Pres. Jackson praises Woodland resident confirmed to the Maine Ethics Commission
AUGUSTA – The Maine Senate on Tuesday unanimously confirmed the nomination of Sarah LeClaire of Woodland to serve on the Maine Ethics Commission. Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, released the following statement in support of LeClaire’s confirmation. “Mainers are known for their strong civic participation and leadership in common-sense electoral reform. I know that Sarah’s […]
Pres. Jackson testifies in support of Woodland resident nominated to the Maine Ethics Commission
AUGUSTA – Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, testified in support of Sarah LeClaire of Woodland during a nomination hearing before the Veterans and Legal Affairs Committee on Friday. LeClaire has been nominated by the governor to serve on the Maine Ethics Commission. “Over the many years I have known Sarah she has always been a […]
Bill inspired by First Mile Brewing in Fort Kent becomes law
AUGUSTA – A bill from Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, and Sen. Louie Luchini, D-Ellsworth, to support small businesses in the food and beverage industry was signed into law by Gov. Janet T. Mills on Wednesday. LD 306, “An Act To Temporarily Waive Certain Requirements for Relicensing for Restaurants That Serve Liquor” makes it easier for restaurants […]
Jackson bill to boost Loring Development Authority becomes law
AUGUSTA – A bill from Senate President Troy Jackson of Allagash to help the Loring Development Authority (LDA) navigate the COVID-19 was signed by Gov. Janet T. Mills on Wednesday. “As we continue to get the COVID-19 pandemic under control and get our economy back up to speed, this vital investment in the Loring Development […]
Pres. Jackson bill to boost Loring Development Authority enacted
AUGUSTA – A bill from Senate President Troy Jackson of Allagash to help the Loring Development Authority (LDA) navigate the COVID-19 was enacted by the Legislature early Friday morning. The proposal would provide flexible financing to support LDA’s efforts to revitalize the Loring Air Force Base by embracing new economic opportunities and creating good-paying jobs. […]
Presiding Officers praise Democratic supplemental budget proposal
AUGUSTA – The Legislature’s Appropriations and Financial Affairs Committee approved a supplemental budget that supports Maine workers and small businesses on Thursday. The vote was 8-5. The bill gives Maine businesses and unemployed Mainers a break from paying taxes on relief funds they received during the pandemic. Republicans rejected two compromise proposals on the Paycheck Protection Program […]
President Jackson announces $15.7 million in unclaimed property, working to contact owners
AUGUSTA – Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, announced the addition of more than $15.7 million to Maine’s Unclaimed Property Fund, and Mainers are being urged to check whether any of that money belongs to them. “Every year that the Treasurer has announced the release of the unclaimed property list, I have been contacted by constituents […]
Pres. Jackson shares MDOT work plan for state bridge and road projects
AUGUSTA – Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, is pleased to announce the details of Maine’s three-year transportation infrastructure work plan, and what it means for Senate District 1. The plan is released annually with an outline of the Maine Department of Transportation’s strategy for road, bridge and other transportation upgrades and maintenance projects. “Whether it’s […]
Pres. Jackson files bill targeting fake news websites, calls for better disclosure laws
AUGUSTA – On Thursday, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, filed legislation to require “fake news” websites to publicly disclose who runs and funds the project in a clear manner on the website’s home page. The bill aims to reduce the spread of misinformation, and outright lies, in response to the increasing number of fake news websites operating […]
Pres. Jackson files complaint against U.S. Department of Labor for failing to enforce H2A laws
AUGUSTA – On Monday, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, filed a complaint with the U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) for repeatedly failing to enforce H2A immigration law with regard to the practice of cabotage by Canadian H2A workers in Maine’s logging and trucking industry. “When Mainers are on a level playing field, they can compete […]
