State
State
Maine Students Offered West Point Appointments
Steven
W. Bilodeau, a student at Greenville High School and resident of
Greenville, and Michael Gerard St. Denis, a student at Phillips Exeter
Academy and a resident of Auburn, will be offered an appointment to the
United States Military Academy at West Point.
Jan 29, 2012 - 12:07:05 AM
State
Michaud Praises President's New Trade Enforcement Initiative
I
applaud the prioritization of trade enforcement by the administration,
but more must be done. China's persistent violation of international
trade law, combined with an increasingly global economy, makes trade
enforcement now more important than ever.
Jan 26, 2012 - 3:04:04 AM
State
Michaud Reacts to State of the Union Address
But
any progress this year and in the years ahead will require changing the
way Washington works. Sitting together is nice, but bipartisanship
needs to extend to the halls of Congress, committee rooms, floor debate,
and beyond.
Jan 26, 2012 - 2:44:46 AM
State
Michaud Welcomes Mainer as Guest Chaplain in House
We do not derive our identity as Americans from our color or our creed, from our wealth or power, nor even from the land itself (though we do love the land); rather, by your grace, America is America through its words
Jan 25, 2012 - 3:04:03 AM
State
Lumber Agreement requires Enforcement
"All our lumber industry wants is a level
playing field and an extension of the SLA can provide that. But it is
critical that we enforce this agreement. Canadian violations have hurt
domestic operations throughout our country. The U.S. must do a better
job of enforcement to make this extension a success." - Rep Michaud
Jan 24, 2012 - 12:45:11 AM
State
Mainer Nominated to be Ambassador to the Republic of Haiti
President Obama has announced his intent to
nominate Pamela White to be Ambassador to the Republic of Haiti.
Additional information supplied by the White House on White, whose home
state is Maine, can be found inside.
Jan 23, 2012 - 10:22:44 PM
State
Maine Military Authority Provides Budget Savings
MMA's commitment to timely,
high-quality, low-cost work has saved the National Guard alone more than
$1 billion so far, and broader use of its services could result in
greater savings for the Department of Defense."
Jan 20, 2012 - 1:05:02 AM
State
HHS Releases More LIHEAP Funding for Maine
Maine
has now received $39,981,695 from LIHEAP this season, which is
drastically lower than the amount it received last year.
Jan 19, 2012 - 8:54:18 PM
State
Over $1.3 million Announced for Acadia Bus System
According to DOT, the Island Explorer has carried 3.7 million
passengers since its inception in 1999. In 2010, it accounted for
150,000 vehicles being removed from the park and public roads.
Jan 17, 2012 - 9:17:43 PM
State
Youth to "Muv" this Martin Luther King Day
Goodwill AmeriCorps Members Encourage Youth to "Muv" this Martin
Luther King Day Annual Day of Service Encourages Youth Activity to Raise
Awareness about Obesity
Jan 9, 2012 - 8:16:26 PM
State
Funding for Norway Fire Department
Congressman Mike Michaud has announced that the
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has awarded the Norway Fire
Department $199,500 for the purchase of a fire truck. The funding
announced today was made possible through DHS's Assistance to
Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.
Jan 5, 2012 - 6:27:33 AM
State
Bangor Fire Department will receive $54,900
The U.S.
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that the Bangor Fire
Department will receive $54,900 for fire and rescue operations through
the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.
Dec 21, 2011 - 2:35:24 AM
State
Bipartisan compromise benefits Maine
"While this bill
wasn't perfect, it contained funding for Maine shipbuilding, an increase
in veterans funding, and language I pushed for that prioritizes
offshore wind energy development."
Dec 18, 2011 - 2:15:34 AM
State
Michaud Introduces Bill to Help Veterans Access Rehab Services
There are 13 VA Blind Rehabilitation Centers (BRC), and the closest
one to Maine is in New Haven, Connecticut. There are 24 SCI
rehabilitative centers, and the closest one to Maine is in Boston,
Massachusetts. In 2009, there were 1,932 blinded veterans admitted to
the VA program and 937 of these were non-service connected. With an
average age of 67 and a large percentage living on $20,000 or less a
year, many of the veterans who qualify for rehabilitative services face
significant hurdles in receiving this much needed care.
Dec 18, 2011 - 2:05:43 AM
State
Presque Isle & Bar Harbor Airline Service
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Mike Michaud met in his
Washington office with Daniel Seybert, CEO of Peninsula Airways Inc.,
and the company's president Scott Bloomquist. Peninsula Airways Inc. is
an Alaskan airline interested in placing a bid to provide air service to
Presque Isle and Bar Harbor.
Dec 14, 2011 - 2:47:40 AM
State
Postal Service Delays Post Office Closings
Congressman Mike Michaud has applauded the U.S.
Postal Service's announcement that it has agreed to delay the closing or
consolidation of any post office or mail processing facility until May
15, 2012.
Dec 14, 2011 - 2:43:11 AM
State
President Nominates Mainer to State Dep. Post
President Obama has nominated Frederick Barton,
whose home state is Maine, to serve as Assistant Secretary for Conflict
and Stabilization Operations and Coordinator for Reconstruction and
Stabilization at the Department of State.
Dec 11, 2011 - 12:12:51 AM
State
Maine Supporting New England Food Banks
Maine Distilleries has announced that it will donate one pound of
Maine potatoes to three leading food banks in Maine, New Hampshire and
Massachusetts for every bottle of Cold River sold in those three states
in the first quarter of 2012.
Dec 11, 2011 - 12:07:58 AM
State
Maine "Most Quit-Friendly State"
Maine ranks first in the country for the help it
offers people living in Maine to quit smoking, according to the American
Lung Association's " Helping Smokers Quit:
Tobacco Cessation Coverage 2011" report that cites the five most quit
friendly states in the nation. Maine encourages other states to follow
its example.
Dec 11, 2011 - 12:05:07 AM
State
FAME to Help Maine Students
Michaud Introduces Bill to Allow FAME to Help Maine Students: Maine ranks 2nd highest in loan debt per student. The bill Michaud introduced would authorize the Department of
Education to enter into agreements with guaranty agencies specifically
to support the FDLP through the provision of these supplemental
services. FAME estimates that more than 20,000 Maine students could
benefit from additional counseling services.
Dec 10, 2011 - 7:15:31 PM
State
Obama Please Support Maine's 44 solar companies
Last month, a coalition of U.S. solar manufacturers filed petitions
seeking relief from illegal Chinese trade practices. The petitioners
allege that Chinese imports of solar cells are being dumped into the
U.S. market at prices far below fair value, and that Chinese solar cell
and panel producers receive massive subsidies from the Chinese
government
Dec 4, 2011 - 12:07:44 AM
State
Federal Worker Training Overhaul
After consulting directly with Maine Workforce Investment Boards,
Congressman Mike Michaud sent the leaders of the House Education and
Workforce Committee a letter today urging them to reauthorize and
improve the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). WIA is the law that governs
some major federal programs that provide job search, education, and
training activities for those seeking to gain or improve their
employment prospects.
Dec 3, 2011 - 5:25:20 AM
State
Michaud Pushes New Bill to Create Jobs
The bill introduced by Michaud and his colleagues is called the
"Invest in American Jobs Act of 2011" (H.R. 3533) and strengthens Buy
America requirements for investments in transportation and
infrastructure in an effort to put more Americans back to work. The bill
ensures that all of the steel, iron, and manufactured goods used to
construct these projects, which are financed by U.S. taxpayers, are
produced in the United States.
Dec 3, 2011 - 5:17:18 AM
State
Michaud Releases Report on Maine Manufacturing
The survey and its results have prompted Michaud to develop a "Plan of
Action for Maine's Manufacturers," which he plans to work on in the
coming months and release next year after visiting more Maine
manufacturers. As part of this plan, Michaud will draft legislation to
address some of the specific concerns raised by companies in the survey.
Nov 23, 2011 - 3:23:37 AM
State
Drive to Benefit Military Children
Operation Homefront Partners with Bangor Dollar Tree Stores for Holiday Toy Drive to Benefit Military Children. The toys will be donated by customers of the more than 4,000 Dollar Tree and Deal$ stores nationwide.
Nov 23, 2011 - 3:20:07 AM
State
A Bill Containing Maine Priorities
The House has passed the conference report on a measure that funds the
departments of Agriculture, Commerce, Justice, Transportation and
Housing and Urban Development, as well as the space program. The bill
also contains a Continuing Resolution, which will fund the government
until December 16, 2011. The conference agreement contains a number of important provisions for Maine.
Nov 18, 2011 - 12:10:26 AM
State
Allegiant low cost one-way air tickets Bangor-Ft. Lauderdale
Allegiant Travel Company President Andrew C. Levy, said "We are
extremely pleased to extend the Allegiant brand of low-fare, nonstop,
jet service in Bangor. This is an exciting new addition for our company
and our customers as we launch nonstop service to Fort Lauderdale. We
are confident that the Bangor community will not only take advantage of
our low-low fares, but also the great deals that we offer on hotels and
car rentals."
Nov 18, 2011 - 12:05:11 AM
State
Michaud Shares Maine LIHEAP Stories with Congressional Leaders
Congressman Mike Michaud has sent a letter to the leaders of the House and Senate Appropriations Committees urging them to restore funding to the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) as they work on a final appropriations package for Fiscal Year 2012. Michaud's letter features a few of the many stories he received from Mainers by email and through his Facebook page detailing how important LIHEAP is to them, their families and their communities.
Nov 13, 2011 - 12:12:34 AM
State
Rep Michaud Schedule for Friday & Saturday
Congressman Michaud will also present the family a Presidential Memorial Certificate that is from the VA and signed by the President. Local veterans will be on hand to help with the presentation.
(Governor's Restaurant - 1185 Lisbon Street - Lewiston)
Nov 11, 2011 - 2:15:17 AM
State
Michaud Gains Support for Maine's Truck Weight Fix
On October 14th, Michaud wrote the House Appropriations Committee urging them to retain the truck weight provision when the House and Senate negotiators met on the final bill. Those negotiations will be taking place in the coming days and a final bill is expected to be completed the week of November 14th.
Nov 9, 2011 - 2:33:30 AM
State
Nov 18 Blues Concert to benefit Cancer Support Center of Me.
The Juke Rockets, The High Octane Blues Band, will perform a benefit concert/dance for the Cancer Support Center of Maine. The Band will be playing on Friday, November 18th, from 8 to 10:30PM, at the Next Generation Theatre, 39 Center Street inBrewer.
Nov 6, 2011 - 12:30:35 AM
State
UMaine to Receive Red Tide Research Funding
Today, Congressman Mike Michaud announced that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has awarded $574,028 to scientists at the University of Maine for a three year project to investigate methods that would provide early warning detection of harmful algal blooms (HABs), also known as red tides, in the Gulf of Maine.
Nov 6, 2011 - 12:05:36 AM
State
Mainer Honored with Congressional Gold Medal
Jan Barrett's father, Lt. Colonel Thomas Plourde of Lewiston, was awarded the honor posthumously. Plourde was one of the few members of his battalion that was not a Japanese American, but one who served as a decorated leader and led a task force that accepted the surrender of 33 German officers and over 300 soldiers in Alessandria, Italy after its five year occupation.
Nov 4, 2011 - 7:17:54 AM
State
Continuation of Eastport Livestock Export Inspections
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will renew their contracts for inspecting cattle for shipment from the Port of Eastport, Maine. The current contracts were set to end on November 15th, and APHIS was undecided on whether to renew them.
Nov 4, 2011 - 7:07:49 AM
State
14 Maine Health Centers Part of New Pilot Program
Last week the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that 14 community health centers in Maine have been chosen to participate in the Advanced Primary Care Practice (APCP) demonstration created by the Affordable Care Act.
Nov 1, 2011 - 4:15:37 AM
State
Michaud Pushes for Enforcement as Condition of Lumber Agreement Extension
History tells us that Canada will continue to push the envelope on circumventing the Agreement, and the need for full and effective U.S. enforcement will continue to be absolutely critical."
Oct 21, 2011 - 1:00:47 AM
State
Portland Forum on bath salts and other synthetic drugs
At a forum on Thursday in Portland, Bangor Police Chief Ron Gastia will make a presentation to ONDCP Deputy Director Benjamin Tucker and other federal officials that will outline current bath salts issues in Maine.
Oct 19, 2011 - 5:33:53 AM
State
FEMA: Please restore Maine's Funding Programs
"The formula FEMA is using just isn't fair to Maine," Pingree said. "We lost nearly 60% of our funding, while the rest of New England saw much, much smaller cuts. Shelters and food pantries are struggling right now, just as many families in Maine are. This is not the time to pull the rug out from under them."
Oct 9, 2011 - 12:17:57 AM
State
Northern Border Regional Commission Announces Maine Investments
The Northern Border Regional Commission's (NBRC) has announced that it has approved funding for two projects in the State of Maine.
Oct 5, 2011 - 12:17:23 AM
State
BOA Layoff Announcement and advocacy for Maine Workers
Congressman Mike Michaud sent a letter to Brian Moynihan, the CEO of Bank of America (BOA), urging him to consider the economic impact of BOA's plan to lay off 30,000 workers on Maine towns and families.
Oct 5, 2011 - 12:10:20 AM
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