure to watch “The Maine Take with Dana Connors” every Tuesday at noon while the Legislature is in session. Since launching Season 2 on January 4, special guests have included U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Governor Janet Mills, Maine State Senate Republican Leader Jeff Timberlake, and Maine Speaker of the House Ryan Fecteau. Topics of discussion have included the COVID-19 pandemic; the challenges, rewards, and lessons of the past year; state and federal legislative priorities for 2022; and much more.
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  • About Us
    • Connect with Us
    • Affiliates & Partners
    • Our Board
    • Meet the Team
    • President's Message
    • External Social Media Policy
  • Membership
    • Benefits of Membership
    • Join the Chamber
    • Return on Investment
    • Member Search
  • Public Policy
    • Public Hearings of Interest
    • Legislation of Interest
    • Public Policy Committees
    • Grassroot Resources
    • Find Your Legislator >
      • Representatives
      • Senators
  • Events
    • Calendar of Events
    • 2022 Annual Meeting
    • Sponsorship Opportunities
    • Business Day at the Statehouse
    • Board Meetings & Board Events
    • DC Fly-In
    • Legislative Social
    • Policy Issues Workshops
    • Regional Breakfasts
    • Scramble for Scholars
    • Webinars by The Maine State Chamber of Commerce
  • Initiatives
    • Campus Career Connect
    • Dream It. Do It.
    • Education Foundation
    • Keep Maine Competitive
    • Maine Economic Research Institute (MERI)
    • This is ME Counting on You
    • Senior Leaders of Tomorrow Development Program
  • Newsroom
    • COVID-19 Resources
    • Impact Newsletter
    • MSCC Blog
    • The Bottom Line
    • The Maine Take
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