Testimony in Opposition to LD 1977
Senator Curry, Representative Roberts, and the distinguished members of the Committee on Innovation, Development, Economic Advancement and Business, my name is Nick Murray and I serve as policy analyst for […]
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Testimony in Support of LD 1973
Senator Sanborn, Representative Tepler, and the distinguished members of the Committee on Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services, my name is Nick Murray and I serve as policy analyst for […]
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What effects did Gov. Mills’ emergency licensing orders have on Maine’s workforce and public health?
In the initial weeks of what would become a 15-month state of emergency, Governor Janet Mills issued a flurry of executive orders to direct the state government’s response to the […]
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The good, the bad and the ugly of the first session
As the people’s representatives prepare to wrap up their work for the year this Wednesday, a dizzying and exhausting session for many finally closes — but not without some fireworks. […]
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How will Maine address its shortage of medical professionals?
Recently, labor shortages have been frequently reported across the nation, including in Maine and the New England region. A story in the Sun Journal on a shortage of psychiatrists in […]
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Understanding Governor Mills’ jobs and recovery plan
In early March, President Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), a $1.9 trillion spending bill to provide additional funds to state and local governments to recover […]
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Governor Mills takes emergency action on medical licensing, telehealth
Governor Janet Mills issued an executive order that eases occupational licensing rules for health professionals and makes telehealth services more accessible for Mainers. Both orders align with the recommendations made to […]
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Here’s what lawmakers want to debate in the Second Session
They’re at it again. On September 27th, lawmakers were required to submit all of their legislative requests to the Revisor’s Office to ensure they would be considered by the Legislative […]
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It shouldn’t be so hard to earn a living in Maine
It’s time to protect the right to earn a living in Maine, which will only be accomplished when we have a full accounting of the barriers that stand in our way.
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Why do lawmakers choose licensing?
We must begin untangling the web of bureaucratic red tape that separates qualified workers from meaningful employment. Only then can we give entrepreneurs the tools they need to innovate, create jobs and improve Maine’s economy.
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