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West Virginia Announces Changes to SNAP Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWD) Policy Effective November 1, 2025
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Nov. 4 -- The West Virginia Department of Human Services issued the following news on Nov. 3, 2025:
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West Virginia Announces Changes to SNAP Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWD) Policy Effective November 1, 2025
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA), will implement federally mandated changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) policy for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWD), effective November 1, 2025. These changes are required under federal law H.R.1 (One Big Beautiful
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CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Nov. 4 -- The West Virginia Department of Human Services issued the following news on Nov. 3, 2025:
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West Virginia Announces Changes to SNAP Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWD) Policy Effective November 1, 2025
The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA), will implement federally mandated changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) policy for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWD), effective November 1, 2025. These changes are required under federal law H.R.1 (One Big BeautifulBill) and ensure the state remains compliant with national SNAP guidelines.
The updated policy includes the following changes:
* Expanded Age Range: The ABAWD age range will now include individuals ages 18 through 64. Individuals are considered ABAWD beginning the month after their 18th birthday and remain ABAWD until the month they turn 65.
* Removal of Certain Exemptions: Previous exemptions for veterans, individuals experiencing homelessness, and former foster youth under age 25 have been removed. Individuals in these categories must now meet ABAWD work requirements unless they qualify for another exemption.
* Dependent Definition Update: The definition for a dependent in the context of the ABAWD exemption has been updated. Now only dependents under age 14 will qualify as an adult for exemption from ABAWD requirements. Adults caring for youth ages 14 through 17 must meet work requirements unless otherwise exempt.
* New Native American Exemption: This section also excludes "SNAP recipients who are Indians, Urban Indians, or California Indians (as these terms are defined by the Indian Health Care Improvement Act)" from ABAWD time limits.
These changes are expected to affect approximately 36,000 SNAP recipients in West Virginia.
If you have questions, please contact the DoHS Office of Constituent Services at 1-877-716-1212.
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Original text here: https://dhhr.wv.gov/News/2025/Pages/West-Virginia-Announces-Changes-to-SNAP-Able-Bodied-Adults-without-Dependents-(ABAWD)-Policy-Effective-November-1,-2025.aspx
Sen. Nangle to Introduce Bill to Keep Maine Veterans Housed
AUGUSTA, Maine, Nov. 4 -- The Maine Senate Democrats issued the following news on behalf of Maine State Sen. Tim Nangle, D-Windham:
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Sen. Nangle to introduce bill to keep Maine veterans housed
Legislation builds on successful partnership to ensure every Maine veteran has a place to call home.
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When the 132nd Maine Legislature reconvenes in January, Sen. Tim Nangle, D-Windham, will introduce legislation to help Maine veterans stay in their homes and prevent homelessness. The bill, "An Act to Keep Maine Veterans Housed," was approved for introduction in the Legislature's Second Regular
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AUGUSTA, Maine, Nov. 4 -- The Maine Senate Democrats issued the following news on behalf of Maine State Sen. Tim Nangle, D-Windham:
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Sen. Nangle to introduce bill to keep Maine veterans housed
Legislation builds on successful partnership to ensure every Maine veteran has a place to call home.
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When the 132nd Maine Legislature reconvenes in January, Sen. Tim Nangle, D-Windham, will introduce legislation to help Maine veterans stay in their homes and prevent homelessness. The bill, "An Act to Keep Maine Veterans Housed," was approved for introduction in the Legislature's Second RegularSession by a majority of the Legislative Council at its October 23 meeting. All Democratic members of the Council voted in favor, while all Republican members opposed admitting the bill.
"Too many veterans who have served our country with honor are still struggling to find and keep stable housing," said Sen. Nangle. "At a time when federal programs are being cut or delayed across the country, it's more important than ever to strengthen the local partnerships that are working. This bill will ensure Maine's veterans can continue to count on the proven support that keeps them housed and connected to their communities."
The legislation will support the Veterans Flex Fund -- an already successful program led by Preble Street and the Maine Homeless Veterans Action Committee, which includes the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the Maine Bureau of Veterans Services, Volunteers of America, Vets Inc., Bread of Life Ministries and others. The program provides small but critical assistance to help veterans overcome barriers to stable housing, such as covering unexpected rental costs, offering incentives to landlords and conducting outreach to connect veterans with safe, affordable homes.
New legislation in the Second Regular Session of the Maine Legislature must be approved for introduction by the Legislative Council, which is made up of the Democratic and Republican leaders in the Maine Senate and House of Representatives.
The Legislature is set to reconvene for the Second Regular Session on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
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Original text here: https://www.mainesenate.org/sen-nangle-to-introduce-bill-to-keep-maine-veterans-housed/
Ill. Supreme Court Justices to Administer Oath to New Attorneys in Chicago
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Nov. 4 -- The Illinois Supreme Court issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2025:
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Supreme Court Justices to Administer Oath to New Attorneys in Chicago
Illinois Supreme Court Chief Justice P. Scott Neville, Jr., Justice Mary Jane Theis, and Justice Joy V. Cunningham will administer the attorney's oath to 1,341 new lawyers over two bar admission ceremony sessions on Wednesday, November 5, in the First Judicial District.
The group is among 1,637 individuals who will be sworn in and admitted to the practice of law in Illinois during bar admission ceremonies held
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SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Nov. 4 -- The Illinois Supreme Court issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2025:
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Supreme Court Justices to Administer Oath to New Attorneys in Chicago
Illinois Supreme Court Chief Justice P. Scott Neville, Jr., Justice Mary Jane Theis, and Justice Joy V. Cunningham will administer the attorney's oath to 1,341 new lawyers over two bar admission ceremony sessions on Wednesday, November 5, in the First Judicial District.
The group is among 1,637 individuals who will be sworn in and admitted to the practice of law in Illinois during bar admission ceremonies heldin the state's five Supreme Court judicial districts.
The first bar admission ceremony in the First Judicial District will begin at 10 a.m. at the University of Illinois Chicago's Dorin Forum located at 725 W. Roosevelt Road.
Chief Justice Neville and Justice Theis will preside over the first ceremony.
The speakers for the morning ceremony will be Cook County Circuit Judge Nichole C. Patton of the Chicago Bar Association and David Schrodt of the Chicago Council of Lawyers.
Bar association representatives for the first ceremony will include Cook County Circuit Judge Thomas E. Nowinski of the Advocates Society, Mona Naser of the Arab American Bar Association, the Hon. Travis Richardson (Ret.) of the Black Men Lawyers' Association, Catherine Locallo of the Justinian Society of Lawyers, Neha Khandhadia of the South Asian Bar Association of Chicago, and Katherine Twardak of the Women's Bar Association of Illinois. The representative from the Illinois Board of Admissions to the Bar will be the Hon. Rita Novak (Ret.)
Cook County Circuit Judge Joanne F. Rosado, President of the Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois, will make the motion to admit the class. Perry J. Browder, President Elect of the Illinois State Bar Association, will second the motion.
The second bar admission ceremony in the First Judicial District will begin at 1:30 p.m. at the University of Illinois Chicago's Dorin Forum located at 725 W. Roosevelt Road.
Chief Justice Neville and Justice Cunningham will preside over the second ceremony.
The speakers will be Antonio C. Lee, President of the Cook County Bar Association, and Natanya Pope-Sohel, Vice President of the Black Women Lawyers' Association.
Bar association representatives for the second ceremony will include Belle Katubig of the Asian American Bar Association of Greater Chicago, Kevin P. Kelley of the Catholic Lawyers Guild of Chicago, Cook County Circuit Judge Lori Rosen of the Decalogue Society of Lawyers, Pamela Visvardis Savvides of the Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois, Cindy Medina-Cervantes of the Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois, Adam M. Zebelian of LAGBAC-Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association, and Margot Klein of the Seventh Circuit Bar Association.
Cara LeFevour Smith, Director of the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS), will make the motion to admit the class for the second ceremony. Nicola (Nicky) Boothe, Dean of the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, will second the motion.
All of the candidates have passed the Illinois State Bar Examination and a required ethics examination and were certified by the Supreme Court Committee on Character and Fitness.
In addition to Chicago, ceremonies will be held Wednesday in Elgin, Joliet, Springfield, Carbondale, and Champaign.
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Original text here: https://ilcourtsaudio.blob.core.windows.net/antilles-resources/resources/35319e0e-3843-4aa0-8765-912b22ca168e/Supreme%20Court%20Justices%20to%20Administer%20Oath%20to%20New%20Attorneys%20in%20Chicago.pdf
FloridaCommerce Awards $1.5 Million to 26 Florida Communities to Foster Local Economic Growth
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Nov. 4 -- Florida Department of Commerce issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2025:
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FloridaCommerce Awards $1.5 Million to 26 Florida Communities to Foster Local Economic Growth
24 of 26 economic development awards will go to small and rural communities
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Today, FloridaCommerce announced the award of more than $1.5 million through the Community Planning Technical Assistance (CPTA) and Competitive Florida Partnership programs. The funding will support 26 Florida communities--including 24 small and rural communities--in developing and implementing plans to
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TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Nov. 4 -- Florida Department of Commerce issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2025:
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FloridaCommerce Awards $1.5 Million to 26 Florida Communities to Foster Local Economic Growth
24 of 26 economic development awards will go to small and rural communities
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Today, FloridaCommerce announced the award of more than $1.5 million through the Community Planning Technical Assistance (CPTA) and Competitive Florida Partnership programs. The funding will support 26 Florida communities--including 24 small and rural communities--in developing and implementing plans todrive local economic growth.
"Under Governor DeSantis' leadership, FloridaCommerce continues to support Floridians in building strong, resilient communities," said Florida Secretary of Commerce J. Alex Kelly. "Since 2019, FloridaCommerce has awarded more than $7.6 million through the CPTA program to over 110 communities--empowering many of Florida's small and rural communities to advance strategic economic initiatives and strengthen their local economies for future growth."
The CPTA grant program seeks to strengthen communities through resilient, long-term economic development strategies and promotes innovative planning solutions to protect Florida's natural resources. Similarly, the Competitive Florida Partnership program supports communities in developing plans to attract new businesses and create workforce opportunities that promote partnerships, community design and a viable economy.
The following communities will receive funding through the CPTA grant program:
* Bradford County ($75,000) - to create an Economic Development Strategy, outlining objectives, tactics, resources and marketing to promote county opportunities.
* Opportunity Florida ($47,575) - to conduct an economic analysis study in the following rural counties: Calhoun, Franklin, Gadsden, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, Liberty, Wakulla, North Walton and Washington.
* Apalachee Regional Planning Council ($74,231.82) - to complete a multi-county Strategic Sites Inventory to prepare for industrial reshoring and business recruitment in Calhoun, Gadsden and Liberty Counties.
* City of Crystal River ($75,000) - to develop a strategic and economic development plan for the city of Crystal River in Citrus County.
* City of Keystone Heights ($60,000) - to review and update the comprehensive plan for the city of Keystone Heights in Clay County.
* DeSoto County ($75,000) - to update the county plan to expand investment and tourism opportunities.
* Central Florida Regional Planning Council ($75,000) - to create the Heartland Agricultural Land Use Conversion Study to enhance planning, coordination, and resilience in the following counties: DeSoto, Hardee, Highlands, Okeechobee and Polk.
* Town of Cross City ($75,000) - to update land development regulations and zoning atlas for the town of Cross City in Dixie County.
* Town of Horseshoe Beach ($75,000) - to implement Phase II of the Recovery and Resilience Plan, focusing on drainage, housing, and capital projects in Dixie County.
* Gadsden County ($75,000) - to develop a Strategic Sites Inventory to identify and prepare sites for industrial and manufacturing growth.
* Glades County ($55,000) - to update land development regulations and create fact sheets, checklists, and revised applications.
* Hardee County ($60,000) - to create a Mass Casualty Incident and Reunification Plan to strengthen emergency medical response.
* Town of Sneads ($45,000) - to support the development of a downtown revitalization and development plan for the Sneads "Old Downtown" area in Jackson County.
* City of Clermont ($50,000) - to update the city plan to guide infrastructure, economic development and tourism strategies for the city of Clermont in Lake County.
* City of Cedar Key ($75,000) - to advance shoreline and infrastructure protection strategies for the city of Cedar Key in Levy County.
* Town of Greenville ($48,500) - to conduct a housing analysis and update economic and comprehensive plans for the town of Greenville in Madison County.
* Village of Indiantown ($74,275) - to finalize the inaugural plan and add an economic development element for the village of Indiantown in Martin County.
* City of Crestview ($50,000) - to develop a Strategic Economic and Development Plan to assess workforce, land-use assets, and branding, with clear goals and implementation steps for the city of Crestview in Okaloosa County.
Okeechobee County ($40,400) - to update the land development code.
* Town of Loxahatchee Groves ($75,000) - to develop a comprehensive strategy for growth and resilience for the town of Loxahatchee in Palm Beach County.
* Town of Kenneth City ($40,000) - to create an economic development strategy to strengthen commercial corridors and small businesses for the town of Kenneth City in Pinellas County.
* City of Fort Meade ($45,000) - to update the Community Redevelopment Plan to assess progress and set future priorities for the city of Fort Meade in Polk County.
* City of Palatka ($75,000) - to advance the Gateway Redevelopment Plan for the former Port Consolidated site, ensuring sustainable reuse for the city of Palatka in Putnam County.
* Taylor County ($75,000) - to create an Economic Development Strategic Plan.
The following communities will receive funding through the Competitive Florida Partnership grant program:
* Franklin County ($32,930) - to develop a comprehensive economic development strategy aimed to strengthen the local economy, reduce retail leakage and increase job creation in the commercial sector.
* Hardee County ($32,930) - to develop a master plan for the county's Government Center and Resiliency Hub, a facility that will provide support during emergencies, acting as a central point of contact for accessing services, building community, and preparing for and recovering from disruptions.
For more information about the Community Planning Technical Assistance Grant program, click here (https://www.floridajobs.org/community-planning-and-development/programs/community-planning-table-of-contents/technical-assistance/community-planning-technical-assistance-grant). For more information about the Competitive Florida Partnership program, please click here (https://floridajobs.org/community-planning-and-development/community-partnerships/competitive-florida).
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Original text here: https://www.floridajobs.org/news-center/DEO-Press/2025/11/03/floridacommerce-awards--1.5-million-to-26-florida-communities-to-foster-local-economic-growth
FloridaCommerce Announces Launch of the Rural Community Investment Program to Support Small Businesses in Rural Communities
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Nov. 4 -- Florida Department of Commerce issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2025:
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FloridaCommerce Announces Launch of the Rural Community Investment Program to Support Small Businesses in Rural Communities
Today, FloridaCommerce announced the launch of the Rural Community Investment Program (RCIP), a new initiative passed into law during the 2025 legislative session, designed to strengthen small businesses in Florida's rural communities by providing tax credits to rural investment companies for their investments in rural businesses. This program will unlock
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TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Nov. 4 -- Florida Department of Commerce issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2025:
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FloridaCommerce Announces Launch of the Rural Community Investment Program to Support Small Businesses in Rural Communities
Today, FloridaCommerce announced the launch of the Rural Community Investment Program (RCIP), a new initiative passed into law during the 2025 legislative session, designed to strengthen small businesses in Florida's rural communities by providing tax credits to rural investment companies for their investments in rural businesses. This program will unlockat least $140 million in new investments in rural communities over the next 5 years.
Through the program, investment funds will issue loans or venture capital investments to businesses located in Florida's rural communities with fewer than 250 employees. For every $4 invested in those businesses, an investment authority will receive $1 in tax credits. A maximum of $35 million in tax credits can be issued - $7 million each year for 5 years. To participate in the program, investment funds must have experience working with rural businesses (at least $100 million in prior investments) across the country.
"We're grateful for the Governor's and Legislature's leadership in putting this new option on the table for small businesses in rural communities to access the necessary capital to start and grow their businesses," said Florida Secretary of Commerce J. Alex Kelly. "The health of the small business sector is a benchmark of success and opportunity for any economic community, especially rural communities, and through the Rural Community Investment Program, we're opening new doors for investment and creating opportunities that will help rural entrepreneurs grow, create jobs and strengthen local economies for years to come."
To become a certified rural fund in the state of Florida, applicants must:
* Provide FloridaCommerce with the proposed investment authority amount,
* Demonstrate that they are licensed as a rural investment company,
* Provide evidence of at least $100 million in prior investments in businesses located in rural communities across the U.S.,
* Submit an estimate of the total number of new jobs expected over the life of the program, and
* Submit an approved business plan.
Applications for certification open on November 1, 2025, and will be reviewed in the order they are received.
For more information on the Rural Community Investment Program, including eligibility requirements, application materials, and a web-based application portal, please visit the Rural Community Investment Program webpage (https://floridajobs.org/community-planning-and-development/rural-community-investment-program).
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Original text here: https://www.floridajobs.org/news-center/DEO-Press/2025/11/03/floridacommerce-announces-launch-of-the-rural-community-investment-program-to-support-small-businesses-in-rural-communities
Arizona State Senate Republicans: Legislative Committee Releases Report Identifying Needed Reforms in Arizona Family Court System
PHOENIX, Arizona, Nov. 4 (TNSrpt) -- The Arizona State Senate Republican Caucus issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2025:
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Legislative Committee Releases Report Identifying Needed Reforms in Arizona Family Court System
Arizona families are raising serious concerns about the state's family court system, where children's safety, parental rights, and financial stability are often at stake. The Joint Legislative Ad Hoc Committee on Family Court Orders is releasing an analysis report today outlining widespread issues identified through more than 40 hours of public testimony and expert
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PHOENIX, Arizona, Nov. 4 (TNSrpt) -- The Arizona State Senate Republican Caucus issued the following news release on Nov. 3, 2025:
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Legislative Committee Releases Report Identifying Needed Reforms in Arizona Family Court System
Arizona families are raising serious concerns about the state's family court system, where children's safety, parental rights, and financial stability are often at stake. The Joint Legislative Ad Hoc Committee on Family Court Orders is releasing an analysis report today outlining widespread issues identified through more than 40 hours of public testimony and expertreview, along with recommended legislative reforms to increase accountability, transparency, and consistency in family court practices.
The bipartisan committee is co-chaired by Senator Mark Finchem and Representative Rachel Keshel, with Senator Carine Werner, Senator Theresa Hatathlie, Representative Lisa Fink, and Representative Betty Villegas also serving as members. The committee examined practices within Arizona's family court system relating to court-ordered behavioral interventions, reunification programs, guardian ad litem appointments, behavioral-health evaluations, and the overall prioritization of child safety in custody-related decisions.
Across more than 6,000 combined in-person attendees and online viewers, the committee heard recurring themes regarding:
* Inadequate oversight of court-ordered evaluators and treatment providers
* Significant financial burdens tied to reunification programs and mandated services, often exceeding tens of thousands of dollars
* Inconsistent application of standards guiding guardian ad litems and representation of the voice of the minor
* Lack of transparent data, training requirements, and accountability mechanisms across systems that intersect with family court proceedings
* Lack of a standard of practice for psychologists
* Setting limits on quasi-judicial immunity
"The testimony we heard made one thing exceptionally clear: child safety must be the top priority in every family court proceeding," said Senator Finchem. "Right now, inconsistent oversight, extensive court-ordered programs, and fragmented accountability structures are placing families in impossible positions and, in some cases, putting children at risk. Arizona can and must do better. These findings will guide meaningful legislative solutions to protect children and ensure due process for every family."
"When the system prioritizes process over people, children get lost in the middle," said Representative Keshel. "The purpose of this work is to ensure that every decision made in family court begins with one question: is this in the best interest and safety of the child?"
"We heard deeply personal and painful testimony from families whose lives were upended by inconsistent court practices," said Senator Werner. "Their courage in speaking out will help drive needed reform to protect future children and parents."
"Families should not be forced into financial ruin simply to maintain parental rights or to keep their children safe," said Representative Fink. "We need transparency, cost controls, and oversight to prevent abuse and restore trust in these proceedings."
"Every family's story is different, and our state must recognize cultural, community, and trauma-informed factors when determining child safety," said Senator Hatathlie. "Reform cannot be one-size-fits-all. It must be grounded in the realities Arizona families face."
The committee's report synthesizes testimony, transcripts, agency input, and policy review to provide legislative options for improving Arizona's family court structure. Proposed areas of reform include:
* Strengthening oversight and licensure requirements for court-appointed evaluators and therapeutic providers
* Establishing statewide standards for guarding ad litem appointments and child-voice representation
* Creating clear evidentiary guardrails and accountability measures
* Increasing transparency, data reporting, and specialty training requirements
* Reducing unnecessary financial burdens associated with mandated programs
These recommendations will now inform legislation being prepared for the 2026 legislative session.
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REPORT: https://www.azsenaterepublicans.gov/_files/ugd/2f3470_387fc8ded95b4be4818a90002282b141.pdf
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Original text here: https://www.azsenaterepublicans.gov/post/legislative-committee-releases-report-identifying-needed-reforms-in-arizona-family-court-system
After Federal Cuts, Maine Senate Majority Leader to Introduce Bill to Strengthen Emergency Public Broadcasting
AUGUSTA, Maine, Nov. 4 -- The Maine Senate Democrats issued the following news on behalf of Maine State Sen. Teresa S. Pierce, D-Falmouth:
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After federal cuts, Maine Senate Majority Leader to introduce bill to strengthen emergency public broadcasting
When the 132nd Maine Legislature reconvenes in January, Senate Majority Leader Teresa S. Pierce, D-Falmouth, will introduce legislation to provide continued support to Maine's emergency public broadcasting system, which serves as a vital resource during extreme weather events and other public safety emergencies.
"An Act to Improve Localization
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AUGUSTA, Maine, Nov. 4 -- The Maine Senate Democrats issued the following news on behalf of Maine State Sen. Teresa S. Pierce, D-Falmouth:
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After federal cuts, Maine Senate Majority Leader to introduce bill to strengthen emergency public broadcasting
When the 132nd Maine Legislature reconvenes in January, Senate Majority Leader Teresa S. Pierce, D-Falmouth, will introduce legislation to provide continued support to Maine's emergency public broadcasting system, which serves as a vital resource during extreme weather events and other public safety emergencies.
"An Act to Improve Localizationof Emergency Broadcast Messaging" was approved for introduction in the Legislature's Second Regular Session by a majority of the Legislative Council in an October 23 meeting.
"Here in Maine, we're familiar with and depend on the dial tone and automated voice on the radio and TV that shares critical information when severe weather or public safety notices may impact us," said Sen. Pierce. "Our emergency public broadcasting system is a lifeline that we, especially as a rural state, heavily rely on. With Congress slashing funding earlier this year and another Maine winter on the way, I look forward to working with my colleagues in a bipartisan manner to bolster this system from southern York County to the St. John Valley."
The bill would provide a one-time appropriation for necessary broadcast infrastructure equipment to purchase and install encoders throughout the statewide radio network operated by Maine Public Broadcasting Corporation. The purchase and installation of encoders for the 21 radio transmitter sites would enable the network to distribute alerts and other information tailored to each coverage area, bringing localized coverage across Maine.
Earlier this year, Congress cut billions of dollars in funding for public broadcasting, impacting support for emergency alert systems across the country.
New legislation in the Second Regular Session of the Maine Legislature must be approved for introduction by the Legislative Council, which is made up of the Democratic and Republican leaders in the Maine Senate and House of Representatives. Republican leaders voted against introducing the bill.
The Legislature is set to reconvene for the Second Regular Session on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
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Original text here: https://www.mainesenate.org/after-federal-cuts-maine-senate-majority-leader-to-introduce-bill-to-strengthen-emergency-public-broadcasting/
