AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoElection: Maine Democrats expanded their legislative majorities, reaching a Senate supermajority, while Democrat Troy Jackson unseated Sen. Susan Collins. Ranked-choice tabulation continues in the 2nd District race despite Matt Dunlap’s concession; Paul LePage leads but fell just short of 50% on election night. State Budget: Gov.-elect Hannah Pingree says there’s “no easy solution” to a projected $1 billion gap in the next two-year budget. She has not said whether tax increases or reserve funds are options. Public Safety: The state cited six fire departments after the deadly Searsmont sawmill explosion, including all six for lacking an effective system to track firefighters at the scene. Five also received citations involving protective equipment; departments say they have addressed the deficiencies. Local Government: Ellsworth delayed a recount in a close City Council race until ballots return from Augusta, where they’re being counted for the 2nd District race. Portland: Firefighters responded to a ruptured gas line in Back Cove; nearby residents were evacuated, and Ocean Avenue School briefly sheltered in place.
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