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Governor Janet Mills today issued the following statement in response to the president's announcement that he will delay tariffs on Canada and Mexico until April:

Duguay, an experienced Maine business leader, is currently Executive Director of the Harold Alfond Institute for Business Innovation at Thomas College in Waterville

Governor Janet Mills today announced the nomination of Michael Duguay, an experienced economic development and business innovation leader in Maine, to serve as the next Commissioner of the Maine Department of Economic & Community Development (DECD).

Governor warns that maple sugar industry would be negatively impacted by tariffs on Canadian goods

Governor Janet Mills and Maine Maple Producers Association President Alan Greene today tapped the Maple Tree at the Blaine House today, just weeks ahead of the 42nd annual Maine Maple Sunday Weekend.

In case you missed it, in her Radio Address this weekend, Governor Janet Mills warned that Maine people and businesses will pay more for heating oil, gasoline, food, and other everyday essentials if President Trump's plan to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian goods goes into effect tomorrow.

Governor also announces nominations to Superior Court and District Court

Governor Janet Mills announced today that she has nominated the Honorable Julia Lipez to serve as an Associate Justice on the Maine Supreme Judicial Court. Justice Lipez has served on the Maine Superior Court since 2022.

A 26-year veteran of the DMR and the agency's long-time lead lobster biologist, Wilson would replace Commissioner Patrick Keliher following his retirement

Governor Janet Mills announced today that she will nominate Carl Wilson, a highly regarded fisheries scientist at the Maine Department of Marine Resources for the last 26 years, to serve as the department's next commissioner.

Washington, D.C. – Governor Janet Mills released the following statement today in response to the U.S. Department of Education notifying the Maine Department of Education that it has been directed to initiate an investigation into the State of Maine over alleged Title IX violations:

“I have spent my career – as a District Attorney, as Attorney General, and now as Governor – standing up for the rule of law in Maine and America. To me, that is fundamentally what is at stake here: the rule of law in our country.

Washington D.C. -- Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today regarding the President's threat to withhold Federal education funding from Maine:

"If the President attempts to unilaterally deprive Maine school children of the benefit of Federal funding, my Administration and the Attorney General will take all appropriate and necessary legal action to restore that funding and the academic opportunity it provides. The State of Maine will not be intimidated by the President's threats."

The longest-serving commissioner in DMR history, Keliher leaves a legacy of powerful advocacy and support for Maine's marine industries and environment

Governor Janet Mills today announced that Patrick Keliher, Commissioner of the Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR), will retire from his position on March 14, 2025

With snow, sleet, and ice forecast to make for hazardous driving conditions across the entire state, Governor Janet Mills has directed all State of Maine offices closed tomorrow, February 13, 2025.

"I urge Maine people to plan ahead for the winter storm forecast for tomorrow," said Governor Janet Mills. "Please check on elderly neighbors who might need help shoveling snow, and if you need to drive, always give room to first responders and plow truck drivers working to keep Maine people safe."

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today on the Legislature's consideration of the supplemental budget:

Generous $300,000 grant from Northeast Delta Dental will allow popular program to serve more Maine veterans

Governor Janet Mills announced today that the Maine Veterans' Dental Network (MVDN) will continue to serve Maine veterans this year thanks to a generous $300,000 grant from Northeast Delta Dental.

With winter weather expected to cause a messy afternoon commute, Governor Janet Mills has directed state offices to close at 1:00 p.m. tomorrow, Thursday, February 6, 2025.

"I encourage all Maine people to exercise caution and stay safe during the Thursday afternoon commute -- and as always, give plenty of space to plow trucks and first responders working to clear the roads and keep us safe," said Governor Janet Mills.

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement in response to the Trump Administration’s announcement today that it will implement tariffs on imports from Canada, China, and Mexico beginning tomorrow, February 1, 2025:

Governor makes strong case for her balanced biennial budget proposal which continues core commitments to Maine people and makes Free Community College permanent

During her State of the Budget Address tonight, Governor Janet Mills urged lawmakers to do the hard work and to make the tough fiscal decisions needed to balance the state's budget.

Governor Janet Mills today congratulated Heather Sanborn on being confirmed by the Maine Senate as the next Public Advocate for the State of Maine. The Senate confirmed Sanborn this morning by a vote of 19-15.

"I congratulate Heather Sanborn on being confirmed as Maine's next Public Advocate," said Governor Janet Mills. "Her experience as a lawmaker and small businessowner, along with her sharp intellect and unmatched integrity, have prepared her to fight for Maine ratepayers and consumers."

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today in response to a memo issued by the Trump Administration yesterday directing a temporary pause on the disbursement of all Federal funding, except for Social Security and Medicare:

In accordance with a directive of President Trump, Governor Janet Mills has ordered that the United States and State of Maine flags be flown at full-staff for the remainder of today, Monday, January 20, 2025 for Inauguration Day.

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement today in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day:

Governor Janet Mills applauded an announcement by the Biden-Harris Administration that Maine's Forest Bioproducts Advanced Manufacturing Tech Hub will receive an additional $22 million to position Maine as a global leader in forest-based biomaterial production and manufacturing.

Governor Janet Mills announced today that she will deliver her State of the Budget Address to a Joint Convention of the Legislature in the House Chamber on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

Governor Janet Mills announced today that the State of Maine is deploying a team of Maine Forest Rangers and volunteer firefighters to help battle the devastating wildfires in Southern California.

Over the last week, wildfires have destroyed approximately 40,000 acres in greater Los Angeles, with high winds forecast to complicate containment efforts in the coming days. Two crews from Maine -- consisting of eight Forest Rangers and twelve volunteer firefighters -- will assist response and recovery efforts for a two-week period.

Governor proposes balanced approach of investments, spending reductions, and targeted revenue enhancements to balance budget while maintaining core voter-approved programs

Governor Janet Mills today unveiled her Administration's budget proposal for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 biennium.

Recognizing the critical need to ensure affordable, reliable energy for all Maine people and businesses, Governor Mills proposes elevating the Governor's Energy Office to a cabinet-level department in upcoming budget proposal

Governor Janet Mills today announced that she will propose elevating the Governor's Energy Office (GEO) to a cabinet-level department as part of her upcoming biennial budget proposal.