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Governor Mills issued the following statement tonight after President Trump signed a bill to fund the Federal government:

Governor Mills issued the following statement in honor of Veterans Day:

"Our veterans are the inspiration for our freedom, the driving force behind the character of our country, and the soul of our communities. Today, we honor the veterans across Maine and the nation who served our country with devotion, honor, and distinction. To Maine's veterans -- on behalf of the 1.4 million people of our state: We are proud of you. We honor you. And we will always welcome you home."

Governor Mills issued the following statement regarding the Trump Administration's latest attempt to block the distribution of full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits:

Governor directs full benefit payment to eligible households following Federal court rulings and new Federal guidance

Governor Janet Mills today announced that she has directed the Maine Department and Health and Human Services (DHHS) to issue full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits in November to eligible Maine households.

State application proposes innovative investments to bolster rural health care, with broad support from leaders and insights from people across Maine

The Mills Administration announced today that the State has filed its application for the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), a new Federal initiative to bolster health care in rural communities. 

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement on Maine voters' approval of Question 2:

"I sincerely hope that this measure will strengthen public safety as proponents have argued. My administration will work with law enforcement and the public to implement this new law, along with our existing extreme risk protection law, to best ensure the safety of Maine people."

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement on Maine voters' rejection of Question 1:

"Once again, Maine people have affirmed their faith in our free, fair, and secure elections, in this case by rejecting a direct attempt to restrict voting rights. Maine has long had one of the highest rates of voter turnout in the nation, in good part due to safe absentee voting -- and Maine people tonight have said they want to keep it that way."

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement ahead of Open Enrollment for health insurance through Maine's Affordable Care Act Marketplace, which begins tomorrow, Saturday, November 1:

Report recommends bolstering innovation and strengthening guardrails around AI's effects on Maine's people, economy, and institutions

Governor Janet Mills today announced the final report of her Task Force on Artificial Intelligence, an expert-informed analysis of the opportunities and implications of AI technology for Maine's people, economy, and institutions.

Governor Janet Mills today applauded two Federal court rulings to compel the U.S. Department of Agriculture to release emergency contingency funds for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. Earlier this week, Attorney General Aaron Frey announced that Maine had joined a muti-state lawsuit to compel USDA to release contingency funds.

Letter from 21 governors demands immediate release of USDA funding as the Federal shutdown is poised to cease food benefits for 170,000 Maine people on Saturday

Governor Janet Mills today joined governors from 20 states to call upon President Trump to immediately release contingency funding at the U.S. Department of Agriculture to cover benefits for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, which are poised to end Saturday for 170,000 Maine people due to the Federal shutdown.

Funds from Governor's contingency account and the John T. Gorman Foundation to increase food supplies as shutdown suspends Federal food benefits for November

Governor Janet Mills announced today she is taking action to deliver $1.25 million to Good Shepherd Food Bank and other anti-hunger programs in Maine as the Federal shutdown is poised to cease food benefits for 170,000 Maine families, older adults, children, veterans, and people with disabilities on Saturday, November 1, in partnership with Maine philanthropy.

Governor Janet Mills today applauded Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey for joining a multi-state lawsuit to compel the U.S. Department of Agriculture to release contingency funds for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP.

Governor Janet Mills has ordered that the United States and State of Maine flags be lowered to half-staff statewide from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, October 25, 2025 in remembrance of the victims and to honor the survivors of the tragedy in Lewiston. Tomorrow marks two years since the shootings at Just-In-Time Recreation and Schemengees Bar and Grille in Lewiston that took the lives of eighteen people and injured many others.

The Governor issued the following statement:

Governor Janet Mills tonight called on Americans to stand firm to defend democracy and the Rule of Law, warning that the Trump Administration's ongoing assault on democratic institutions is a threat to the Constitutional Order of the United States.

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement in honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day:

In her weekly radio address and column today, Governor Janet Mills urged Maine people to reject Question 1 on the November 4th ballot, saying the proposal would make it harder for many Mainers to exercise their right to vote.

"Maine is proud to lead the nation in voter participation because of our long history of safe and secure elections," said Governor Mills. "Whether you vote in person or by absentee ballot, you can trust that your vote will be counted fairly. But that fundamental right to vote is under attack from Question 1."

Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement in response to an announcement by Northern Light and Anthem that they have agreed to a temporary contract extension as negotiations continue:

Governor Janet Mills today issued the following statement after the Federal government experienced a lapse in appropriations at the end of Fiscal Year 2025:

Maine's reliance on home heating oil has dropped nearly 20 percent under the Mills Administration, driven by adoption of cost-saving, energy efficient heat pumps

Governor Janet Mills today announced that the share of Maine households reliant on oil as their primary heat source has fallen by nearly 20 percent from 2018 to 2024, a testament to the state's record adoption of high efficiency heat pumps.

Presque Isle and Houlton, MAINE -- Governor Janet Mills today visited Presque Isle and Houlton to meet with business and community leaders about economic development, workforce growth, and revitalization efforts in Aroostook County.

Governor also announces $2.7 million in awards by Maine Technology Institute to build a state-of-the-art life science laboratory facility in Maine

Governor Janet Mills today announced the creation of the Maine Life Sciences Center, a new initiative of the Maine Technology Institute (MTI) designed to attract investment and foster innovation in life sciences, one of Maine's fastest-growing economic sectors.

Governor also visits several communities in the Saint John Valley and Twin Rivers Paper Company to mark its 100th year of papermaking in Madawaska

Caribou, MAINE-- Governor Janet Mills today cut the ribbon on a new Amazon delivery warehouse in Caribou, the company's first official facility in Maine.

New cabinet-level department, replacing the Governor's Energy Office, will lead policy and planning to promote affordable, reliable energy for Maine people and businesses._

Governor Janet Mills today announced the official launch of the Maine Department of Energy Resources (DOER), a new cabinet-level department to lead State energy policy, programs and planning in support of more affordable and reliable energy for Maine people and businesses.

Expansion of global medical products company at Brunswick Landing is supported by Governor's new Dirigo Business Incentive Program