Maine House Democrats

08/18/2026

Today marks 106 years since the ratification of the 19th Amendment, a historic step for women’s suffrage.

The generation who fought for suffrage expanded the promise of our democracy. As voting rights face renewed threats, we honor their legacy by continuing the work of protecting that promise and building a more equitable Maine.

08/15/2026

This session, House Democrats passed legislation to strengthen survivors’ rights, hold traffickers accountable, expand survivor services, and improve sexual assault evidence tracking.

Hear from Representative Holly Stover and Maine trafficking survivor Tricia Grant about why this progress matters.

08/14/2026

08/11/2026

The Executive Order signed yesterday by President Trump puts Maine children at greater risk of preventable diseases that can potentially result in lifelong complications.

This session, we passed bills that will protect and expand access to vaccines in Maine – reducing barriers and decoupling Maine’s vaccine policy from federal guidance.

While the federal government works to undermine confidence in public health, we will continue to follow the science and do everything we can to keep our communities healthy.

Read the full story at 🔗: https://www.mainepublic.org/npr-news/2026-08-10/trump-and-rfk-jr-try-again-to-upend-vaccines-for-kids

08/07/2026

08/06/2026

On August 6, 1965, the Voting Rights Act was signed into law, advancing the promise that every American deserves an equal voice at the ballot box.

61 years later, that promise remains unfinished. As federal voting rights protections continue to be weakened, we remain committed to defending every Mainer’s right to vote and ensuring that our democracy is accessible, fair, and inclusive for all.

08/05/2026

Last week, a new law took effect that will help mobile homeowners in Maine save money.

The law allows mobile homes to be titled as real estate rather than personal property – giving mobile homeowners a chance to refinance their home with a mortgage that's more affordable.

That could mean saving hundreds of dollars every month and tens of thousands of dollars over the life of the loan.

Read the full story: https://tinyurl.com/32np6d2x

08/05/2026

08/04/2026

Today marks the 236th year of the U.S. Coast Guard! Today and every day, we honor the brave men and women who protect Maine’s shores and keep us safe. Thank you for your service!

08/02/2026