About the Department of the Secretary of State
The Department of the Secretary of State touches the lives of virtually every Maine resident. From safeguarding the original Maine State Constitution and preserving millions of precious historic documents, to conducting state elections and testing motor vehicle operators, the broad array of Department functions is unusual and interesting.
About Us
The Department of the Secretary of State touches the lives of virtually every Maine resident. From safeguarding the original Maine State Constitution and preserving millions of precious historic documents, to conducting state elections and testing motor vehicle operators, the broad array of Department functions is unusual and interesting.
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Email Us
Email the Maine Permanent Commission on the Status of Women (MePCSW) at WomensCommission.SOS@maine.gov.
Commission Members and Staff
The Maine Permanent Commission on the Status of Women (MePCSW) has 19 Commission members appointed by the governor, the president of the Senate, and the speaker of the House of Representatives. Commission members hail from diverse backgrounds and represent a variety of perspectives.
About
The Maine Permanent Commission on the Status of Women (MePCSW) has its roots in an advisory body appointed by Gov. John H. Reed in 1964, titled The Governor’s Advisory Council on the Status of Women. According to a 1977 report, it was the first council or commission on women in the Northeast.
Educational Opportunities
The Maine Permanent Commission on the Status of Women promotes opportunities to learn about the issues that impact women and girls in Maine.
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Prior Meeting Minutes
In accordance with the meeting schedule, Maine Permanent Commission on the Status of Women (MePCSW) meeting minutes are approved and posted two months after each MePCSW meeting.
Meetings & Events
Upcoming Meetings
The Maine Permanent Commission on the Status of Women (MePCSW) meets every other month. MePCSW committee meetings are subject to change and meet as needed.