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Governor Janet Mills announced today that she has signed into law legislation to increase access to and reduce the cost of epinephrine autoinjectors used as an alternative to the expensive and in-demand EpiPens. The bipartisan legislation, sponsored by Senator Heather Sanborn of Portland, passed the legislature unanimously.

Immediately after signing the bill, Governor Mills issues the first proclamation to raise awareness of childhood cancer

Governor Janet Mills announced today that Maine, along with Massachusetts and Rhode Island, is spearheading an effort to phase down the use of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), a highly potent greenhouse gas and significant driver of climate change. These synthetic gases are most often used as a refrigerant in appliances and are known as “climate super-pollutants”, with hundreds to thousands of times the heat-trapping power of carbon dioxide.

Governor Janet Mills released the following statement today on the Maine Public Utilities Commission’s (PUC) issuance of a request for proposals for renewable energy:

Fulfilling a promise made during her State of the State address, Governor Janet Mills today signed into law a bipartisan bill sponsored by House Assistant Majority Leader Ryan Fecteau that will expand the amount of affordable housing in Maine. The Governor signed the bill during a ceremony in the Cabinet Room where she was joined by Representative Fecteau, Senator Matt Pouliot and other lawmakers from both sides of the aisle, and housing advocates.

With snow and freezing rain creating dangerous travel conditions, Governor Janet Mills has directed all State of Maine offices closed today, Friday, February 7, 2020. 

“Snow, sleet, and freezing rain are taking their toll on our roadways this morning, creating hazardous driving conditions that are expected to remain throughout the day,” said Governor Mills. “I have directed all State offices closed, and I urge Maine people to exercise extreme caution if they must be on the roads and to give our road crews and first responders plenty of room as they work to keep us safe.”

Momentum is growing for legislation sponsored by Governor Janet Mills, House Speaker Sara Gideon, and Senate President Troy Jackson to improve health insurance for Maine small businesses and self-employed individuals.

Governor Mills also proposes “connections” bond package to expand broadband and continue rebuilding roads and bridges

Governor Janet Mills today presented the Legislature with a supplemental budget proposal that invests in bipartisan priorities, including continuing to rebuild state government to protect the health, safety, and well-being of Maine people, enhancing workforce and economic development efforts in the face of a tight labor market, and increasing the State’s Budget Stabilization Fund.

Governor Janet Mills today welcomed the announcement that Northeastern University will establish the Roux Institute, a graduate school and research center in Portland, funded by a $100 million grant from Maine-born benefactor David Roux and his wife Barbara Roux.

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement in honor of the 47th Anniversary of Roe V. Wade:

Governor reflects on bipartisan successes of past year, challenges ahead, and goals for the future, including improving health care, strengthening the economy, and fighting climate change

Next step in her 100,000 heat pump initiative is expected to help create jobs, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and save Maine people money on heating bills

Joined by leaders from Efficiency Maine Trust, Hometown Heat Pumps, and the Maine Community College System at F.W. Webb Company in Augusta, Governor Janet Mills today announced that Maine was doubling its rebates to help Maine people purchase high-performance heat pumps.

Governor Janet Mills will deliver the State of the State address to a joint convention of the Maine House and Senate on January 21, 2020 at 7:00 P.M.

In her remarks, Governor Mills will pay tribute to the State’s bicentennial, celebrate the progress made during her first year in office, highlight her priorities for the second legislative session, and present her vision for Maine.

Governor Janet Mills released the following statement in honor of Bangor veteran and Purple Heart recipient Galen Cole who passed away at the age of 94 on Thursday, January 9, 2020:

Please note, this release has been updated to correct the list of bills the Governor is allowing into law

Governor Janet Mills announced today that she is allowing 24 of the remaining 27 bills she held for further review last session to become law and that she has vetoed three.

Governor Janet Mills, Senate President Troy Jackson, and Speaker of the House Sara Gideon today announced legislation to improve private health insurance for Maine people and small businesses.

Governor Janet Mills welcomed back the Legislature today for the Second Regular Session. In a statement, the Governor said she looks forward to working with members of both parties to improve health care, strengthen the economy, and fight climate change.

Governor Janet Mills today issued a posthumous pardon, believed to be the first in Maine history, for Donald C. Gellers, a deceased former attorney and advocate for the Passamaquoddy Tribe.

Governor Janet Mills announced today that she will nominate two candidates to Maine’s Supreme Judicial Court and two candidates to Maine’s Superior Court. Governor Mills will nominate attorney Catherine Connors of Kennebunk and Superior Court Justice Andrew M. Horton of Falmouth to Maine’s Supreme Judicial Court. Governor Mills will also nominate Stephen Nelson of Houlton, currently a District Court Judge, and attorney Thomas McKeon of Falmouth to the Superior Court.

In case you missed it, Governor Janet Mills penned an op-ed in the Portland Press Herald today thanking the people of Maine for the privilege of serving as their Governor and celebrating the progress Maine has made during her first year in office.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration finalized a new enforcement policy Thursday on unauthorized flavored cartridge based e-cigarettes that appeal to children including fruit or mint flavors. Companies that do not cease the manufacture, distribution or sale of such products within 30 days risk enforcement actions. Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement welcoming the policy: 

Governor Janet Mills directed that the United States and State of Maine flags be flown at half-staff this Friday, January 3, 2020 in the City of Bangor in honor of former Fire Chief Jeffrey Cammack. Services for Chief Cammack will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday at Anah Shriners, 1404 Broadway, Bangor, ME 04401.

Governor Janet Mills, Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Commissioner Amanda Beal, and Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Commissioner Judy Camuso rang in the New Year this morning by hiking Bradbury Mountain as part of the nationwide “First Day Hike” initiative.

During the first year of Governor Janet Mills’ Administration, more than 56,000 people gained access to critical health care, the State unveiled its first strategic economic development plan in more than two decades, and Maine led in embracing clean, renewable energy to grow the economy, protect the environment and fight climate change.

With the end of her first year in office drawing to a close, Governor Mills released the following statement: