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Maine Recreational Marijuana Sales Get Snuffed Out

Date:

November 8, 2017

The Maine House of Representatives has upheld Governor Paul LePage's veto of a bill to legalize recreational marijuana sales in the state.
Marijuana Ballot Initiatives Big Winner on Election Night

Date:

November 10, 2016

On Election Day, states went high: voters in California, Massachusetts and Nevada voted to legalize recreational marijuana. Maine's results are still listed as "too close to call," but those voting "yes" are in the lead.
Voters Approve Minimum Wage Hikes in Arizona, Colorado, Maine and Washington

Date:

November 9, 2016

Minimum wage rates will gradually increase over the next four years, eventually reaching $12.00 in Arizona, Colorado and Maine, and $13.50 in Washington. Starting in 2021, the minimum wage rates will be adjusted for inflation once a year.
Overtime Rule Target of Lawsuit by 21 States

Date:

September 20, 2016

Several states have filed a lawsuit asking a federal court to nullify new Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime regulations from the US Department of Labor (DOL) before they take effect December 1.

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