President Jackson lauds selection of Northern Maine Renewable Energy Program bids
AUGUSTA — Today, the Maine Public Utilities Commission selected the winning transmission and distribution bids for the Northern Maine Renewable Energy Program, a program established by legislation put forward by Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash. Construction of the transmission and distribution projects may not begin until the awardees — LS Power Base and Longroad Energy’s King […]
Jackson recognizes 75th anniversary of Grand Isle Fire Department
GRAND ISLE – On Monday, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, presented Chief Gary Campbell and members of the Grand Isle Fire Department with a Legislative Sentiment, honoring the Department’s 75th Anniversary. The presentation and celebration took place during the Department’s monthly meeting. “It was a real honor to recognize the commitment and legacy of the […]
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President Jackson recognizes Frenchville Fire Department’s 75th Anniversary
FRENCHVILLE – On Saturday, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, presented the Frenchville Fire Department with a Legislative Sentiment recognizing the Department’s 75th Anniversary. The department is entirely volunteer-run and works with fire departments in Fort Kent, Madawaska and St. Agatha to serve much of the St. John Valley. “I was so glad to recognize this […]
Pres. Jackson appoints Caribou Police Chief to Right To Know Advisory Committee
AUGUSTA– On Tuesday, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, appointed Caribou Chief of Police Michael Gahagan to the Right to Know Advisory Council as a representative of law enforcement interests. The Committee is tasked with ensuring that Maine’s Freedom of Access laws are upheld, including making recommendations to the Legislature on potential accountability and transparency legislation. […]
Jackson small businesses electric rate relief bill clears Taxation Committee
Mainers all across the state are still reeling from sky-high electric rates caused in part by the increase in natural gas. While we work on long-term strategies to lower costs, I’m hopeful that the checks in the supplemental budget will help working families offset increased prices. But we also need to do something for small businesses across the state that have been hit the hardest. This credit is an attempt to help small businesses with high-energy usage, like convenience and grocery stores, afford to stay open and serve our rural communities. I’m grateful to the Taxation Committee for partnering with me on this effort.
Pres. Jackson earns perfect score for support of students, teachers
Every morning, Maine teachers show up to work to educate, coach and inspire the next generation of workers, business owners, parents and community leaders – even in the toughest of circumstances, finding creative and innovative ways to reach their students. It’s nothing short of remarkable. Our teachers need more than words of gratitude from politicians. They deserve our respect, our support and our commitment to match our words with action. It’s why I am proud of my work this session to ensure that teachers are compensated fairly for the heroic work they do and have the necessary resources to do the job well.
Jackson, Legislature poised to take legal action to support Maine lobstermen
Maine lobstermen are a vital part of our communities and economy. For years, they’ve adapted the way they make a living to meet new rules and regulations to protect our natural resources and wildlife. However, the latest rules imposed by the federal government will do nothing to help the endangered species they were designed to protect while having damning consequences on hardworking Mainers and their families. Today, lawmakers all across the ideological spectrum made it very clear that the Maine Legislature will not sit idly by while this iconic industry is under threat. We are ready to take legal action to right this wrong and support the hardworking men and women in the lobstering industry.
Jackson, Senate Dems release proposed senate map
AUGUSTA – On Thursday, Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash, and Sen. Nate Libby, D-Lewiston, released the Senate Democrats’ compromise proposal for redrawing the state senate districts to reflect the latest data from the US Census. A pdf version of the proposal is available here and the list of towns in each proposal is available here. […]
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